legal counsel Jobs in House Counsel Jobs In Riyadh

legal counsel

senior legal counsel Jobs in House Counsel Jobs In Riyadh

senior legal counsel

legal specialist Jobs in House Counsel Jobs In Riyadh

legal specialist

assistant general counsel Jobs in House Counsel Jobs In Riyadh

assistant general counsel

commercial lawyer Jobs in House Counsel Jobs In Riyadh

commercial lawyer

in house counsel

Confidential Jobs

<div>
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide legal advice to the Group and its subsidiaries on corporate, commercial, employment, and regulatory matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements including shareholder agreements, joint ventures, NDAs, supplier contracts, and service agreements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with local laws and regulations in all operating jurisdictions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on risk management strategies and dispute resolution matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support M&amp;A activities, due diligence processes, and cross-border transactions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Liaise with external law firms and manage legal budgets efficiently.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide legal guidance on corporate governance, company policies, and internal procedures.
 </li>
 <li>
 Handle matters related to intellectual property, data protection, and confidentiality.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support HR on employment law issues, disciplinary matters, and internal investigations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Stay updated on legislative developments and assess their potential impact on the group&rsquo;s activities.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Requirements &amp; Qualifications
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent); Master&rsquo;s degree or additional certifications preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 2-5 years of post-qualification experience in corporate/commercial law, preferably with exposure to multi-sector businesses or holding companies.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 KSA Bar Admission
 
 is required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working in a reputable law firm and/or as in-house counsel within a diversified group or multinational organization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of Middle Eastern laws and regulatory frameworks (knowledge of GCC jurisdictions is an advantage).
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven ability to draft and review legal documents in both Arabic and English.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 High integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

In-House Counsel

Tamara

<div>
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 Tamara is the leading fintech platform in Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region with a mission to help people make their dreams come true by building the most customer-centric financial super-app on earth. The company serves millions of users in the region and partners with leading global and regional brands such as Apple, SHEIN, Jarir, noon, IKEA and Amazon, as well as small and medium businesses.
 
 
 Tamara is Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s first fintech unicorn and is backed by Sanabil Investments, a wholly owned company by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), SNB Capital, Checkout.com, amongst others. The company operates from its headquarters in Riyadh, with additional regional and global support offices.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 We are seeking a
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 with 3-4 years of experience to join our dynamic in-house Legal team.
 
 
 In this role, you will serve as a key legal advisor to our business, navigating new and complex legal issues, and providing strategic counsel that supports our company's rapid growth and innovation.
 
 
 This is an excellent opportunity for a rising star who thrives on solving new challenges in a fast-paced and evolving industry.
 
 
 You will be at the forefront of the financial technology transformation in KSA and the region, play a critical role in shaping our business and managing its growth globally, and work in a high-impact role with a collaborative and supportive team.
 
 
 Your Responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Review and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, as well as support on development of template contracts based on business needs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct thorough legal research and provide clear, concise advice to internal business stakeholders on a variety of legal and regulatory issues.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work closely with internal departments such including product, engineering, finance, and sales to provide timely and practical legal guidance that helps achieve business goals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the protection and enforcement of the company's intellectual property rights.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the incorporation and managing corporate affairs of the Group.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support senior legal team members on strategic transactions, managing legal disputes, and business inquiries.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Your Expertise
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree in law.
 </li>
 <li>
 3-4 years of experience, with a minimum of 2 years training and/or working in private practice.
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to think strategically and provide legal advice that aligns with the company's business objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Is highly organised, detail-oriented, proactive to solving problems, and willing to learn.
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluent in English and Arabic, both written and spoken.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Legal Counsel

Qiddiya | القدية

<div>
 Join Qiddiya Investment Company as a Senior Legal Counsel, where you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive legal support for our innovative projects. In this high-impact position, you'll deliver strategic legal advice and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, while proactively identifying and mitigating potential legal risks to protect the company's interests.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Offer expert legal counsel on a wide range of issues related to corporate governance, commercial contracts, and regulatory matters
 </li>
 <li>
 Negotiate, draft, and review various agreements to ensure favorable terms and compliance with the law
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage legal disputes and litigation in coordination with external legal advisors
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the development of corporate policies and internal strategies to ensure compliance with international legal standards
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on the legal implications of business decisions, providing strategic recommendations to executive leadership
 </li>
 <li>
 Supervise and guide junior legal staff, fostering their professional growth and development
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct thorough legal research and stay abreast of evolving laws and regulations affecting our operations
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with cross-departmental teams to integrate legal considerations into business processes
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal qualification in a relevant jurisdiction
 </li>
 <li>
 At least 8 years of experience in legal practice, particularly as in-house counsel or in a corporate legal environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Deep knowledge of corporate law, contract law, and regulatory compliance
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong ability to analyze and navigate complex legal issues and transactions
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional negotiation skills with proven experience in contract negotiation
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English
 </li>
 <li>
 Leadership qualities with experience in mentoring junior team members
 </li>
 <li>
 A proactive mindset and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 Comprehensive benefits package
</div>

Senior Legal Counsel

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div>Join Qiddiya Investment Company as a Senior Legal Counsel, where you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive legal support for our innovative projects. In this high-impact position, you'll deliver strategic legal advice and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, while proactively identifying and mitigating potential legal risks to protect the company&rsquo;s interests.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Key Responsibilities</h3><ul>
<li>Offer expert legal counsel on a wide range of issues related to corporate governance, commercial contracts, and regulatory matters.</li>
<li>Negotiate, draft, and review various agreements to ensure favorable terms and compliance with the law.</li>
<li>Manage legal disputes and litigation in coordination with external legal advisors.</li>
<li>Support the development of corporate policies and internal strategies to ensure compliance with international legal standards.</li>
<li>Advise on the legal implications of business decisions, providing strategic recommendations to executive leadership.</li>
<li>Supervise and guide junior legal staff, fostering their professional growth and development.</li>
<li>Conduct thorough legal research and stay abreast of evolving laws and regulations affecting our operations.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-departmental teams to integrate legal considerations into business processes.</li>
</ul>Requirements<ul>
<li>Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal qualification in a relevant jurisdiction.</li>
<li>At least 8 years of experience in legal practice, particularly as in-house counsel or in a corporate legal environment.</li>
<li>Deep knowledge of corporate law, contract law, and regulatory compliance.</li>
<li>Strong ability to analyze and navigate complex legal issues and transactions.</li>
<li>Exceptional negotiation skills with proven experience in contract negotiation.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English.</li>
<li>Leadership qualities with experience in mentoring junior team members.</li>
<li>A proactive mindset and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.</li>
</ul>Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package</div>

STADA Arzneimittel AG

EM Legal & Compliance Manager STADA is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pharmaceuticals. With a long-standing heritage rooted in pharmacies, we are perceived as a reliable and trustworthy partner since 1895. With our products we help people protect and regain a dignified and able life. With our proven Generics, we ensure that everyday health remains affordable. At STADA, we follow our purpose of "Caring for People's Health as a Trusted Partner". In pursuit of this purpose, we are committed to further accelerating the successful trajectory of our company. To our employees, we offer an attractive working environment in which they can develop personally. We are looking for :Legal & Compliance Manager - Emerging Markets Areas of Responsibilities <ul> <li>Being a pro active attorney with demonstrated compliance and commercial experience in commercial contracts and operations related to pharma and OTC business on North African Countries and GCC with special focus on KSA;</li> <li>Able to provide legal advices and support the business operations on all legal matters, identifying and mitigating the risks for the Company;</li> <li>Able to draft, review and negotiate various types of commercial contracts related to pharma business, including by way of example and not limitation: CDA, distribution agreements, M&A and licensing, indemnification agreements; experience in distribution contract terminations understanding the implications and legal ramifications associated with them, developing strategies to mitigate any adverse effects;</li> <li>Strengthens Corporate Governance of the affiliates in KSA and Egypt, knowledge of compliance regulations, antitrust law, pharma compliance best practices;</li> <li>Able to provide clear guidelines on anti bribery regulation (FCPA, Trade Sanctions and UK anti bribery), advising the company on compliance matters and implementing compliance programs (e.g. privacy, antitrust, anti money laundry regulation, Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest, interaction with HCPs and anti bribery policies in general);</li> <li>Ensure compliance with privacy legislation across the MENA region, including data protection and privacy laws.</li> <li>Conduct investigations into compliance and privacy related issues;</li> <li>Advises Management of critical project developments and any other relevant legal and compliance with specific focus on KSA;</li> <li>Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the organization;</li> <li>Directs/coordinates the work of outside counsel, defines project objectives and manages external counsel and expenditures in accordance with internal policies;</li> </ul> Required Education and Experience <ul> <li>Entrepreneurial thinking and action;</li> <li>Law education degree with experience in both: common law and civil law jurisdictions; qualified lawyer is an advantage;</li> <li>At least 3 years of in house legal and compliance experience obtained in a complex, highly regulated industry environment. Experience in the life science sector is an advantage;</li> <li>Fluency in English is required as it will be the primary language of communication within the company and with external stakeholders; Arabic and French knowledge is a plus;</li> <li>Ability to draft concise and effective contractual documents, summary and presentations to the management of the company;</li> <li>Proactive, flexible, responsive and resourceful;</li> <li>Requires strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal and time management skills.</li> <li>Extensive knowledge of contract drafting, negotiation, and management is essential.</li> <li>Experience in handling litigation cases and working with external legal counsel is necessary.</li> <li>Familiarity with GCC regulations, litigation procedures, and compliance is necessary.</li> </ul> Competency: <ul> <li>Integrity</li> <li>Agility</li> <li>One STADA</li> </ul> If you are ready for new challenges where you can make a difference forpeople's health, you have come to the right place. We are looking for people with great attitude and passion. The next step is yours, take a look at our open positions and become part of our global STADA team! Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?5gzGUc577o4L2qxs5F6Q6Nj3k%2bmDMRFzf" width="0" height="0" />

EM Legal & Compliance Manager

Jameson Legal

<div>
 
 Jameson Legal is working with a global entity in Saudi Arabia that specialises in the energy sector. The company&rsquo;s in-house law organisation seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to specialise within their Upstream department on Gas matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 For the successful individual, this is an exciting opportunity to join an internationally renowned corporate entity to handle market-leading transactions. The company already has a significant in-house legal organisation that is experiencing dramatic growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 In a newly formed team, the head of department is looking for a senior Lawyer, with ten years of expertise in transactional gas matters. You will have experience handling corporate, M&amp;A, Projects, and LNG matters. You will be expected to build relationships with external stakeholders and clients, so a willingness to be proactive and enjoy developing relationships is pivotal.
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience in the region is not necessary, although international experience gained in distinguished private practice or corporate entities is important.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Saudi Arabia.
 
 
 
 Package:
 
 Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is an exciting opportunity with a long-term pathway for progression and development in a significant global entity, offering an exceptional package and benefits for the incoming individual and their family.
 
</div>

<div>
 
 We are partnering with a leading Saudi group to appoint a Legal Director to lead legal and commercial matters across a portfolio of PPP and infrastructure projects.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is a senior role for a lawyer who understands the complexities of government-sponsored infrastructure delivery, from bid stage to financial close and long-term asset management. You&rsquo;ll work directly with senior executives, government stakeholders, and sponsors on projects aligned with the Kingdom&rsquo;s national development agenda.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead all legal aspects of PPP and infrastructure projects, including bid preparation, project structuring, and risk allocation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Represent the organisation in negotiations with sponsors, lenders, and joint venture partners, ensuring bankable, compliant, and commercially balanced agreements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of project documentation including concession, EPC, O&amp;M, shareholder, and finance agreements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise management on project finance structures, procurement frameworks, and compliance with applicable PPP regulations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee external counsel, manage stakeholder relationships, and support strategic decisions across multiple high-profile projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and implement governance, contract management, and dispute-avoidance strategies to safeguard the organisation&rsquo;s interests.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 6&ndash;10 years PQE, ideally US or common law qualified, with training at a top-tier international law firm.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong track record in PPP, infrastructure finance, or major project development, either regionally or globally.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience negotiating with sponsors, lenders, and government counterparties.
 </li>
 <li>
 Deep understanding of project finance principles and risk allocation in long-term concession structures.
 </li>
 <li>
 Commercially minded with the ability to balance legal precision and strategic objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous in-house or client-secondment experience advantageous but not essential.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Legal Director -PPP

Explore 2713+ In house counsel in House Counsel Jobs In Riyadh this October. Find roles across top companies and apply now to boost your career.

2713 in house counsel jobs IN House Counsel Jobs In Riyadh

In-House Counsel

Legal Counsel

Senior Legal Counsel

Senior Legal Counsel

EM Legal & Compliance Manager

Senior Legal Counsel

Legal Director -PPP