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Tabby | تابي

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 KSA
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 Sherif Amgad
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  Description
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 This role will support corporate governance efforts within Tabby Group entities especially in the KSA, including by serving as the Board Secretary of a Saudi public company. You'll be instrumental in assisting with various governance activities, ensuring the effective management of entities from a governance perspective, and maintaining the company's good standing. Your organizational prowess and strong communication skills will be key in facilitating critical decision-making and maintaining transparent records.
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 As a Corporate Governance Counsel at Tabby, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless and effective operation of our Board of Directors and its committees. You'll be responsible for meticulously managing all administrative, logistical, and documentation aspects of Board and committee meetings, ensuring adherence to corporate governance practices and legal requirements.
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   CMA &amp; Tadawul Governance Support: Handle all governance and listing requirements issued by the Capital Market Authority (CMA) and the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul), including the preparation, monitoring, and management of all related documents and filings.
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   Meeting Coordination: Preparing and issuing notices and invitations for all Board and committee meetings.
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   Document Management: Preparing and circulating all pre-meeting documents and materials and meticulously organizing and managing all related documentation.
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   Minute Taking: Drafting accurate and comprehensive minutes of Board and committee meetings.
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   Legal Compliance: Facilitating the notarization and legalization of Board meeting minutes and resolutions as required, and maintaining statutory registers and records related to Board and committee activities.
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   Action Tracking: Following up on action items arising from Board and committee meetings to ensure timely completion.
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   Entity Governance Support: Assisting in the overall corporate governance framework for Tabby Group entities, including supporting the maintenance of corporate records, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and generally helping to keep entities in good standing.
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 Skills, Knowledge &amp; Expertise
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   Excellent command of English and Arabic (both written and spoken).
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   Law degree from a recognized university.
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   Must be a Saudi resident.
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   Between three (3) to five (5) years of demonstrable relevant experience in a similar corporate governance position or company secretarial role, preferably gained in an international group.
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   Proven experience supporting the governance of listed companies in Saudi Arabia, including direct exposure to CMA or Saudi Exchange governance matters.
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   Legal training in corporate law and experience in a reputable regional or international law firm or in-house is an advantage.
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   Experience in using entity management software.
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   Strong understanding of MENA region's legal systems and corporate governance practices, particularly in the UAE (mainland and freezone) and KSA.
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   Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage a complex workload and prioritize tasks effectively.
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   Ability to work in a regulated environment and navigate complex regulatory requirements.
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   Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
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   Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
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   Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
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Legal Counsel (Corporate Governance)

Foreground LLC

<p><strong>Foreground is partnering with a fast-growing Saudi conglomerate with operations in infrastructure, real estate, manufacturing, and energy services to appoint a legally seasoned and commercially attuned</strong><strong>General Counsel</strong> , based in Riyadh. This role will serve as the groups chief legal advisor, tasked with protecting the companys interests, enabling strategic transactions, and establishing a legal function that is both proactive and aligned with the complexities of operating across regulated sectors in the Kingdom.</p><p><strong>Role Purpose</strong></p><p>To establish and lead a best-in-class legal department, managing legal strategy, corporate governance, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance across all group companies and jurisdictions, while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the board.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all legal matters including corporate structuring, contract negotiation, M&A, litigation, regulatory compliance, and governance support across the group.</li><li>Advise the board, executive leadership, and business units on legal risk exposure, regulatory changes, and major commercial negotiations.</li><li>Oversee legal due diligence and documentation for joint ventures, investment partnerships, land acquisitions, and construction contracts.</li><li>Review and standardize commercial contracts, supplier agreements, shareholder agreements, and NDAs across subsidiaries.</li><li>Ensure group-wide compliance with Saudi commercial, labor, tax, competition, and sector-specific laws.</li><li>Manage external legal counsel relationships and ensure cost-effective legal support across jurisdictions.</li><li>Coordinate with internal audit, compliance, and governance functions to align legal oversight with enterprise risk frameworks.</li><li>Provide legal input on IPO preparation, governance reform, and potential international expansion strategies.</li></ul><p><strong>Ideal Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>15+ years of legal experience, with at least 5+ years in a senior in-house or general counsel role in a diversified Saudi business environment.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Saudi corporate law, commercial litigation, real estate transactions, and regulatory frameworks relevant to government contracting and investment holding.</li><li>Bachelors degree in Law from a recognized institution; LLM or postgraduate qualification preferred.</li><li>Licensed to practice law in Saudi Arabia, with deep familiarity with court procedures, arbitration, and regulatory engagement.</li><li>Experience advising C-suite executives and boards, with the maturity to manage sensitive, high-impact decisions.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Skills & Traits</strong></p><ul><li>Structured, principled, and commercially aware legal thinker.</li><li>Confident negotiator and consensus-builder, able to manage complex stakeholder dynamics.</li><li>Fluent in Arabic and English, with strong legal drafting ability in both languages.</li></ul> Required Skills: <p>Corporate Governance Subsidiaries Compliance Dynamics Operations Mitigation Acquisitions Contract Negotiation Business Units Oversight Due Diligence Internal Audit Regulatory Compliance Real Estate Arabic Partnerships Energy Tax Government Infrastructure Manufacturing Strategy Construction Negotiation Preparation Documentation Business English Leadership</p>

General Counsel (GCL001)

Supertech Group

<div><p>Do you want to love what you do at work? Do you want to make a difference, an impact, transform peoples lives? Do you want to work with a team that believes in disrupting the normal, boring, and average?</p><p>
If yes, then this is the job you're looking for ,webook.com is Saudi's #1 event ticketing and experience booking platforms in terms of technology, features, agility, revenue serving some of the largest mega events in the Kingdom surpassing over 2 billion sales.</p><p></p><p><b>
Role Overview:</b></p><p>
As a Legal Associate, you will support the company&rsquo;s legal function across multiple jurisdictions, playing a key role in ensuring legal and regulatory compliance during a period of rapid growth and structural transformation. You will handle a variety of legal matters including commercial contracts, corporate governance, litigation support, regulatory compliance, and internal risk management. This is a hands-on role ideal for a proactive legal professional with strong commercial instincts and attention to detail.
</p><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><p><b>
Contract Management &amp; Commercial Support</b></p><ul><li><ul>
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Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts (NDAs, MSAs, vendor agreements, licensing, etc.)</li>
<li>Support contract lifecycle management processes, including version control, execution tracking, and renewal monitoring</li>
<li>Collaborate cross-functionally with business units to align legal terms with operational needs</li>
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Corporate Legal Support</b></p><ul><li><ul>
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Assist in corporate governance matters including drafting board resolutions, maintaining corporate records, and supporting subsidiary management</li>
<li>Coordinate with external counsel for jurisdiction-specific compliance or transactional matters</li>
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Regulatory &amp; Compliance</b></p><ul><li><ul>
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Monitor and interpret applicable laws and regulations (e.g., data protection, employment, IP, international trade)</li>
<li>Assist with regulatory filings and maintain compliance documentation and reporting logs</li>
<li>Support internal audits and compliance reviews in collaboration with risk and finance teams</li>
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Litigation &amp; Dispute Resolution</b></p><ul><li><ul>
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Support the management of disputes and claims, including evidence gathering and liaison with external counsel</li>
<li>Represent the company in administrative hearings or preliminary dispute resolution processes where applicable</li>
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Risk Management &amp; Legal Advisory</b></p><ul><li><ul>
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Identify potential legal risks in business operations and propose actionable mitigation strategies</li>
<li>Conduct legal research and provide written legal opinions and internal guidance notes to stakeholders</li>
<li>Develop internal legal templates, playbooks, and training materials for commercial and operational teams</li>
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Requirements</b></p><ul>
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB) is required; Master&rsquo;s in Law (LLM) is a plus.
</li><li>3&ndash;5 years of experience
</li><li>Experience with <b>commercial contracts, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance</b> is essential.</li>
<li>Exposure to <b>multi-jurisdictional</b> legal work or regional/international companies is a strong advantage.</li>
<li><b>Technical &amp; Legal Skills</b></li>
<li>Strong drafting and negotiation skills across a variety of commercial agreements (NDAs, MSAs, vendor contracts, licensing, etc.).</li>
<li>Solid understanding of data protection laws, employment regulations, IP, and general corporate law.</li>
<li>Ability to conduct legal research and prepare clear, well-structured legal memos and advisory notes.</li>
<li>Familiarity with litigation support processes, evidence handling, and working with external counsel.</li>
<li>Proficiency in legal documentation, version control, and contract lifecycle management tools is a plus.</li></ul></div>

Legal Associate

webook.com

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  Do you want to love what you do at work? Do you want to make a difference, an impact, transform peoples lives? Do you want to work with a team that believes in disrupting the normal, boring, and average?
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  If yes, then this is the job you're looking for, webook.com&nbsp;is Saudi's #1 event ticketing and experience booking platforms in terms of technology, features, agility, revenue serving some of the largest mega events in the Kingdom surpassing over 2 billion sales.
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  As a Legal Associate, you will support the company&rsquo;s legal function across multiple jurisdictions, playing a key role in ensuring legal and regulatory compliance during a period of rapid growth and structural transformation. You will handle a variety of legal matters including commercial contracts, corporate governance, litigation support, regulatory compliance, and internal risk management. This is a hands-on role ideal for a proactive legal professional with strong commercial instincts and attention to detail.
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   Key Responsibilities:
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  Contract Management &amp; Commercial Support
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   Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts (NDAs, MSAs, vendor agreements, licensing, etc.)
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   Support contract lifecycle management processes, including version control, execution tracking, and renewal monitoring
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   Collaborate cross-functionally with business units to align legal terms with operational needs
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  Corporate Legal Support
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   Assist in corporate governance matters including drafting board resolutions, maintaining corporate records, and supporting subsidiary management
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   Coordinate with external counsel for jurisdiction-specific compliance or transactional matters
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  Regulatory &amp; Compliance
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   Monitor and interpret applicable laws and regulations (e.g., data protection, employment, IP, international trade)
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   Assist with regulatory filings and maintain compliance documentation and reporting logs
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   Support internal audits and compliance reviews in collaboration with risk and finance teams
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  Litigation &amp; Dispute Resolution
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   Support the management of disputes and claims, including evidence gathering and liaison with external counsel
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   Represent the company in administrative hearings or preliminary dispute resolution processes where applicable
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  Risk Management &amp; Legal Advisory
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   Identify potential legal risks in business operations and propose actionable mitigation strategies
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   Conduct legal research and provide written legal opinions and internal guidance notes to stakeholders
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   Develop internal legal templates, playbooks, and training materials for commercial and operational teams
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   Requirements:
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent; LLM or additional business/legal certifications a plus
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   3&ndash;5 years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, ideally within tech, SaaS, or a multinational context
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   Strong understanding of commercial contracts, corporate law, and regulatory compliance
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   Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and research skills
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   Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
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   Comfortable managing multiple tasks and shifting priorities during periods of change or organizational scaling
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Aramco Overseas Company

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Req ID: </b>16783
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Description:
</b><div><b>Aramco energizes the world economy.</b></div>
<div>Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry. We are one of the world&rsquo;s largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the lowest Upstream carbon intensities of any major producer.</div>
<div>With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco&rsquo;s value to society.</div>
<div>Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations&rsquo; spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom&rsquo;s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply.</div>
<div>We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.</div>
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Overview</b></div>
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We are seeking a Legal Counsel to join the General Corporate &amp; Commercial Law Department within in the Aramco Law Organization.</div><br>
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The Law Organization&rsquo;s General Corporate and Commercial Contracts Practice Team manages the legal, general commercial, and corporate governance issues for these entities, primarily from a shareholder and governance perspective.</div><br>
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As Counsel, your primary role is to provide comprehensive corporate and commercial legal services, working closely with internal stakeholders and coordinating with specialist legal teams in areas such as tax, intellectual property (IP), mergers and acquisitions (M&amp;A), and dispute resolution. The role will require collaboration with external legal counsel as needed.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div>
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As the successful candidate you will be required to perform the following:</div><br>
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<li>May serve as the corporate secretary for one or more entities, organizing and managing board meetings, and advising as to board authority and corporate governance matters.</li>
<li>Advise as to shareholder issues and manage the interface between the entity, the parent, and other affiliates.</li>
<li>Work closely with internal Saudi Aramco clients and support their substantial and complex contracting and purchasing functions by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating EPC and construction contracts, O&amp;M agreements, BOO/BOOT contracts, service agreements, and other commercial contracts and related agreements.</li>
<li>Advise as to internal policies, review and resolve claims, and provide training to company personnel on legal and compliance matters.</li>
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As the successful candidate, you will have:</div><br>
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<li>A bachelor of Law degree as minimum. Master or Juris degree preferred.</li>
<li>Current admission to general practice before the highest court of the state or country of which you are a citizen or resident.</li>
<li>A Minimum of 7 years experience gained in a sophisticated law firm or major corporation.</li>
<li>Relevant commercial contracts experience.</li>
<li>Excellent negotiation and communication skills.</li>
<li>Experience providing concise and clear support to internal clients.</li>
<li>Prior experience serving as Corporate Secretary to a Board of Directors is highly desirable.</li>
<li>Energy industry (oil and gas, petrochemical, power or oil field services), construction industry, or international experience are a plus.</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Work Location and Work Schedule</b></div>
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Work Location:</b> Within Saudi Arabia &ndash; To be specified in Job offer</div>
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Work Schedule:</b> Full Time - To be specified in Job offer</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Job Posting Duration</b></div>
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Job posting start date: 11/18/2025</div>
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Job posting end date: 12/31/2026</div></div></div></div><div><b>
Working environment
</b></div><div>Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.
</div><div>At Aramco, our people work on truly world-scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. And because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the world&rsquo;s biggest technical, logistical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development.
</div><div>We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector-specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs &ndash; one of the largest in the world.</div><br>
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Counsel - General Corporate and Commercial Contracts

MACNA

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   JOB SUMMARY
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  The Junior Associate in the Legal Department will provide legal support across a broad range of matters, including contract review, corporate compliance, legal research, and administrative support. The role is ideal for a recent law graduate or early-career legal professional seeking to gain hands-on experience in a corporate legal environment.
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   DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES
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   Contract Management:
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   Maintain organized records of executed contracts and related documentation.
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   Legal Research &amp; Advisory Support:
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   Conduct research on applicable laws, regulations.
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   Prepare legal summaries, memoranda, and briefing notes for senior lawyers.
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   Assist in providing legal opinions on various business issues.
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   Corporate Compliance:
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   Support compliance with statutory, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements.
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   Assist with company filings, licensing renewals, and documentation for regulatory bodies.
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   Litigation Support:
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   Coordinate with external counsel for ongoing cases.
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   Collect and organize relevant case materials, evidence, and correspondence.
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   Attend labour court hearings with the HR team.
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   Administrative &amp; Operational Support:
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   Maintain legal files, templates, and document databases.
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   Schedule meetings, prepare minutes, and track action items for the legal team.
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   Translate Arabic documents to English or vice versa.
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   Support in insurance placements for the company.
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   COMPETENCIES &amp; SKILLS
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   Technical Competencies
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   Behavioral Competencies
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   Skills
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  LL.B.
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  Preferably licensed at Bar, but not mandatory.
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  Hardworking
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  Proactive
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  Motivated and wants to learn
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  Fluent in Arabic and English
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   QUALIFICATIONS &amp; REQUIMENTS
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law
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   0&ndash;2 years of experience in legal, compliance, or insurance-related roles.
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   Knowledge of corporate and insurance law, contract law, and regulatory frameworks.
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   Strong research, drafting, and analytical skills.
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   Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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   Proficiency in MS Office and legal research databases.
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Junior Associate

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