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Jeeny

<div>About the Company
Jeeny is a leading ride-hailing platform that strives to revolutionize daily commuting and transportation. Our app connects users with their preferred modes of transportation, making mobility accessible, convenient, and affordable for all.
We are a joint venture between MEIG (Middle East Internet Group), Rocket Internet, and IMENA. Since our inception, we have grown exponentially and currently operate in Saudi Arabia and Jordan.
At Jeeny, we value innovation, teamwork, and a passion for delivering exceptional user experiences. Join us in our mission to transform the transportation landscape.
Job Brief: 
The Legal Consultant is a strategic legal advisor responsible for protecting the organization&rsquo;s interests through expert counsel, proactive regulatory engagement, and comprehensive legal support across all operations. This role demands exceptional legal acumen, strong stakeholder management, advanced investigative and analytical abilities, and the capacity to influence regulatory frameworks while ensuring full compliance with applicable laws. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in highly regulated industries such as ride-hailing, particularly those operating under the Transport General Authority (TGA).
Requirements
Regulatory Affairs &amp; Government Relations<ul>
<li>Serve as the primary liaison with government authorities, representing the organization in regulatory discussions and official proceedings.</li>
<li>Monitor legislative and policy developments, providing timely, in-depth analyses and strategic feedback during public consultations.</li>
<li>Advocate for favorable regulatory outcomes by presenting evidence-based positions to relevant authorities.</li>
<li>Conduct global legal research to benchmark and apply best regulatory practices.</li>
<li>Manage statutory corporate matters, including Articles of Association (AOA) amendments, licensing, and related filings.</li>
</ul>PDPL, NDMO &amp; ZATCA Compliance<ul>
<li>Ensure compliance with the Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) through robust policies, procedures, and controls.</li>
<li>Oversee alignment with National Data Management Office (NDMO) standards for governance, classification, and protection of data.</li>
<li>Advise on regulatory obligations under the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) framework, including tax compliance and dispute resolution.</li>
<li>Integrate PDPL, NDMO, and ZATCA requirements into corporate governance and operational processes.</li>
</ul>Litigation &amp; Dispute Management<ul>
<li>Represent the company in court hearings, arbitration, and other legal proceedings.</li>
<li>Manage and resolve labor disputes while ensuring compliance with labor laws and safeguarding corporate reputation.</li>
Challenge governmental penalties, fines, and enforcement actions when necessary. 
<li>
</li></ul>Commercial &amp; Contractual Advisory<ul>
<li>Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts to secure favorable terms and minimize risk.</li>
<li>Maintain a centralized, well-structured repository of contractual agreements, ensuring compliance with obligations.</li>
Provide strategic counsel on contractual disputes and oversee resolution processes. 
<li>
</li></ul>Corporate Advisory &amp; Strategic Support<ul>
<li>Advise leadership on the legal implications of strategic decisions, operational activities, and marketing initiatives.</li>
<li>Keep management informed of emerging regulations and their potential impact on business operations.</li>
<li>Collaborate cross-functionally to embed legal compliance into policies, projects, and workflows.</li>
Deliver clear, actionable legal advice that supports organizational objectives. 
<li>
</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB).</li>
<li>3&ndash;5 years of progressive legal experience, including at least 2 years in a senior advisory capacity.</li>
<li>Proven expertise in regulatory affairs, government relations, dispute resolution, and contract law.</li>
<li>Proficiency in both English and Arabic is mandatory.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to influence regulatory outcomes and defend corporate interests before government bodies.</li>
<li>Industry experience in ride-hailing under TGA oversight is highly desirable.</li>
<li>Strong investigative and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex legal and regulatory issues.</li>
<li>Exceptional negotiation, drafting, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.</li>
In-depth understanding of business operations with a proven ability to align legal strategy to commercial objectives. 
<li>
</li></ul>Competencies &amp; Attributes<ul>
<li>Strategic Influence &ndash; Ability to shape policy and regulatory outcomes through credible advocacy.</li>
<li>Legal Mastery &ndash; Comprehensive knowledge of applicable laws, including PDPL, NDMO, and ZATCA frameworks.</li>
<li>Commercial Awareness &ndash; Strong understanding of the intersection between law and business strategy.</li>
<li>Negotiation Excellence &ndash; Skilled in achieving optimal outcomes in both contentious and collaborative contexts.</li>
<li>Investigative Rigor &ndash; Proficient in conducting thorough fact-finding to inform legal strategy.</li>
<li>Analytical Excellence &ndash; Strong capability to analyze complex legal, contractual, and regulatory matters.</li>
Resilience &amp; Professionalism &ndash; Effective under high-stakes, high-pressure conditions, maintaining discretion and integrity. 
<li>
</li></ul>Benefits
What We Offer:<ul>
<li>An opportunity to collaborate with talented individuals while learning, growing, and expanding your skill set.</li>
<li>An environment that encourages you to take ownership and produce excellent outcomes every day.</li>
<li>Health benefits and insurance.</li>
<li>Flexible working hours.</li>
</ul>Company Culture
Jeeny is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace where all aspects of employment are solely based on merit. We value diversity and absolutely do not discriminate in any form based on race, color, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, age, or mental or physical disability.</div>

Legal Consultant

CHERY

<div>
 
 &bull; Conduct factual investigations and study legal documentation to determine causes of action and case research for legal matters. &bull; Prepare and review legal documentation including tender invitation, contractual agreements, legal correspondence, policy regulations and other associated tasks.&bull; Formulate recommendations; provide advice and guidance pertaining to legal matters arising within the program.&bull; Provide legal counsel for program legal issues including participation and negotiation for all legal matters.&bull; Represent the company at local courts and tribunals for defense and arbitration cases.&bull; Maintain databases on all carried out legal research. Prepare tender legal documents, review the contracts and provide legal advice in order to ascertain the legal issues affecting the company, and ensure compliance with their terms and legal requirements.&bull; Ensure company policies and procedures are protecting the company's legal interest and conform to the company's principles and the laws. Maintain compliance with regulatory, legal, and internal requirements of the company and ensure that the provision of legal advice, policies, and procedures is in line with the terms and legal requirements.&bull; Review administrative policies and procedures and other legal documents within the company and advice on modifications and amendments ensuring application of country law, legal rulings and regulations.&bull; Provide general analysis of likely outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents.&bull; Perform other job related duties.
 
</div>

Legal Advisor

Gathern | جاذر إن

<div>
 
 Job Purpose:
 
 
 
 Provide legal expertise and guidance to ensure compliance, manage risks, and support business objectives
 
 
 effectively.
 
 
 
 Accountabilities:
 
 
 
 &squf; Handle all legal matters, including contract review, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
 
 
 &squf; Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.
 
 
 &squf; Provide legal advice on regulatory compliance and corporate governance.
 
 
 &squf; Manage legal risks and ensure adherence to laws and regulations.
 
 
 &squf; Represent the organization in legal matters and disputes.
 
 
 &squf; Ensure compliance with relevant regulations while promoting organizational transparency.
 
 
 &squf; Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute shared team objectives.
 
 
 &squf; Provide regular updates on performance and document any issues or challenges to ensure timely resolution.
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 &squf; Bachelor's degree in Legal or a related field.
 
 
 &squf; Expertise in Saudi real estate laws, IPO readiness, and corporate compliance.
 
 
 &squf; Experience with CMA regulations, real estate transactions, and litigation.
 
 
 &squf; Preferred 5+ years of experience in similar filed.
</div>

Legal Counsel

Swatch Group

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job description</h2>
The Legal Advisor will possess strong experience in commercial contract law, including distribution, retail leasing and construction issues, as well as privacy and data protection, based in its offices in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 


Legal advice &amp; Guidance
<ul>
<li>To draft, review, negotiate a variety of contracts for the Company&rsquo;s Day to day operations</li>
<li>To provide legal advice, training to various brands, divisions of the Company</li>
<li>To ensure Company&rsquo;s activities comply with local laws</li>
<li>To follow up and supervise contractual terms, filing deadlines and due dates</li>
<li>To maintain contract management</li>
<li>To follow and inform about relevant legal developments sufficiently in advance e.g. (new laws, relevant jurisprudence provide legal advice)</li>
</ul>
Legal Documentation and Advisory
<ul>
<li>To represent the Company in defined legal proceedings</li>
<li>To manage and control approved external counsel in pending court proceedings including cost control</li>
<li>To assist in the settlement of legal cases through the negotiations and conclusion of settlement agreements</li>
<li>To draft Company&rsquo;s resolution under the guidance of the legal department at Swiss Headquarters</li>
<li>To support Legal Department of Swiss Headquarters with regard to special projects</li>
</ul>
Regulatory Compliance
<ul>
<li>To prepare, review and file all necessary company applications, registrations with local authorities, maintain complete record.</li>
<li>To represent the Company&rsquo;s interest before local authorities.</li>
</ul>
Risk Management and Mitigation
<ul>
<li>Carry out regular risk assessments for new projects assigned and highlight any risks to the management prior to deployment</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Profile</h2><ul>
<li>High level of prioritizing, meet tight deadlines, high ability to work under pressure</li>
<li>Strong drafting, communication (written and verbal) and negotiating skills</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office</li>
<li>Self-motivated and a self-starter; quick learner for a multifaceted business</li>
<li>Strong problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Strong commercial sense to find practical solutions while legally waterproo</li>
<li>Flexible and positive attitude</li>
<li>&ldquo;There is always a solution&rdquo; attitude.</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Professional requirements</h2><ul>
<li>Master&rsquo;s degree in law</li>
<li>Lawyers license to practice law in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia</li>
<li>5-10 years of experience in law firm with 3 years in the corporate sector, including (experience in labour courts or as in-house counsel)</li>
<li>Familiarity with legal software and databases</li>
<li>Strong legal research and analytical skills</li>
<li>Commercial litigation experience</li>
<li>Commercial contract law, including drafting and reviewing agreements, as well as experience in distribution law, privacy law, tenancy law.</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Languages</h2>
Fluency in Arabic and English is essential</div>

Gathern

<div>Job Purpose:
Provide legal expertise and guidance to ensure compliance, manage risks, and support business objectives
effectively.
Accountabilities:<ul><li>Handle all legal matters, including contract review, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.</li><li>Provide legal advice on regulatory compliance and corporate governance.</li><li>Manage legal risks and ensure adherence to laws and regulations.</li><li>Represent the organization in legal matters and disputes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant regulations while promoting organizational transparency.</li><li>Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute shared team objectives.</li><li>Provide regular updates on performance and document any issues or challenges to ensure timely resolution.</li></ul>
Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Legal or a related field.</li><li>Expertise in Saudi real estate laws, IPO readiness, and corporate compliance.</li><li>Experience with CMA regulations, real estate transactions, and litigation.</li><li>Preferred 5+ years of experience in similar filed.</li></ul></div>

Lifera

<div>
 
 
 Area of Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Governance/Board Secretary Services: including but not limited to attending meetings with the General Legal Counsel, distribute meeting agendas and supporting documents, take meeting minutes, prepare resolutions, maintain and file records properly and ensure passed resolutions/recommendations are addressed, monitor deadlines (internal or statutory requirements), support the board for arranging logistics and travel arrangements, liaising with the Public Investment Fund on matters such as: (i) annual Board and Sub-Committee remuneration and allowances; (ii) quarterly reports; (iii) governance frameworks compliance; and (iv) address regular PIF portfolio company requirements.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Day-to-day legal services: including but not limited to legal research and analysis, document review and drafting, legal support to senior attorneys, contractual management by maintaining files, documents, monitoring deadlines, court dates and procedural requirements.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Educational Qualification:
 
 
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Work Experience:
 
 
 
 4-6 years of experience in the same field.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills:
 
 
 
 Excellent drafting skills, legal research ability, knowledge of governance and general standard business acumen, ideally board secretary experience, fluent English and Arabic speaker.
 
</div>

<div>JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way .
Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you&rsquo;ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you&rsquo;re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.
<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Legal Counsel, MENA ( based in KSA )
</h1></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description
</h2>Exciting opportunity for an experienced lawyer to join dynamic legal team in JLL MENA as its in-house legal counsel and contribute to the company rapid growth in the Middle East.
You will work as in-house lawyer for our business activities in the Middle East working closely with the business and company stakeholders to ensure timely and professional level of support in managing legal activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES include:
<ul><li>Provide full-scale day-to-day operational legal support for all legal affairs within JLL MENA/MEA business (contractual, corporate, labor, litigation).
</li><li>Prepare and review contracts and negotiate independently with clients and contractors (service agreements, construction agreements, agency agreements, facility management agreements, lease agreements, supplier agreements, etc.)
</li><li>Provide assistance to Head of Legal MENA/MEA on corporate matters related to the region including incorporation/liquidation of legal entities, amendments to the constitutional documents, resolutions, etc.
</li><li>Independently review, interpret, evaluate, and analyse relevant laws and regulations and provide updates on critical legal changes to Head of Legal MENA/MEA.
</li><li>Provide legal advice to business and company stakeholders on regulatory matters relating to operation of the company.
</li><li>Ensure the company&rsquo;s operations and legal documents are prepared in compliance with JLL practices, policies and applicable laws.
</li><li>Assist and handle insurance, license related matters, claims and disputes involving the company.
</li><li>Coordinate, analyse and manage work with the external legal counsel(s) and liaise with the wider region and EMEA when required.
</li><li>Provide assistance to Head of Legal MENA/MEA in developing local polices and adopting global policies for the region.
</li><li>Provide any other support on as-needed basis to Head of Legal MENA/MEA.
</li></ul>REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Successful candidate should possess the following characteristics:
<ul><li>law degree from leading law schools in KSA;
</li><li>Five (5+) years of post-degree work experience, preferably in multicultural environment.
</li><li>Past work experience in an international law firm in real estate practice, construction or real estate consulting will be strong advantage.
</li><li>Proficiency in oral and written Arabic and English is mandatory.
</li><li>High level of integrity, good communication skills and team oriented.
</li><li>The individual should be senior level professional with good commercial thinking and business judgment, strategic and tactical implementation of company business goals, high level of responsibility, initiative and ability to assume independent role in managing with a &lsquo;can-do&rsquo; attitude, exceptional level of ethics.
</li></ul>Location:
On-site &ndash;Riyadh, SAU
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don&rsquo;t meet all of the requirements. We&rsquo;re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
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