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Safqah Capital | صفقة المالية

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   Role Overview:
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  Safqah is growing and needs a hands‑on, bilingual Legal Counsel to own core legal work with minimal supervision. You&rsquo;ll be the primary in‑house legal owner, reviewing every legal document, managing outside counsel across matters, and acting as Board Secretary to keep governance tight and timely. Signature authority is limited per Delegation of Authority, but legal review is mandatory for all documents.
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   Key Responsibilities:
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   Board Secretary duties: agendas, minutes, resolutions, registers; maintain corporate records and accuracy of the archive/VDR.
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   Corporate housekeeping: CR updates, GA/BoD actions, ESOP/option paperwork coordination.
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   Draft/mark‑up/negotiation support for financing documents (term sheets, intercreditor, security packages, pledges/guarantees), coordinating closely with Finance and outside counsel.
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   Own the contract lifecycle end‑to‑end (intake, drafting, negotiation, execution, DocuSign, archiving, metadata).
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   Drive KPI‑driven compliance for filings, license renewals, covenants, and obligations tracking.
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   Lead/coordinate DPAs, data‑sharing agreements, privacy notices, and vendor assessments (PDPL awareness expected; specialist outside counsel engaged when needed).
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   Select, brief, and manage external firms across specialties; control quality, timelines, and budgets. Maintain matter trackers and a decision log.
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   Maintain template pack, playbooks, and clause library in Notion; ensure everything is searchable and version‑controlled.
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   Qualifications:
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   Exposure to PDPL (consents, DPAs, cross‑border assessments).
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   Experience across financing structures, security/pledges, and intercreditor dynamics.
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   Familiarity working with regulators via external counsel (e.g., CMA/REGA).
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   Real‑estate/fintech/startup environment exposure.
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   Experience:
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   6&ndash;8 years PQE with strong in‑house or top‑tier firm experience in KSA.
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   Bilingual (Arabic &amp; English) with drafting and negotiation in both.
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   Depth in Companies Law and Civil Transactions Law; excellent commercial contracting judgement.
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   Demonstrated experience managing multiple matters and outside counsel directly.
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   Comfortable owning board secretarial work and corporate housekeeping.
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Legal Counsel

Confidential

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   About the Role:
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  We are seeking a highly skilled Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support to the holding group and its subsidiaries. The ideal candidate will be experienced in drafting and reviewing commercial agreements, managing corporate legal matters, and ensuring full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in Saudi Arabia.
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   Key Responsibilities:
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   Draft and review commercial agreements, including shareholder agreements, MOUs, and service contracts.
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   Provide expert legal advice to senior management on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and compliance matters.
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   Support corporate governance frameworks and ensure alignment with legal and regulatory requirements.
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   Conduct legal risk assessments and recommend proactive mitigation strategies.
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   Manage disputes, arbitration cases, and coordinate with external legal counsel and government authorities when required.
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   Monitor legal and regulatory changes in Saudi Arabia and advise on their business impact.
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   Collaborate with internal departments (Finance, HR, Operations, Procurement, etc.) to ensure legally sound business decisions and operations.
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   Required Qualifications:
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law or Sharia Law (mandatory).
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   Master&rsquo;s degree in Law (LL.M.) preferred.
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   7&ndash;10 years of proven experience in corporate and commercial law within a reputable organization, preferably a holding or group environment.
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   Strong expertise in legal drafting and advisory work in both Arabic and English.
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   Strong knowledge of Saudi laws, regulatory frameworks, and corporate compliance requirements.
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   Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.
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Hays

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   Your new company
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  A global organization is seeking a Legal Counsel to lead legal operations in Saudi Arabia and provide support across the broader GCC region.
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   Your new role
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  This high-impact role requires strong expertise in contract negotiation, legal drafting, regulatory compliance, and public sector engagement, with a deep understanding of the Saudi legal and governmental landscape. The successful candidate will deliver strategic legal advice, manage risk, and support the company&rsquo;s growth and integrity in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
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  Reports to the regional legal leadership and collaborates with executive management across business units.
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   Responsibilities
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   Provide timely, strategic, and actionable legal advice to management and departments across a wide range of legal matters.
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   Represent the company in key interactions and negotiations with ministries, municipalities, and other regulatory or governmental authorities.
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   Conduct legal research and support strategic initiatives, business transactions, and cross-sector partnerships.
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   Respond to day-to-day legal queries, including documentation and clarifications on local legal requirements.
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   Act as the main point of contact with external counsel in Saudi Arabia.
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   Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts (government, commercial, vendor).
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   Maintain and update standard contract templates in coordination with business units.
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   Ensure all agreements align with company policies and Saudi legal standards, mitigating legal and operational risks.
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   Monitor and ensure compliance with internal policies, Saudi laws, industry regulations, and relevant international standards.
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   What you'll need to succeed
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB or Shariah); Master&rsquo;s degree preferred.
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   Valid license to practice law in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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   Native or fluent Arabic and English.
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   A minimum 5 years of experience, ideally within international law firms and/or multinational corporate legal departments.
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   Proven expertise in government contracts and navigating Saudi regulatory frameworks.
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   In-depth knowledge of corporate and contract law, public procurement, and compliance requirements in the Kingdom.
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   What you'll get in return
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   Highly competitive tax-free salary + benefits
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   Includes opportunities for periodic travel.
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Tamara

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 <strong>
  About Us
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 Tamara is the leading fintech platform in Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region with a mission to help people make their dreams come true by building the most customer-centric financial super-app on earth. The company serves millions of users in the region and partners with leading global and regional brands such as Apple, SHEIN, Jarir, noon, IKEA and Amazon, as well as small and medium businesses.
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 Tamara is Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s first fintech unicorn and is backed by Sanabil Investments, a wholly owned company by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), SNB Capital, Checkout.com, amongst others. The company operates from its headquarters in Riyadh, with additional regional and global support offices.
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  About The Role
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 We are seeking a
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  Legal Counsel
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 with 3-4 years of experience to join our dynamic in-house Legal team.
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 In this role, you will serve as a key legal advisor to our business, navigating new and complex legal issues, and providing strategic counsel that supports our company's rapid growth and innovation.
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 This is an excellent opportunity for a rising star who thrives on solving new challenges in a fast-paced and evolving industry.
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 You will be at the forefront of the financial technology transformation in KSA and the region, play a critical role in shaping our business and managing its growth globally, and work in a high-impact role with a collaborative and supportive team.
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 Your Responsibilities
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   Review and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, as well as support on development of template contracts based on business needs.
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   Conduct thorough legal research and provide clear, concise advice to internal business stakeholders on a variety of legal and regulatory issues.
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   Work closely with internal departments such including product, engineering, finance, and sales to provide timely and practical legal guidance that helps achieve business goals.
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   Support the protection and enforcement of the company's intellectual property rights.
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   Support the incorporation and managing corporate affairs of the Group.
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   Support senior legal team members on strategic transactions, managing legal disputes, and business inquiries.
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  Your Expertise
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   Bachelor's degree in law.
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   3-4 years of experience, with a minimum of 2 years training and/or working in private practice.
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   Able to think strategically and provide legal advice that aligns with the company's business objectives.
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   Is highly organised, detail-oriented, proactive to solving problems, and willing to learn.
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   Fluent in English and Arabic, both written and spoken.
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Novartis

<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary
</b></h3><div>The Legal Counsel, GCC plays a pivotal role in shaping the legal landscape across the GCC region (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, and Kuwait). This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of law and business&mdash;advising on legal rights and obligations, conducting in-depth legal research, drafting, and negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations, and managing disputes and litigation. The role offers a dynamic platform to influence strategic decisions and contribute to the organization&rsquo;s success in a fast-evolving regional market. The individual will provide cross-functional collaboration and work closely with different stakeholders to identify, mitigate, and monitor legal and compliance risks. They will also provide Employment Law support and advise on employment matters, ensure documentation compliance, and support nationalization efforts.<br>
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#LI-Onsite</div>
</div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Role
</b></h3><div><p><b>Job Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li><b>
Legal Business Partnering</b>: Provide timely legal advice to cross-functional teams in the GCC on contracts, corporate matters, partnerships, procurement, regulatory issues, and clinical initiatives.</li><li><b>
Operational Legal Support</b>: Collaborate with GCC entities, Swiss NPhS teams, and external partners to address legal needs in business operations.</li><li><b>
Strategic Legal Initiatives</b>: Partner with GCC legal teams on regional projects such as product launches, patient programs, BD&amp;L, digital initiatives, PPPs, and strategic partnerships.</li><li><b>
Initiative Ownership</b>: Independently lead legal projects assigned by the Regional Head.</li><li><b>
Corporate Governance</b>: Maintain accurate corporate records for GCC legal entities and ensure timely issuance and renewal of required documents.</li><li><b>
Legal Repository Management</b>: Maintain updated repositories of key agreements, legal opinions, and laws to ensure accessibility and compliance.</li><li><b>
Template Management</b>: Keep standard legal templates current and aligned with policies and laws; provide regular updates and training to stakeholders.</li><li><b>
IP Support</b>: Assist with IP-related matters in coordination with global IP attorneys and country lawyers.</li><li><b>
Contract Management Optimization</b>: Streamline contract processes and templates across GCC and META to ensure efficiency and compliance.</li><li><b>
Digital Legal Tools</b>: Support implementation of digital platforms to enhance legal operations and knowledge sharing.</li><li><b>
Compliance Collaboration</b>: Work closely with ERC to identify, mitigate, and monitor legal and compliance risks.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Minimum Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law (LLB) is required; a master&rsquo;s degree (LLM) is highly preferred.</li><li>
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role. Pharmaceutical Regulatory knowledge is highly preferrable</li><li>
Bilingual Legal Expertise: Fluency in Arabic and English, with the ability to draft, review, and negotiate legal documents in both languages.</li><li>
Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, external counsel, and regulatory bodies, providing clear, business-oriented legal advice.</li></ul></div>
</div><div><div><p><b>Why Novartis:</b> Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients&rsquo; lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture</p><p><b>
Join our Novartis Network:</b> Not the right Novartis role for you? Sign up to our talent community to stay connected and learn about suitable career opportunities as soon as they come up: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network</p><p><b>
Benefits and Rewards:</b> Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we&rsquo;ll help you thrive personally and professionally: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards</p></div></div></div>
<br><div><div>Division
<div>Legal
</div></div><div>Business Unit
<div>Legal
</div></div><div>Location
<div>Saudi Arabia
</div></div><div>Site
<div>Riyadh
</div></div><div>Company / Legal Entity
<div>SA03 (FCRS = SA003) Novartis Regional Headquarters Company
</div></div><div>Functional Area
<div>Legal &amp; Intellectual Property &amp; Compl.
</div></div><div>Job Type
<div>Full time
</div></div><div>Employment Type
<div>Regular
</div></div><div>Shift Work
<div>No</div></div><div><br>
</div><div><p>Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.</p></div></div><div></div>

Legal Counsel GCC

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 <strong>
  Summary
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  <br/>
 </strong>
 The Legal Counsel, GCC plays a pivotal role in shaping the legal landscape across the GCC region (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, and Kuwait). This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of law and business&mdash;advising on legal rights and obligations, conducting in-depth legal research, drafting, and negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations, and managing disputes and litigation. The role offers a dynamic platform to influence strategic decisions and contribute to the organization&rsquo;s success in a fast-evolving regional market. The individual will provide cross-functional collaboration and work closely with different stakeholders to identify, mitigate, and monitor legal and compliance risks. They will also provide Employment Law support and advise on employment matters, ensure documentation compliance, and support nationalization efforts.
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 <strong>
  About The Role
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Job Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Legal Business Partnering: Provide timely legal advice to cross-functional teams in the GCC on contracts, corporate matters, partnerships, procurement, regulatory issues, and clinical initiatives.
  </li>
  <li>
   Operational Legal Support: Collaborate with GCC entities, Swiss NPhS teams, and external partners to address legal needs in business operations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strategic Legal Initiatives: Partner with GCC legal teams on regional projects such as product launches, patient programs, BD&amp;L, digital initiatives, PPPs, and strategic partnerships.
  </li>
  <li>
   Initiative Ownership: Independently lead legal projects assigned by the Regional Head.
  </li>
  <li>
   Corporate Governance: Maintain accurate corporate records for GCC legal entities and ensure timely issuance and renewal of required documents.
  </li>
  <li>
   Legal Repository Management: Maintain updated repositories of key agreements, legal opinions, and laws to ensure accessibility and compliance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Template Management: Keep standard legal templates current and aligned with policies and laws; provide regular updates and training to stakeholders.
  </li>
  <li>
   IP Support: Assist with IP-related matters in coordination with global IP attorneys and country lawyers.
  </li>
  <li>
   Contract Management Optimization: Streamline contract processes and templates across GCC and META to ensure efficiency and compliance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Digital Legal Tools: Support implementation of digital platforms to enhance legal operations and knowledge sharing.
  </li>
  <li>
   Compliance Collaboration: Work closely with ERC to identify, mitigate, and monitor legal and compliance risks.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Minimum Requirements
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law (LLB) is required; a master&rsquo;s degree (LLM) is highly preferred.
  </li>
  <li>
   Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role. Pharmaceutical Regulatory knowledge is highly preferrable
  </li>
  <li>
   Bilingual Legal Expertise: Fluency in Arabic and English, with the ability to draft, review, and negotiate legal documents in both languages.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, external counsel, and regulatory bodies, providing clear, business-oriented legal advice.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Why Novartis:
 </strong>
 Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients&rsquo; lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Join our Novartis Network:
 </strong>
 Not the right Novartis role for you? Sign up to our talent community to stay connected and learn about suitable career opportunities as soon as they come up: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Benefits and Rewards:
 </strong>
 Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we&rsquo;ll help you thrive personally and professionally: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards
 <br/>
 <br/>
</div>


Tabby | تابي

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  Department:
 </strong>
 Legal
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  Employment Type:
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 Full Time
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  Location:
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 KSA
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  Reporting To:
 </strong>
 Sherif Amgad
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 <strong>
  Description
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  <br/>
 </strong>
 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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 Key Responsibilities
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  <li>
   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.
  </li>
  <li>
   Meeting Coordination: Preparing and issuing notices and invitations for all Board and committee meetings.
  </li>
  <li>
   Document Management: Preparing and circulating all pre-meeting documents and materials and meticulously organizing and managing all related documentation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Minute Taking: Drafting accurate and comprehensive minutes of Board and committee meetings.
  </li>
  <li>
   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.
  </li>
  <li>
   Action Tracking: Following up on action items arising from Board and committee meetings to ensure timely completion.
  </li>
  <li>
   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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   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Skills, Knowledge &amp; Expertise
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 <ul>
  <li>
   Excellent command of English and Arabic (both written and spoken).
  </li>
  <li>
   Law degree from a recognized university.
  </li>
  <li>
   Must be a Saudi resident.
  </li>
  <li>
   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.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven experience supporting the governance of listed companies in Saudi Arabia, including direct exposure to CMA or Saudi Exchange governance matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Legal training in corporate law and experience in a reputable regional or international law firm or in-house is an advantage.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience in using entity management software.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong understanding of MENA region's legal systems and corporate governance practices, particularly in the UAE (mainland and freezone) and KSA.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage a complex workload and prioritize tasks effectively.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to work in a regulated environment and navigate complex regulatory requirements.
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
  </li>
  <li>
   Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
</div>


Legal Counsel (Corporate Governance)

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