legal counsel ii

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div>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.
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.
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&rsquo;s interests.
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Provide timely, accurate legal advice and support to internal teams and subsidiaries.</li><li>
Assist in developing and implementing legal frameworks and processes that protect company assets and ensure compliance.</li><li>
Lead negotiation and management of contracts and other legal transactions.</li><li>
Oversee claims and dispute resolution processes, coordinating with external counsel as necessary.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
<ul><li>
Law degree (LL.B or equivalent) is required; advanced degree (LL.M or Juris Doctor) preferred.</li><li>
Minimum of 8 years of relevant legal experience, particularly in entertainment, infrastructure, or related sectors.</li><li>
Admission to practice law in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is preferred; admission in a common law jurisdiction is a plus.</li><li>
Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.</li><li>
Excellent analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.</li><li>
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic environment.</li><li>
Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English highly desirable.</li></ul> 

Benefits 
Comprehensive benefits package</div>

Legal Counsel II

Qiddiya | القدية

<div>
 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.
 
 
 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.
 
 
 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.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide timely, accurate legal advice and support to internal teams and subsidiaries
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in developing and implementing legal frameworks and processes that protect company assets and ensure compliance
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead negotiation and management of contracts and other legal transactions
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee claims and dispute resolution processes, coordinating with external counsel as necessary
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Law degree (LL.B or equivalent) is required; advanced degree (LL.M or Juris Doctor) preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum of 8 years of relevant legal experience, particularly in entertainment, infrastructure, or related sectors
 </li>
 <li>
 Admission to practice law in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is preferred; admission in a common law jurisdiction is a plus
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English highly desirable
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 Comprehensive benefits package
</div>

Jameson Legal

<div>
 
 Senior Legal Counsel &ndash; Financial Services
 
 
 
 
 
 An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s leading financial institutions, headquartered in Riyadh. The successful candidate will join a growing legal team, advising on a broad range of banking and commercial matters, including contract negotiation, corporate banking agreements, facilities, guarantees, and letters of credit.
 
 
 
 
 
 Applicants should ideally have 10+ years&rsquo; post-qualification experience with strong financial services experience. GCC experience is essential and knowledge of Islamic finance would be highly advantageous.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 Salary:
 
 Around SAR 60,000 per month, plus bonus and benefits
 
</div>

Senior Legal Advisor

PepsiCo

<div>Overview:
<div>
We Are PepsiCo</div><div></div><div> 
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes LAY&rsquo;S &reg;️, DORITOS &reg;️, CHEETOS &reg;️, GATORADE &reg;️, PEPSI &reg;️, QUAKER &reg;️ and more. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.</div><div></div><div> 
Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people.</div><div></div><div> 
Our employees drive our culture. No two days are the same; we are dynamic and full of passionate teams that embrace new ideas through our collaborative spirit. At PepsiCo, we know that our company can only succeed when our associates and the society we serve flourishes. We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce by creating a collaborative, equitable and inclusive space where everyone, regardless of what we look like, where we come from or who we love, has a voice. At PepsiCo we create a Space to be y( )u.</div><div></div><div> 
&ldquo;We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with the with the global human rights policies and equality laws in the countries we operate in, we value diversity at our company; it is an essential part of our success. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, pregnancy or marital/civil partnerships, religion or belief, gender, disability and we are Mowaamah -GOLD certified in Saudi.&rdquo;</div><div></div><div> 
Learn more about our culture and life at PepsiCo: https://stories.pepsicojobs.com/</div><div></div> 
As Brand &amp; Business Communications Manager, PepsiCo Middle East Foods, you will lead the development and execution of the communications agenda for PepsiCo&rsquo;s foods portfolio across the Middle East, with a particular focus on Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
You will be responsible for building brand relevance, strengthening reputation, and driving earned engagement through media relations, influencer engagement, partnerships, activations, and compelling storytelling. Working closely with marketing, insights, commercial, and corporate affairs teams, you will help amplify key campaigns while also creating and leading brand-led communications opportunities that generate meaningful consumer and stakeholder engagement throughout the year.
In addition, you will lead communications and storytelling for key foods business priorities, including agriculture, manufacturing, innovation, R&amp;D, and strategic partnerships, helping showcase PepsiCo&rsquo;s contribution to the region and strengthen the reputation of the foods business.
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Develop and execute the communications strategy for PepsiCo&rsquo;s foods portfolio across the Middle East, translating brand and business priorities into an integrated earned media, influencer, and engagement agenda.</li><li>
Lead the development and execution of annual PR and influencer plans for priority food brands and campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand objectives, business priorities, and PepsiCo guidelines.</li><li>
Partner closely with marketing teams to identify opportunities for communications support and amplification across key campaigns, launches, partnerships, and consumer activations.</li><li>
Identify, develop, and execute brand-led communications opportunities throughout the year that strengthen brand relevance, reputation, and cultural connection beyond traditional campaign amplification. This includes earned-first initiatives, partnerships, media collaborations, events, and storytelling platforms.</li><li>
Build and maintain strong relationships with media, content creators, influencers, and industry stakeholders across priority markets to drive earned coverage and meaningful engagement.</li><li>
Lead the development and management of strategic brand partnerships with media platforms, publishers, and cultural partners, identifying opportunities that strengthen brand visibility, engagement, and relevance.</li><li>
Manage agency partners from briefing through execution and evaluation, ensuring high-quality delivery, strong strategic counsel, and effective budget management.</li><li>
Oversee the development, localization, and quality control of communications materials, including press releases, media statements, key messages, Q&amp;As, briefing documents, influencer content, and other communications assets, in English and Arabic.</li><li>
Partner with marketing and legal teams to review and provide communications guidance on social media content, ensuring alignment with brand positioning, corporate guidelines, reputational considerations, and local market sensitivities.</li><li>
Lead communications planning and storytelling for key foods business priorities, including agriculture, manufacturing, innovation, R&amp;D, and strategic partnerships, working with cross-functional teams to showcase PepsiCo&rsquo;s impact and contribution across the region.</li><li>
Identify and secure relevant speaking, media, and external engagement opportunities for marketing leaders and subject matter experts, helping elevate PepsiCo&rsquo;s brands, innovation agenda, and industry leadership.</li><li>
Support communications planning and execution for key business milestones, site visits, launches, events, partnerships, and external engagements related to the foods business across the region.</li><li>
Monitor, analyze, and report communications performance, media sentiment, and campaign impact, providing insights and recommendations to strengthen effectiveness and support business objectives.</li></ul> 

Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.</li><li>
10-12 years of experience in communications, public relations, brand communications, or related fields, preferably within FMCG, consumer brands, media, or agency environments.</li><li>
Strong understanding of the Saudi media, influencer, and cultural landscape, with broader awareness of the Middle East market.</li><li>
Proven experience developing and executing integrated PR, influencer, and communications campaigns for consumer brands.</li><li>
Strong storytelling and content development skills, with the ability to translate business and brand priorities into compelling narratives.</li><li>
Experience managing agencies, budgets, and multiple stakeholders across functions and markets.</li><li>
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.</li><li>
Experience working on agriculture, manufacturing, sustainability, innovation, or corporate storytelling initiatives is a plus.</li></ul></div>

Communications Manager - Brand & Business

Sandoz

<div>
 
 Major Accountabilities
 
 
 
 
 Compliance Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
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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.
 </li>
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 Ensure compliance training for local organization.
 </li>
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 Monitor the e-learning mandatory trainings.
 </li>
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 Conduct compliance risk assessments.
 </li>
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 Drive a strong culture of integrity, promoting ethical behaviour, speak‑up culture, and awareness of compliance expectations across the organization
 </li>
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 Ensure document retention and archiving practices meet internal and external requirements for inspections and audits
 </li>
 <li>
 Support investigations and incident management, including documentation, root cause analysis, and remediation actions in case of potential misconduct, breaches, or compliance concerns.
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform monitoring and auditing activities, including spot checks, transactional reviews, event assessments, and sampling of high‑risk processes to ensure policy adherence
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Legal Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Corporate Governance
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure the company&rsquo;s corporate governance activities comply with local laws, regulatory requirements, and global Sandoz governance standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain and update corporate documents (e.g., commercial registry records, signatory matrices, power of attorney structures).
 </li>
 <li>
 Support coordination and preparation of board and shareholder resolutions, filings, regulatory submissions, and annual renewal requirements.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Contract Management
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee end-to-end contract lifecycle management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure contracts are aligned with global templates, approval workflows, and delegation of authority requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide guidance on contract compliance, risks, and mitigation actions.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Legal Advisory Support
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide legal advice on matters affecting business operations, including regulatory law, commercial law, anti-bribery/anti-corruption laws, data protection, and competition law.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise internal teams on interpretation of local legislation, corporate policies, and global processes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with global and regional legal teams to ensure alignment with Sandoz legal standards and to implement new global requirements locally.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the business in responding to legal queries, risk assessments, product-related issues, and interactions with government authorities where required.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Key Performance Indicators
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 All local compliance standards established for the countries are aligned with local regulations/standards and company policies. Documentation of this alignment is available.
 </li>
 <li>
 Local processes and SOPs for relevant policies are established and implemented
 </li>
 <li>
 All associates are trained on legal and compliance related policies and SOPs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Annual (e)-Training and (e)-Certification completion targets are reached
 </li>
 <li>
 Compliance-related risk assessment conducted
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitoring: self-assessment conducted and remediation plan developed (if necessary)
 </li>
 <li>
 Contracting activities delivered on time with minimal legal risks and high adherence to global legal standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Corporate governance filings and documentation completed accurately and within statutory deadlines.
 </li>
 <li>
 Quality and timeliness of legal support provided to the business.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Minimum Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Law degree from a recognized university.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 5 years of regional experience in legal and compliance roles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluency in English and Arabic (spoken and written).
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry is required, particularly in compliance-related roles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, industry codes, anti‑bribery laws, and corporate governance principles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Structured, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, execute, and monitor tasks and initiatives across different functions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work cross‑functionally and support stakeholders in a matrix organization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to assess and manage risk.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex requirements in a clear and practical manner.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Skills
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Business Networking.
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 Business Partners.
 </li>
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 Calls Handling.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contract Management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Curiosity.
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 Decision Making Skills.
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 <li>
 Finance.
 </li>
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 Law (Legal System).
 </li>
 <li>
 Litigation (Law).
 </li>
 <li>
 Microsoft Office.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proactivity.
 </li>
 <li>
 Quality Control.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Languages
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 English &amp; Arabic
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Why Sandoz?
 
 
 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!
 
 
 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.
 
 
 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!
 
 
 Join us!
 
 
 
 Commitment To Diversity &amp; Inclusion
 
 
 
 We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
 
 
 
 #Sandoz
 
</div>

Legal & Compliance Counsel GCC

Aventus

<div>
 
 
 Real Estate Associate Lawyer with c 3- 5 PQE, sought to join Leading Global / Elite Law Firm in Riyadh.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 I'm currently working with a leading international law firm that is looking to hire a talented
 
 Real Estate Associate
 
 to join its growing Riyadh office.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the region's premier real estate practices, advising sovereign wealth funds, government entities, institutional investors, developers, investment funds, family offices and multinational corporates on many of the GCC's most significant and complex real estate transactions.
 
 
 
 
 
 The team advises across the full spectrum of real estate matters, including:
 
 
 &bull; Real estate acquisitions and disposals
 
 
 &bull; Mixed-use, hospitality, residential, industrial and logistics developments
 
 
 &bull; Joint ventures and strategic investment structures
 
 
 &bull; Real estate private equity and institutional investments
 
 
 &bull; Development projects and construction-related transactions
 
 
 &bull; Commercial leasing and asset management
 
 
 &bull; Real estate finance and structured finance
 
 
 &bull; Corporate real estate and portfolio transactions
 
 
 
 
 
 You'll work closely with a highly regarded regional team on landmark Vision 2030 projects and cross-border transactions across Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC, offering exceptional exposure to some of the region's most high-profile developments.
 
 
 
 
 
 The ideal candidate will have
 
 3&ndash;5 years' post-qualification experience
 
 gained at a leading international or top-tier regional law firm, with strong experience in commercial real estate, investment transactions, development projects, real estate finance or broader corporate real estate matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Saudi Arabian or GCC National qualified lawyers are strongly preferred.
 
 Previous experience advising on Saudi Arabian or GCC real estate matters is essential at a Legal 500 Ranked Law Firm.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious lawyer looking to build a long-term career within a market-leading international platform at the forefront of the region's evolving real estate sector.
 
 
 
 
 
 Market leading package on offer to attract a high calibre candidate for a Legal 500 law firm.
 
</div>

Real Estate Associate Lawyer | Riyadh | Leading Global / Elite  Law Firm

StraitsX

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">About the Role</h3>

StraitsX is a leading digital assets platform in Southeast Asia and we are the pioneer of the regional stablecoin space, with our flagship non-USD stablecoin (XSGD) commanding over 70% of the non-USD stablecoin market share in Southeast Asia. Backed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) regulatory credibility and licensed as a Major Payment Institution (MPI), StraitsX stands out in the global digital asset space as a highly secure, fully compliant, and well-capitalized digital financial infrastructure provider.

As part of our H2 2026 global expansion strategy, we are building a world-class commercial hub in Dubai to serve the EMEA market. In a maturing digital asset hub where regulatory tightening is actively supervising operations, StraitsX offers a highly credible, regulated, and stable landing spot for both institutional clients and exceptional commercial talent.
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
What You Will Do</h3>
<ul><li>Prospect, qualify, and close high-value institutional merchants, crypto exchanges, OTC desks, card issuers, and traditional financial institutions across the GCC region.</li>
<li>Pitch and secure commercial partnerships for StraitsX's full infrastructure suite, including Dedicated Virtual Accounts (DVA) for exchanges, stablecoin-backed card issuing infrastructure, and cross-border settlement rails (XSGD/XUSD).</li>
<li>Sell high-volume fiat-to-stablecoin conversion rails to institutional buyers, addressing complex treasury, settlement, and liquidity needs.</li>
<li>Manage long-cycle enterprise sales from initial outreach to contract execution, collaborating closely with client-side treasury, product, and compliance stakeholders.</li>
<li>Partner with StraitsX's Legal, Compliance, and leadership teams to align sales motions with Dubai's regulatory environments, ensuring compliance with local standards (VARA Category 1 FRVA rules and/or DIFC/DFSA requirements).</li>
<li>Formulate the regional Go-To-Market strategy, validating the product-market fit and establishing early client success stories that will define the commercial playbook for future expansion hires.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">What We Are Looking For</h3>
<ul><li>5 to 8 years of solid business development experience in stablecoin issuance, payments infrastructure, or institutional digital assets in the GCC region. This is a scarce talent pool requiring genuine domain expertise.</li>
<li>Strong background originating from direct stablecoin/payments comparables (e.g., Anchorage Digital stablecoin BD, Ripple MEA, Tether, Circle, Nium, Thunes) or adjacent digital asset infrastructure/exchanges (e.g., Binance, Bybit, OKX, RedotPay, BitOasis, Hex Trust).</li>
<li>A warm, active network of pre-existing relationships with institutional crypto clients, digital asset platforms, payment aggregators, and digital-first businesses in Dubai and the GCC.</li>
<li>Deep and active familiarity with VARA (Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority) mainland regulations and the DIFC/DFSA (Dubai International Financial Centre) common-law framework. Ability to confidently navigate compliance conversations.</li>
<li>Demonstrated track record of managing and closing complex, multi-stakeholder enterprise deals that involve product, finance, treasury, legal, and compliance alignment.</li>
<li>A self-motivated 'Hunter' profile comfortable with zero-to-one market entry, operating independently in-market while collaborating with regional headquarters in Singapore.</li></ul></div>

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