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legal and compliance associate

Qiddiya | القدية

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 The Associate General Counsel at Qiddiya Investment Company will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal support and guidance across the company's various projects and subsidiaries, including Qiddiya Park Operations LLC&mdash;which oversees the development of major entertainment projects such as Six Flags Theme Park and Aquarabia Water Park.
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 This role requires a skilled legal professional with deep expertise in corporate, commercial, and infrastructure law, especially within the leisure and IT sectors focusing on consumer-facing products and systems. The Associate General Counsel will act as a trusted advisor, collaborating closely with multiple departments to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
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 Key responsibilities include advising on a broad range of transactional and operational matters, managing external counsel relationships, overseeing dispute resolution efforts, and contributing to the overall legal strategy to safeguard the company's interests.
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   Provide timely, accurate legal advice and support to internal teams and subsidiaries
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   Assist in developing and implementing legal frameworks and processes that protect company assets and ensure compliance
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   Lead negotiation and management of contracts and other legal transactions
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   Oversee claims and dispute resolution processes, coordinating with external counsel as necessary
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  Requirements
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   Law degree (LL.B or equivalent) is required; advanced degree (LL.M or Juris Doctor) preferred
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   Minimum of 8 years of relevant legal experience, particularly in entertainment, infrastructure, or related sectors
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   Admission to practice law in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is preferred; admission in a common law jurisdiction is a plus
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   Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams
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   Excellent analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail
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   Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic environment
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   Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English highly desirable
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  Benefits
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 Comprehensive benefits package
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Associate General Counsel

Sandoz

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  Major Accountabilities
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  Compliance Responsibilities
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   Establish compliance standards based on internal policies such as the Code of Ethics, Conflict of Interest requirements, Sandoz Global Policy for External Professional Interactions, and the Third‑Party Risk Management framework and on applicable law and regulations including but not limited to industry codes
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   Establish processes and SOPs, covering all promotional/non-promotional activities including promotional/non-promotional materials, interactions with HCPs, grants, gifts and event.
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   Ensure compliance training for local organization.
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   Monitor the e-learning mandatory trainings.
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   Conduct compliance risk assessments.
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   Drive a strong culture of integrity, promoting ethical behaviour, speak‑up culture, and awareness of compliance expectations across the organization
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   Ensure document retention and archiving practices meet internal and external requirements for inspections and audits
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   Support investigations and incident management, including documentation, root cause analysis, and remediation actions in case of potential misconduct, breaches, or compliance concerns.
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   Perform monitoring and auditing activities, including spot checks, transactional reviews, event assessments, and sampling of high‑risk processes to ensure policy adherence
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  Legal Responsibilities
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  Corporate Governance
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   Ensure the company&rsquo;s corporate governance activities comply with local laws, regulatory requirements, and global Sandoz governance standards.
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   Maintain and update corporate documents (e.g., commercial registry records, signatory matrices, power of attorney structures).
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   Support coordination and preparation of board and shareholder resolutions, filings, regulatory submissions, and annual renewal requirements.
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  Contract Management
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   Oversee end-to-end contract lifecycle management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements.
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   Ensure contracts are aligned with global templates, approval workflows, and delegation of authority requirements.
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   Provide guidance on contract compliance, risks, and mitigation actions.
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  Legal Advisory Support
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   Provide legal advice on matters affecting business operations, including regulatory law, commercial law, anti-bribery/anti-corruption laws, data protection, and competition law.
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   Advise internal teams on interpretation of local legislation, corporate policies, and global processes.
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   Collaborate with global and regional legal teams to ensure alignment with Sandoz legal standards and to implement new global requirements locally.
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   Support the business in responding to legal queries, risk assessments, product-related issues, and interactions with government authorities where required.
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  Key Performance Indicators
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   All local compliance standards established for the countries are aligned with local regulations/standards and company policies. Documentation of this alignment is available.
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   Local processes and SOPs for relevant policies are established and implemented
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   All associates are trained on legal and compliance related policies and SOPs.
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   Annual (e)-Training and (e)-Certification completion targets are reached
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   Compliance-related risk assessment conducted
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   Monitoring: self-assessment conducted and remediation plan developed (if necessary)
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   Contracting activities delivered on time with minimal legal risks and high adherence to global legal standards.
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   Corporate governance filings and documentation completed accurately and within statutory deadlines.
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   Quality and timeliness of legal support provided to the business.
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  Minimum Requirements
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   Law degree from a recognized university.
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   Minimum 5 years of regional experience in legal and compliance roles.
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   Fluency in English and Arabic (spoken and written).
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   Previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry is required, particularly in compliance-related roles.
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   Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, industry codes, anti‑bribery laws, and corporate governance principles.
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   Structured, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
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   Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, execute, and monitor tasks and initiatives across different functions.
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   Ability to work cross‑functionally and support stakeholders in a matrix organization.
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   Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to assess and manage risk.
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   Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex requirements in a clear and practical manner.
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  Skills
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   Business Networking.
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   Business Partners.
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   Calls Handling.
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   Contract Management.
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   Curiosity.
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   Decision Making Skills.
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   Finance.
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   Law (Legal System).
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   Litigation (Law).
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   Microsoft Office.
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   Proactivity.
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   Quality Control.
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  Languages
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   English &amp; Arabic
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 Why Sandoz?
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 Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, provided more than 900 million patient treatments across 100+ countries in 2024 and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more!
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 With investments in new development capabilities, production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.
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 Our momentum is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is supported!
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 Join us!
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  Commitment To Diversity &amp; Inclusion
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 We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
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  #Sandoz
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Legal & Compliance Counsel GCC

ALESAYI HOLDING |  العيسائي القابضة

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  We are hiring a Legal Coordinator to join our team in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
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  Key Responsibilities:
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  &bull; Draft, review, and coordinate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
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  &bull; Provide legal and administrative support to different departments within the company.
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  &bull; Assist in developing and updating internal legal policies, procedures, and circulars.
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  &bull; Coordinate with external law firms and legal representatives when required.
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  &bull; Monitor legal compliance and assist in minimizing potential legal risks.
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  &bull; Manage and follow up on legal cases and company legal matters.
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  &bull; Support the preparation and handling of company cases before courts and judicial authorities when required.
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  &bull; Assist in improving legal workflow efficiency and contract review timelines.
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  &bull; Provide legal coordination and support to subsidiary companies within the group.
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  Requirements:
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  &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law or a related field.
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  &bull; 2&ndash;3 years of experience in corporate legal work and contract coordination.
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  &bull; Experience in litigation support and legal case follow-up is preferred.
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  &bull; Strong drafting and communication skills in both Arabic and English.
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  &bull; Good understanding of Saudi regulations and corporate governance practices.
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  &bull; Strong organizational, coordination, and communication skills.
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  Location:
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  Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Legal Coordinator

Thales

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 Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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 In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.
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 We have been present in Saudi Arabia for 40 years and with over 600 employees to date, we are growing rapidly. Together we are delivering our signalling, control and train protection systems for the North &ndash;South Railway (NSR), the longest system of it&rsquo;s kind in the world. Together we are key suppliers of In-flight entertainment and connectivity systems as well as air traffic management solutions in Saudi. We are making Saudi Arabia a safer place by securing the country&rsquo;s critical infrastructure and e-security solutions that secure the country&rsquo;s electronic payment systems. Thales has been selected to supply major electronic systems for air defence and the Group also supplied communication and optronic systems for the Army, the Saudi Arabia National Guards and the Air Force.
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  JOB OBJECTIVE
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 Contract Manager within the Legal Contract Management Team for KSA &amp; CA
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  Roles &amp; Responsibilities
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   Contract Law &amp; Contract Drafting
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   Understanding legal principles and procedural rules in contract law.
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   Drafting precise contract clauses that reflect the parties' intent.
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   Keeping records of negotiations to preserve legal proof.
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   Analyzing complex contract structures (e.g., JVs, SPVs, consortia) and identifying risks/opportunities.
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   Handling various contract types across legal systems (civil/common law, public/private contracts).
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   Pre-contract/Contract Administration &amp; Claim Management
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   Establishing best practices for contract claims, changes, and record-keeping.
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   Implementing contract/claim management tools.
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   Managing changes, claims, and disputes, ensuring fair resolutions.
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   Leading contract/claim process improvements at an organizational level.
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   Compliance, Standards &amp; Regulations
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   Ensuring adherence to ethics, trade compliance, and anti-corruption policies.
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   Conducting due diligence, audits, and compliance risk assessments.
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   Managing cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory adherence in contracts.
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   Collaborating with compliance specialists to mitigate legal risks.
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   Intellectual Property &amp; Product Strategy Acumen
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   Integrating IP considerations into business and product strategies.
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   Negotiating and drafting IP clauses effectively.
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   Monitoring IP-related processes in bids and projects.
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   Thales Operating Model, Policies &amp; Processes
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   Applying internal policies and governance structures in contract management.
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   Managing contract-related processes across different international projects.
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   Ensuring compliance with the Thales Contract Management Operating Model.
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   Financial &amp; Business Acumen
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   Aligning contract management with financial and business strategies.
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   Understanding pricing models, payment terms, and cash flow management.
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   Identifying cost implications of contract terms and financial risks.
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   Applying IFRS principles and insurance-related contractual knowledge.
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   Contractual Risks &amp; Opportunities Management
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   Identifying and mitigating contractual risks while leveraging opportunities.
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   Developing and implementing risk management strategies.
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   Evaluating technical and non-technical risks within contract terms.
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   Delivery &amp; Performance Management
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   Managing delivery risks related to international trade (tax, customs, transfer of title).
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   Coordinating contract performance monitoring with project teams.
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   Understanding time scheduling and the critical path in project execution.
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   Project, Bid &amp; Capture Acumen
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   Managing internal contract-related projects using project management principles.
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   Defining contract management workflows, KPIs, and governance metrics.
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   Providing contractual insights throughout the bid lifecycle.
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   Sourcing &amp; Subcontracting Management
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   Managing supplier contracts and subcontracting agreements.
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   Advising teams on contract flow-downs and supplier risk management.
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   Aligning prime contract management with procurement strategies.
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   Change Management &amp; Continuous Improvement
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   Implementing change management strategies in contract processes.
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   Communicating regulatory changes effectively.
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   Adopting digital tools and best practices for contract improvement.
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   Communication
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   Conveying contract-related matters clearly and assertively.
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   Escalating issues appropriately and proposing solutions.
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   Managing internal and external contract-related communication.
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   Deals Well with Complexity
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   Simplifying complex contract and legal concepts.
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   Managing ambiguity and making sound decisions in uncertain scenarios.
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   Engages Stakeholders
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   Understanding stakeholder needs and adjusting contract strategies accordingly.
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   Aligning contract processes with business objectives and stakeholder expectations.
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  Requirements
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  WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
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   +5 years of relevant experience in In-house Legal, contracts and commercial management in international environment with exposure to FIDIC contracts, Public Procurement contracts, Corporate Laws and Trade compliance.
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   Practical experience in KSA legal systems and Laws, Civil Law and Common law and comparative legal practices and exposure to Middle East legal environment
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  Qualification, Certification &amp; Educational Requirements
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   Bachelor or Master Degree in laws (Private Law, Commercial Law, Corporate Law) or in Business administration, engineering or similar.
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  Preferred Skills
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   Proficiency in English (written &amp; verbal)
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   Strong understanding of FIDIC contracts, Public Procurement contracts, Corporate Laws, and Trade Compliance
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   Knowledge of KSA legal systems, Civil Law, Common Law
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   Contract drafting, negotiation, and management
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   Ability to ensure coherence between contractual documents (T&amp;Cs, scope of work, specifications)
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   Experience with contracts involving government and semi-government organizations
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   Awareness of regulatory frameworks: export control, environmental, health &amp; security policies
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   Financial and risk assessment skills (cost estimates, price revisions, contingencies, taxes)
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   Understanding of project management and contract lifecycle processes
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   Ability to manage disputes, litigation, and legal resolutions
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  Hse Responsibilities
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   Ensure both your own safety and the safety of others at all times.
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   Maintain an active role in achieving the objectives and adhering to the HSE Thales Policy
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   Comply with local HSE laws and legislation.
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   To use safety equipment (including PPE) as required and intended.
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   Lead by example and actively encourage departments to look at ways to conserve water &amp; energy, minimise the generation of waste, and encourage recycling.
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   Everyone within Thales has the right to stop work if they believe that their activities may affect their health and safety or that of others. In this circumstance, such conditions must be reported immediately to their line manager and the HSE department.
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 At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!
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Legal Contracts Manager

Confidential

<p><strong>Job Overview</strong><br /><br />We are currently seeking an experienced and highly professional <strong>Legal Manager</strong> to join a prestigious and discreet organisation. This is a <strong>Full-Time</strong> position based in <strong>Riyadh, Saudi Arabia</strong>. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the company's legal affairs, providing strategic legal guidance to senior management, and ensuring the organisation operates in full compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. This role is integral to safeguarding the company's reputation and supporting its strategic objectives by managing legal risk effectively.<br /><br /><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br /><br /> </p><ul><li>Provide expert legal counsel and guidance on a wide range of corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of complex legal documents and commercial contracts.</li><li>Identify, analyse, and mitigate potential legal risks to the organisation.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain internal governance policies and procedures to ensure full legal compliance.</li><li>Manage all litigation, disputes, and regulatory proceedings, liaising with and managing external legal counsel as required.</li><li>Advise on matters of corporate governance, ensuring the organisation adheres to the highest standards of practice.</li><li>Stay informed of changes in legislation and the regulatory environment within Saudi Arabia that could impact the business.</li><li>Collaborate with various internal departments to provide comprehensive legal support for all business activities.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong><br /><br /> </p><ul><li>A fully qualified lawyer with a degree in Law (LLB, JD, or equivalent) from a reputable university.</li><li>Substantial post-qualification experience, ideally gained within a leading law firm or a large in-house corporate legal department.</li><li>In-depth and demonstrable knowledge of Saudi Arabian corporate and commercial law is essential.</li><li>Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills in both English and Arabic.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with a pragmatic and commercially-focused approach to problem-solving.</li><li>The ability to work autonomously, manage a diverse workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>A high degree of professional ethics, integrity, and discretion is paramount for this role.</li></ul><p><br /><strong>Benefits</strong><br /><br /> </p><ul><li>A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications.</li><li>An opportunity to play a key legal role within a leading and respected organisation.</li><li>A professional and challenging work environment with opportunities for growth.</li></ul><p> </p>

Legal Manager

Lenovo

<div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>General Information
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div>Req #
</div><div>WD00100491
</div></div><div><div>Career area:
</div><div>Legal
</div></div><div><div>Country/Region:
</div><div>Saudi Arabia
</div></div><div><div>State:
</div><div>Riyadh
</div></div><div><div>City:
</div><div>Riyadh
</div></div><div><div>Date:
</div><div>Wednesday, June 10, 2026
</div></div><div><div>Working time:
</div><div>Full-time
</div></div><div><div><b>Additional Locations</b>:
<ul><li>Saudi Arabia</li></ul>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Why Work at Lenovo
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div>We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.</div><div></div><div><br>
Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world&rsquo;s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo&rsquo;s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).</div></div><br>
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<div>This transformation together with Lenovo&rsquo;s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.</div>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description and Requirements
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>Lenovo is hiring a <b>Sr. Legal Counsel, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia</b> to be part of our Europe and META Region Legal Team. The role reports directly to Lenovo&rsquo;s EMEA General Counsel.<br>
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Your responsibility will be as a generalist, to handle a wide range of legal matters arising from Lenovo&rsquo;s rapidly expanding operations in Saudi Arabia. This includes contract drafting and negotiation, supporting direct sales, marketing and advertising activities, handling issues arising from our channel business, ensuring compliance with competition laws, ensuring compliance with local laws (including Sharia law) and regulations, ensuring ethical conduct of all of Lenovo&rsquo;s employees (which involves proactively training to employees, advising employees and in some cases investigating conduct), handling and advising on employment law issues, and handling commercial disputes and litigation.</p><p><br>
As a successful candidate for this role, you have demonstrated the ability to:</p><ul><li>Develop and implement legal processes to help support business teams minimize legal risks for Lenovo</li><li>Communicate effectively, both within Saudi Arabia and to colleges globally from many diverse backgrounds, in a manner that is clear and proactive, about legal and business matters, providing good risk/benefit analysis and guidance to internal stakeholders</li><li>Collaborate with fellow internal legal counsels within EMEA, including subject matter experts across various specialist areas of law, technology experts, marketing and sales leaders, product developers, Lenovo&rsquo;s manufacturing team, as well as with Lenovo&rsquo;s customers and suppliers</li></ul><p><br>
As an ideal candidate you have the following skillsets and characteristics:</p><ul><li>12 + years of legal experience within a law firm or as in-house counsel in the areas of law mentioned above</li><li>Law degree from a local or internationally recognized University</li><li>Arabic and English (native speaker level) both in writing (particularly in legal drafting) and speaking</li><li>Proven track record in building strong, trust-based relationships with internal clients</li><li>Ability to interface with customers and members of large organizations and across multiple functions</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle the competing demands of business clients</li><li>Client service and results-orientated</li><li>Able to balance risk with desired business outcomes and provide proactive and constructive business-supportive legal advice</li></ul><br>
</div></div><div><div><div><i>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.</i></div>
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Sr. Counsel, Legal, Saudi Arabia

Dammam Airports | مطارات الدمام

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  Functional Audit Sr Manager assumes a pivotal role in orchestrating the comprehensive evaluation of critical functions within Dammam Airport. Tasked with directing a team of adept audit professionals, the Functional Audit Head spearheads meticulous audits spanning finance, human resources, shared services, legal, aeronautical revenue, non-aeronautical revenue, leasing, and corporate affairs, etc.
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   Strategic Leadership
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  1. Develop and implement a risk-based audit strategy specifically focused on critical functional areas, ensuring comprehensive audit coverage in high-risk domains such as financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls. This includes creating a dynamic audit plan that addresses complex areas such as financial controls, procurement fraud, IT security, and legal compliance etc.
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  2.Lead the functional audit team in performing in-depth audits of the organization&rsquo;s most critical functions, ensuring that all audits are meticulously planned, technically sound, and deliver clear, actionable recommendations for risk mitigation and performance improvement.
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  3. Work closely with the Head of Internal Audit and executive leadership to ensure that the audit strategy is aligned with corporate priorities, providing assurance on key business initiatives and strategic projects such major contracts, etc.
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  4.Proactively identify emerging risks across functional areas by leveraging advanced audit techniques such as predictive analytics, continuous auditing, and data-driven risk assessments, ensuring the organization is prepared to navigate complex and evolving risk environments.
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  5. Ensure that the functional audit unit operates as a key driver of governance improvement by providing insights that influence long-term strategic decision-making, and by enhancing the organization&rsquo;s risk management, control, and compliance frameworks.
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   Operational Excellence
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  6. Direct the execution of high-impact, high-complexity audits that address the most significant financial, legal, and regulatory risks across the organization&rsquo;s functional areas, ensuring the audits are executed with precision and technical depth.
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  7. Develop and refine audit methodologies to ensure robust testing of internal controls, with a focus on areas of critical importance such as financial reporting, legal and regulatory compliance, procurement and contracting, and IT systems and cybersecurity, etc.
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  8.Lead the adoption of cutting-edge audit technologies, including automated data analytics and continuous control monitoring, to maximize audit coverage, efficiency, and the identification of systemic risks.
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  9.Direct the development of detailed, high-quality audit reports that deliver not just findings but actionable solutions, supported by quantitative analysis, benchmarking, and industry best practices, ensuring management has the tools to immediately address identified issues.
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  10. Manage the process of Monitoring and Implementation of Audit Recommendations by ensuring rigorous follow-up on prior audit recommendations, facilitating timely and effective corrective actions. This includes tracking progress and providing periodic updates to senior management, thereby ensuring that identified risks are adequately mitigated and internal controls are strengthened.
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  11. Work closely with the Operational Audit Head to ensure seamless coordination between operational and functional audit activities, maintaining clear boundaries while ensuring a comprehensive and unified audit approach across the organization.
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  12.Lead the investigation of suspected fraudulent or non-compliant activities, maintaining integrity and transparency as directed by the Head of Internal Audit.
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   Stakeholder Management
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  13. Cultivate robust relationships with senior leadership, department heads, and external stakeholders, serving as a trusted advisor on matters pertaining to audit findings, regulatory compliance, and operational efficacy.
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  14. Based on directions from the Head of Internal Audit engage in formal discussions with external auditors to ensure that functional audits meet external requirements and standards, while identifying synergies with external audit activities to streamline assurance processes.
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  15. Collaborate with relevant key stakeholders to implement audit recommendations, driving operational changes that reduce risk exposure, improve compliance, and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization&rsquo;s key processes.
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  16. Build and sustain a culture of transparency and accountability, ensuring that audit recommendations are acted upon in a timely manner and that management is held accountable for implementing meaningful improvements as outlined.
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   Compliance and Quality Assurance
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  17. Ensure that all operational audits are aligned with IPPF Standards issued by the IIA and regulatory requirements.
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  18.Conduct internal quality assessments of the functional audit process, ensuring the consistency and thoroughness of audit execution, particularly in areas with significant regulatory oversight.
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  19.Ensure the functional audit unit is in compliance with global regulatory frameworks, ensuring that audits cover all legal obligations, and that the organization is fully compliant with applicable laws.
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  20.Maintain the functional audit unit independence and objectivity, ensuring that no conflicts of interest arise, and that all audit findings are based on thorough, evidence-based analysis, protecting the integrity and credibility of the functional audit unit.
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   Team Leadership and Development
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  21. Lead a professional audit team, ensuring that the team possesses the technical skills and certifications (e.g., CIA, CISA, CFE) required to execute complex audits in specialized areas.
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  22. Develop and implement a comprehensive talent development strategy, ensuring that auditors are continuously trained in advanced auditing methodologies.
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  23.Foster a high-performance culture, where auditors are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking, embrace innovative audit techniques, and contribute to the continuous improvement of audit processes and methodologies.
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   Financial Management
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  24. Under the instruction of the Head of Internal Audit, participate in the preparation of the functional audit unit&rsquo;s budget, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently based on a risk-based prioritization of audits in areas such as Finance, HR, IT, etc.
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  25.Monitor resource allocation, ensuring that audits in high-risk operational areas, such as Finance, HC, IT, etc., are sufficiently resourced to ensure thorough audit execution.
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  Innovation and Continuous Improvement
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  26.Lead the integration of advanced technologies into the functional audit process, including the use of data analytics to enhance the depth and efficiency of functional audits.
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  27. Continuously review and improve audit methodologies, ensuring they reflect the latest trends and best practices in Finance &amp; Accounting Standards, IT, and HC regulations.
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  28. Ensure that the functional audit unit remains agile and adaptive, responding to changes in operational risk profiles, safety regulations, and industry standards, and adjusting audit approaches accordingly.
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   Minimum Job Requirements
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   Education Background
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  Bachelor&rsquo;s degree: Accounting or equivalent
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   Relevant Experience
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  Min:8 Max:15
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Functional Audit Senior Manager

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