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Confidential Government

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 Position Summary:
 
 
 
 The Legal Advisor to the CEO will provide strategic legal counsel, ensuring that the organization&rsquo;s operations, decisions, and initiatives comply with Saudi laws, regulations, and internal policies. This role acts as the CEO&rsquo;s trusted legal partner, offering proactive risk management, contract negotiation, corporate governance support, and strategic advice to protect and advance the organization&rsquo;s interests.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 Strategic Legal Counsel
 
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 Advise the CEO and executive leadership on legal implications of business strategies, decisions, and transactions.
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 Provide timely and practical legal guidance on corporate, commercial, labor, compliance, and regulatory matters.
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 Contract &amp; Transaction Management
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding to ensure alignment with organizational goals and risk tolerance.
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 Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other high-value transactions.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Corporate Governance
 
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 Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements, including board resolutions, shareholder agreements, and regulatory filings.
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 Support board meetings by preparing legal documentation and advising on corporate law matters.
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 Risk &amp; Compliance
 
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 Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
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 Ensure compliance with Saudi laws, regulations, and internal policies across all jurisdictions in which the organization operates.
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 Litigation &amp; Dispute Resolution
 
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 Oversee external counsel in litigation or arbitration matters.
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 Represent the organization's interests in negotiations, mediations, and settlements.
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 Qualifications:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LL.B.) is required; Master&rsquo;s degree or specialized certifications (e.g., corporate law, compliance) preferred.
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 Minimum 15 years of experience in corporate/commercial law.
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 Proven track record of advising senior executives or boards on legal and strategic matters.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills &amp; Competencies:
 
 
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 Strong business acumen with the ability to balance legal risks and business objectives.
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 Excellent negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.
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 High level of discretion, ethics, and integrity.
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 Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
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 Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and deliver timely results.
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 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
 
 
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 Timeliness and accuracy of legal advice provided to the CEO.
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 Reduction in legal and compliance risks.
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 Successful execution of strategic transactions and agreements.
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Legal Advisor

GRADE REFRIGERATION LLC

<div>GRADE Refrigeration is an Industrial Refrigeration contractor operating in the MENA region. The Junior Legal advisor will dedicate himself/herself to the best of his ability to improve the profitability of the Company and its affiliates. The Junior Legal advisor will be reporting technically to the Finance Manager and administratively to the Country General Manager. 


 Job Description

Your tasks
<ul>
<li>Drafting, reviewing and advising on a variety of commercial contracts.</li>
<li>Supporting Finance Manager in legal matters.</li>
<li>Providing advice on disputes, litigation and compliance.</li>
<li>Promoting awareness of legal risks within the business territory through internal training and counselling.</li>
<li>Creating and maintaining an annual schedule for legal and regulatory compliance reporting for individual business units in KSA.</li>
<li>Carrying out Legal and factual research including the review and monitoring of new and updated laws and regulations and preparing memorandums of advice for departments as instructed / required.</li>
<li>Representing the company on legal proceedings in the court of law.</li>
<li>Reviewing vendor contracts, company policies, and advising changes suitable to all.</li>
<li>Monitoring compliance and other legal issues and ensuring no escalation to claims and disputes occur.</li>
<li>Resolving employer-employee dispute through arbitration and mutual consent.</li>
<li>Drafting forms for contracts, employment, and other policies with legal significance.</li>
<li>Arrange and File all documentation related to contracts.</li>
<li>Handle basic contract negotiation.</li></ul> 


Your profile
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law.</li>
<li>Minimum 2 years of strong experience in a corporate environment as a legal advisor.</li>
<li>Robust understanding of Labor Laws in KSA.</li>
<li>Impeccable grasp over English written and verbal language.</li>
<li>Excellent research, investigation, and analytical skills.</li>
<li>Skilled in presenting complex subject in easy and understandable format.</li>
<li>Excellent proactive approach with problem-solving skills .</li>
<li>Ability to find the main reason of problems and advice appropriately.</li>
<li>Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.</li>
<li>Arabic language skills will be an added advantage.</li></ul> 


Conditions of employment

Salary and other conditions of employment are competitive. 


 Information:

Job function

Finance/Legal/Compliance 


Position type

Full-time employment

Site

KSA / MENA 


Company

GRADE Contracting LLC 


Contact
HR Department

jobs@grasso-adearest.com

Fax +971 6 5347679</div>

Junior Legal Advisor

Tamara

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 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>
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 Conduct thorough legal research and provide clear, concise advice to internal business stakeholders on a variety of legal and regulatory issues.
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 Work closely with internal departments such including product, engineering, finance, and sales to provide timely and practical legal guidance that helps achieve business goals.
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 Support the protection and enforcement of the company's intellectual property rights.
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 Support the incorporation and managing corporate affairs of the Group.
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 Support senior legal team members on strategic transactions, managing legal disputes, and business inquiries.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Your Expertise
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in law.
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 3-4 years of experience, with a minimum of 2 years training and/or working in private practice.
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 Able to think strategically and provide legal advice that aligns with the company's business objectives.
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 Is highly organised, detail-oriented, proactive to solving problems, and willing to learn.
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 Fluent in English and Arabic, both written and spoken.
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 </ul>
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Legal Counsel

Pearson

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 About The Role
 
 
 
 We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced senior lawyer to join our dynamic legal team. Reporting to the Senior Director, the Legal Director - MENAT will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing Pearson&rsquo;s affairs within the MENAT region and will be responsible for providing expert advice and support on a wide range of legal and compliance matters. The Legal Director - MENAT will work closely with senior management and other internal stakeholders to manage legal risk, protect Pearson&rsquo;s interests and support strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience of working internationally, and particular experience and a deep understanding of the MENAT region&rsquo;s legal and cultural landscape. Whilst the main focus of the role will be the MENAT region, the Legal Director - MENAT will also support on a broader scope of work (including across the wider EMEA region) as required.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 An overview of the roles scope and focus:
 
 
 
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 Legal Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor and provide high-quality, accurate and timely legal advice to senior management and key stakeholders on a diverse range of legal and strategic matters, including contracts, commercial matters, corporate governance, intellectual property, product launches, partnerships and market expansions.
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 Commercial contracts: Draft, negotiate and proactively manage complex commercial arrangements whilst ensuring compliance with applicable laws and best practices. You will have broad experience of drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, sales and distribution agreements, marketing agreements and other legal documents, and supporting on government tenders.
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 Risk management: Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international laws, including proactively monitoring developments in laws, regulations, industry trends and best practices, and providing training and advice to business teams on the same. Identify and assess legal risks across business operations and offer proactive advice and mitigation strategies to manage risk.
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 Specialist legal support &ndash; Provide specialist legal support (including data privacy, disputes, IPR, labour law, marketing and advertising rules) to local business teams (such as HR, tax, finance and marketing) as required and work collaboratively with Pearson subject-matter experts where necessary.
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 Compliance: Partner with Pearson&rsquo;s Global Compliance Office and act as Local Compliance officer for the MENAT region, including by providing training (on topics such as anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions and anti-trust) and supporting the implementation of Pearson policies.
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 Corporate governance: Act as a local governance representative for Pearson companies in the MENAT region. Ensure the company&rsquo;s corporate governance practices are aligned with regional regulations, best practices, and internal policies.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 What We Are Looking For
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to managing risk and advising the business.
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 Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
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 Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop relationships through the organisation and influence and collaborate effectively with a broad range of teams.
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 Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to clearly explain complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
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 Strong leadership skills, ethical standards and professional integrity. Sets high standards of performance for self and others and demonstrates composure and resilience under difficult and challenging circumstances.
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 Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
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 Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) is required.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Experience &amp; Qualification
 
 
 
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 A law degree or equivalent legal qualification from a reputable university. Licence to practice law in a relevant jurisdiction.
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 At least 8&ndash;10 years of experience as a legal professional.
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 Experience of operating internationally, including particular experience and knowledge of the MENAT region and its legal systems, regulations and ways of working.
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 In-house counsel experience required. Law firm training and experience of working across several jurisdictions highly preferred.
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 Demonstrated experience of the areas listed, including supporting complex commercial arrangements, and advising senior business stakeholders on a broad range of legal and compliance matters in the MENAT region.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Who We Are
 
 
 
 At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.
 
 
 Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
 
 
 If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
 
 
 
 Job:
 
 General Attorney
 
 
 
 Job Family:
 
 LEGAL
 
 
 
 Organization:
 
 Corporate Legal
 
 
 
 Schedule:
 
 FULL_TIME
 
 
 
 Workplace Type
 
 
 
 
 Req ID:
 
 18321
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Director General Attorney

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 At EY, we&rsquo;re all in to shape your future with confidence.
 
 
 We&rsquo;ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.
 
 
 Join EY and help to build a better working world
 
 
 
 The Opportunity
 
 
 
 As a large, sophisticated professional services organization, everything we do comes down to having the right people with the right skills in the right place. As a Legal Associate, you&rsquo;ll support us in making it happen. The General Counsel Office, the in-house legal function of this large Professional Services Organization is dedicated to the provision of world class in-house legal services to the organization&rsquo;s service lines and regions.
 
 
 The GCO Associate will report to a MENA Legal Counsel and support the organization&rsquo;s member firms in MENA. The MENA region includes Saudi Arabia (KSA), UAE, Egypt, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon and Palestine. You&rsquo;ll be part of the region&rsquo;s legal team and is expected to provide services to the business across the region. This role will be based in Riyadh, KSA.
 
 
 This is a role for a law degree graduate with up to 4 post qualification experience. Experience with domestic and international clients is a plus.
 
 
 
 Your Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Deliver and assist in delivering legal advice and assistance in all practice areas of MENA including corporate and litigation
 </li>
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 Draft and participate in commercial contracts negotiations with clients and service providers and elevate legal risks to management
 </li>
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 Act as trusted advisor and develop relationships with all relevant business stakeholders and team
 </li>
 <li>
 Support legal function and team and promote the teamwork &amp; cross-support working between the organization&rsquo;s in-house counsels within MENA and globally
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise, draft and negotiating negotiate various legal related aspects of client matters including contracts, master service agreements and tenders
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in reviewing, amending and implementing changes to policies, procedures and standard documentation in light of legal developments
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Skills And Attributes For Success
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Unquestioned ethics, integrity and adherence to strict confidentiality
 </li>
 <li>
 Pragmatic with strong business acumen
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic attitude
 </li>
 <li>
 High level of self-confidence and energy
 </li>
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 High level of intellectual agility, initiative, self-motivation, resourcefulness, and patience
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 To qualify you must have
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Degree in law (graduate, paralegal, associate level) or lawyer qualified to practice law in KSA
 </li>
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 Up to 3 years of post-qualification legal experience, preferably with a multi-national corporation or an international law firm in KSA
 </li>
 <li>
 Attention to detail in all aspects
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent command of written and spoken English and Arabic
 </li>
 <li>
 Developed commercial awareness with an outcome orientated approach
 </li>
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 Ability to apply legal principles pragmatically and learn how to evaluate and negotiate contracts
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong personal communication skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Effective planning and organising skills to prioritise key areas of responsibility, tasks and projects
 </li>
 <li>
 The ability to keep calm in a crisis and to cope well with conflicting deadlines
 </li>
 <li>
 Negotiation skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong teaming spirit with solid commitment to professionalism and flexibility in approach
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Ideally, you will also have
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 People management and development experience
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What We Look For
 
 
 
 We are looking for people who can combine, great listening skills, collaboration, influencing and commercial acumen. Being able thrive in an ever changing, diverse, multi-cultural environment where we expect exceptional quality and show passion for your work will set you up for success.
 
 
 
 What Working For EY Offers
 
 
 
 We offer a competitive compensation package where you&rsquo;ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. We also offer:
 
 
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 Exposure to some of the greatest colleagues and clients in the industry
 </li>
 <li>
 Support, feedback and coaching in a culture that values operational excellence
 </li>
 <li>
 Career potential to grow both within the MENA region and globally
 </li>
 <li>
 A culture that will encourage you to grow you skills and strengths for your own betterment as well as that or EY
 
 
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 </ul>
 Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
 
 
 To help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.
 
 
 
 EY
 
 | Building a better working world
 
 
 EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
 
 
 Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
 
 
 EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.
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EY MENA General Counsel Office - Legal Associate - Riyadh

Hamdan Global

Legal Consultant Must have 5 years of experience in law firm in KSA.The Legal Consultant is responsible for providing expert legal advice and guidance to management on various legal matters, ensuring the company&rsquo;s compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and protecting the organization&rsquo;s interests in all legal transactions.JOINING DATE: IMMEDIATELYJob Type: Full-timePay: &#65020;9,500.00 - &#65020;10,000.00 per month

Legal Consultant for Law Firm

Keeta

<div>
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 1. Provide comprehensive legal advice and support on transactions and commercial matters.
 
 
 2. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
 
 
 3. Identify and assess legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
 
 
 4. Advise on compliance with local and international laws and regulations.
 
 
 5. Work closely with senior management and business units to ensure legal requirements are met.
 
 
 6. Conduct legal research and analysis on relevant topics.
 
 
 7. Represent the company in legal proceedings and negotiations.
 
 
 8. Stay up-to-date with changes in the legal landscape and industry trends.
 
 
 9. Develop and maintain strong relationships with external legal advisors and partners.
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 - Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a Saudi law school.
 
 
 - Strong academic record and a passion for the legal profession.
 
 
 - Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
 
 
 - Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
 
 
 - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
 
 
 - Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
 
 
 - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
 
 
 
 
 
 Highlights:
 
 
 Join in a fast developing company, has comprehensive practice and development.
 
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