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 Role Overview
 
 
 
 As a Legal Counsel at noon, you will support key business verticals by providing practical, business-focused legal advice. You will act as the first point of contact for legal matters, partnering closely with internal stakeholders to enable growth while managing legal risk.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What you&rsquo;ll do
 
 
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 Provide day-to-day legal support across commercial and operational matters
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements
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 Act as the main legal point of contact for disputes, claims, and potential litigation
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 Represent the company before relevant authorities when required
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 Advise internal teams on legal risks, regulatory requirements, and local laws
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 Lead negotiations on non-standard contracts and escalate complex issues when needed
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 Apply legal templates and frameworks to ensure consistency and efficiency
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 Identify and manage legal risks, while proactively flagging recurring issues
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 Support dispute resolution, claims assessment, and settlement processes
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 Ensure timely delivery aligned with agreed turnaround times and quality standards
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 What you&rsquo;ll need
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent)
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 4&ndash;7 years of relevant legal experience
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 Strong experience in commercial contracts and dispute management
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 Good understanding of Saudi laws and regulatory environment
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 Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
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 Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
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 Who will excel?
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for people with high standards, who understand that hard work matters.
 
 
 You need to be relentlessly resourceful and operate with a deep bias for action.
 
 
 We need people with the courage to be fiercely original.
 
 
 noon is not for everyone; readiness to adapt, pivot, and learn is essential.
 
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Legal Counsel

Almarai - المراعي

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 Senior Legal Counsel
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Company
 
 
 
 Almarai is the world&rsquo;s largest vertically integrated dairy company and the region&rsquo;s largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company. Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Almarai Company is ranked as the #1 FMCG Brand in the MENA region and is market leader in all its categories across the GCC. Almarai currently employs over 43,000 employees servicing some 220,000 retail outlets and has reported net income of SAR 2.4 billion on sales of SAR 22 billion in 2025.
 
 
 An aggressive expansion program together with acquisitions in new vertical markets have created an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic multinational team dedicated to furthering growth plans for the group.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Opportunity
 
 
 
 We are seeking a qualified
 
 Senior Legal Counsel
 
 to manage the company&rsquo;s legal affairs and ensure legal services meet international standards while protecting the interests of the business and its shareholders.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Candidates
 
 without
 
 the following will not be considered:
 
 
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 Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Master of Laws (LLM)
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 5&ndash;7 years of experience as an in-house lawyer or with a reputed international law firm
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 Strong exposure to international law and cross-border transactions
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 Demonstrated experience in:
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 Mergers &amp; Acquisitions (M&amp;A)
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 Corporate and commercial law
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 Contract and agreement drafting and review
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 Corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters.
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 Intellectual Property (IP)
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 Key Skills:
 
 
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 Excellent business and commercial acumen
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 Strong communication and negotiation skills
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 High ethical standards, integrity, and attention to detail
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 This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and expanding global business, offering an excellent remuneration and benefits package.
 
 
 
 To apply, please submit your current CV along with a cover letter indicating your current and expected remuneration package.
 
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Senior Legal Counsel

Samsung by Korn Ferry

<div>Company Description 
Samsung Electronics has grown into one of the world&rsquo;s leading technology companies, recognized as one of the top 5 global brands. As a global leader in technology, we are transforming the world with the creativity and diversity of our talented people who drive this transformation.
Our company's success reflects the determination and talent of our people, aligned with our key corporate values: People, Excellence, Change, Integrity, and Co-prosperity. Our mission is to help people achieve the impossible.
We are inspired by what people want to accomplish in their lives and work to create products that empower them in new ways. This drive fuels our innovation.
Join us at Samsung and find your opportunity to do what you can't. 
Job Description 
The Legal Counsel will play a critical role in safeguarding the company&rsquo;s interests in KSA. The primary focus is to provide high-level legal solutions through meticulous contract review and advisory services. By managing regulatory compliance and responding to legal disputes, you will proactively minimize legal risks and support the overall business management of our regional operations. 

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Strategic Advisory: Provide optimum legal solutions through comprehensive contract reviews and expert counsel.</li><li>
Risk Mitigation: Minimize the company&rsquo;s legal exposure by managing regulatory compliance and responding effectively to major disputes.</li></ul> 

Position Responsibilities<ul><li>
Contractual Examination: Review and examine various general and specialized contracts, providing actionable solutions to mitigate potential risks.</li><li>
Legal Consultation: Offer internal legal counsel across various business units, ensuring that legal advice is integrated into business decision-making.</li><li>
Dispute &amp; Investigation Management: Execute strategies for responding to litigation, arbitration, and claims. Support the company during government investigations and handle all necessary litigation reporting.</li><li>
Regulatory Monitoring: Identify and analyze local legal trends, including new legislation and precedents related to labor, environment, HR, and fair trade.</li><li>
Business Alignment: Develop a deep understanding of the relevant business unit&rsquo;s technology and commercial goals to ensure legal advice reflects practical business needs.</li></ul> 

Required Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>
Legal Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of company law, commercial law, labor acts, and fair trade regulations.</li><li>
Analytical Thinking: Ability to identify the underlying causes of complex legal issues and provide structured, logical solutions.</li><li>
Negotiation &amp; Influence: Strong ability to logically advocate for the company&rsquo;s interests and reflect business requirements during negotiations.</li><li>
Communication: Skilled at translating complex legal concepts into clear, persuasive documents for non-legal stakeholders and individual contributors.</li><li>
Research &amp; Information Management: Ability to utilize global legal databases to track trends and organize information systematically for stakeholders.</li><li>
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to network with various departments to ensure smooth legal support across the organization.</li></ul> 

Qualifications 
Qualifications<ul><li>
Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law (LLB) is required. Master's degree preferred but not essential.</li><li>
Minimum 8 years of experience with bachelor's degree or minimum 6 years' experience with master's degree qualification</li><li>
Preferred solid private practice experience or if you have worked in an international law firm or multinational environment, with a focus on contracts and regulatory</li><li>
Language Skills: Proficiency in drafting and negotiating legal documents in both English and Arabic (preferred for local regulatory compliance).</li></ul> 

Additional Information 
Additional Information<ul><li>
Technology &amp; Business Savvy: demonstrate a willingness to learn about Samsung&rsquo;s specific technologies to better reflect technical requirements in contractual agreements.</li><li>
Proactive Compliance: This role requires a high degree of &quot;sensing,&quot; frequently collecting and sharing legal updates to keep the organization ahead of regulatory changes in the Kingdom.</li></ul></div>

Jameson Legal

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 Senior Legal Counsel- Corporate/ M&amp;A/Commercial &ndash; Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 
 
 An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a renowned organisation in Saudi Arabia, with a strong presence across the GCC and a well-established position in the food and beverage sector. The successful candidate will join a growing legal team, providing expert advice on corporate and commercial matters, with a particular focus on M&amp;A and corporate governance.
 
 
 
 
 
 Applicants should ideally have 5&ndash;7 years of post-qualification experience and be qualified in Saudi Arabia. The role requires strong exposure to international legal frameworks, including hands-on experience with cross-border transactions and a broad range of business law matters. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working within an international law firm environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
 
 
 Salary: up to SAR 40,000 per month, plus bonus and benefits (such as housing, education allowance, medical insurance etc)
 
 
 
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Qiddiya | القدية

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 Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a highly skilled Senior Legal Counsel specializing in Disputes to lead our legal efforts in managing and resolving complex litigation and dispute matters. This role is pivotal in protecting the company's interests by providing expert guidance on dispute resolution strategies across various sectors of the business.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Lead the management and resolution of legal disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution processes
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 Develop and implement effective dispute resolution strategies to minimize risks and financial exposure
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 Work closely with internal stakeholders and external legal counsel to coordinate case management and ensure timely and cost-effective resolution of disputes
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 Provide expert legal advice on potential and ongoing disputes to senior management and relevant departments
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 Draft, review, and negotiate settlement agreements and related legal documents
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 Monitor legal developments and trends in dispute resolution to inform company strategies
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 Mentor and guide junior legal team members in the disputes practice area
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 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to proactively identify and mitigate legal risks
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
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 Law degree &amp; qualified to practice law
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 Minimum 10 years of experience focused on dispute resolution, litigation, or arbitration, preferably within an in-house legal environment or law firm
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 Strong expertise in managing complex disputes across multiple jurisdictions
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 Excellent negotiation, advocacy, and case management skills
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 Proven ability to develop and execute effective dispute resolution strategies
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 Outstanding communication skills in English and Arabic, both written and verbal
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 Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop junior lawyers
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 Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple cases, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
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Senior Legal Counsel - Disputes Vertical

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div>Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a highly skilled Senior Legal Counsel specializing in Disputes to lead our legal efforts in managing and resolving complex litigation and dispute matters. This role is pivotal in protecting the company&rsquo;s interests by providing expert guidance on dispute resolution strategies across various sectors of the business. 
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Lead the management and resolution of legal disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution processes.</li><li>
Develop and implement effective dispute resolution strategies to minimize risks and financial exposure.</li><li>
Work closely with internal stakeholders and external legal counsel to coordinate case management and ensure timely and cost-effective resolution of disputes.</li><li>
Provide expert legal advice on potential and ongoing disputes to senior management and relevant departments.</li><li>
Draft, review, and negotiate settlement agreements and related legal documents.</li><li>
Monitor legal developments and trends in dispute resolution to inform company strategies.</li><li>
Mentor and guide junior legal team members in the disputes practice area.</li><li>
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to proactively identify and mitigate legal risks.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
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Law degree &amp; qualified to practice law.</li><li>
Minimum 10 years of experience focused on dispute resolution, litigation, or arbitration, preferably within an in-house legal environment or law firm.</li><li>
Strong expertise in managing complex disputes across multiple jurisdictions.</li><li>
Excellent negotiation, advocacy, and case management skills.</li><li>
Proven ability to develop and execute effective dispute resolution strategies.</li><li>
Outstanding communication skills in English and Arabic, both written and verbal.</li><li>
Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop junior lawyers.</li><li>
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple cases, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul></div>

Takamol Holding

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 Technical Skills
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
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 Basic understanding of:
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 Companies Law and commercial principles.
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 Contract structure and key clauses.
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 Governance and compliance concepts.
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 Legal research and case/regulation review.
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 Drafting clear, structured documents.
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 Document management and version control.
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 Bilingual drafting (Arabic/English).
 
 
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 Soft Skills
 
 
 
 
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 Strong attention to detail.
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 Willingness to learn and receive feedback.
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 Clear written communication.
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 Time management and task prioritization.
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 Professional conduct and confidentiality.
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 Teamwork and responsiveness.
 
 
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 Key Tasks &ndash; Junior Legal
 
 
 
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 Assist in drafting and reviewing standard legal documents using approved templates (NDAs, simple service agreements, legal letters).
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 Conduct legal research on Saudi laws and regulations and prepare short summaries.
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 Prepare first drafts of legal memos, correspondence, and internal notes.
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 Support contract administration, tracking, and version control.
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 Track governance approvals, signatures, and follow-up actions.
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 Coordinate with internal stakeholders to collect required inputs.
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 Follow up on execution, approvals, and document finalization.
 
 
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 Soft Skills
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Requirements
 
 
 
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 Strong attention to detail.
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 Willingness to learn and receive feedback.
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 Clear written communication.
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 Time management and task prioritization.
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 Professional conduct and confidentiality.
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 Teamwork and responsiveness.
 
 
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 Key Tasks &ndash; Junior Legal
 
 
 
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 Assist in drafting and reviewing standard legal documents using approved templates (NDAs, simple service agreements, legal letters).
 </li>
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 Conduct legal research on Saudi laws and regulations and prepare short summaries.
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 Prepare first drafts of legal memos, correspondence, and internal notes.
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 Support contract administration, tracking, and version control.
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 Track governance approvals, signatures, and follow-up actions.
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 Coordinate with internal stakeholders to collect required inputs.
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 Follow up on execution, approvals, and document finalization.
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