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Bureau Veritas Group

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 Job Location -
 
 Saudi Arabia
 
 
 The geographical area for this role covers Saudi Arabia and Bahrain
 
 
 
 Minimum Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 LLB or LLM in Law
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 Minimum 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience in international legal departments
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 Excellent interpersonal skills enabling you to evolve in an international and challenging environment;
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 Ability to handle several tasks with pragmatism and reactivity.
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 Strong team spirit and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
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 Fluent in English and Arabic and know how to negotiate and draft contracts in both languages
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Legal Function
 
 
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 Handle all legal affairs and manage legal risks within the Region, with a strong focus on reviewing proposals, offers, and contracts.
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 Handle corporate matters for all Bureau Veritas legal entities within the area.
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 Provide legal support for Mergers &amp; Acquisitions and Joint Ventures.
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 Handle litigation matters with the support of external lawyers when required and management of insurances matters in coordination with the Group Risk and Insurance Department
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 Assist with debt collection matters
 
 
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 </ul>
 Compliance Function
 
 
 <ul>
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 Coordinate with group compliance teams to align compliance objectives, processes, and goals, ensuring consistent practices across the organization
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 <li>
 Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of compliance activities, audits, and investigations
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide training and guidance to staff on compliance-related matters, promoting a culture of integrity, compliance, and transparency throughout the organization
 </li>
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 Ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations, including privacy laws, international sanctions, and export control rules.
 </li>
 </ul>
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Legal Counsel, KSA

Bureau Veritas North America

<div>
 
 Job Location -
 
 Saudi Arabia
 
 
 The geographical area for this role covers Saudi Arabia and Bahrain
 
 
 
 Minimum Requirements:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 LLB or LLM in Law
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience in international legal departments
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent interpersonal skills enabling you to evolve in an international and challenging environment;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to handle several tasks with pragmatism and reactivity.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong team spirit and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluent in English and Arabic and know how to negotiate and draft contracts in both languages
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Legal Function
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Handle all legal affairs and manage legal risks within the Region, with a strong focus on reviewing proposals, offers, and contracts.
 </li>
 <li>
 Handle corporate matters for all Bureau Veritas legal entities within the area.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide legal support for Mergers &amp; Acquisitions and Joint Ventures.
 </li>
 <li>
 Handle litigation matters with the support of external lawyers when required and management of insurances matters in coordination with the Group Risk and Insurance Department
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist with debt collection matters
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Compliance Function
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Coordinate with group compliance teams to align compliance objectives, processes, and goals, ensuring consistent practices across the organization
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of compliance activities, audits, and investigations
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide training and guidance to staff on compliance-related matters, promoting a culture of integrity, compliance, and transparency throughout the organization
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations, including privacy laws, international sanctions, and export control rules.
 </li>
 </ul>
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Bureau Veritas

<div><div>Job Location - Saudi Arabia 
The geographical area for this role covers Saudi Arabia and Bahrain 
Minimum Requirements:<ul><li>
LLB or LLM in Law</li><li>
Minimum 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience in international legal departments</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal skills enabling you to evolve in an international and challenging environment;</li><li>
Ability to handle several tasks with pragmatism and reactivity.</li><li>
Strong team spirit and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.</li><li>
Fluent in English and Arabic and know how to negotiate and draft contracts in both languages</li></ul> 
Responsibilities
Legal Function<ul><li>
Handle all legal affairs and manage legal risks within the Region, with a strong focus on reviewing proposals, offers, and contracts.</li><li>
Handle corporate matters for all Bureau Veritas legal entities within the area.</li><li>
Provide legal support for Mergers &amp; Acquisitions and Joint Ventures.</li><li>
Handle litigation matters with the support of external lawyers when required and management of insurances matters in coordination with the Group Risk and Insurance Department</li><li>
Assist with debt collection matters</li></ul> 
Compliance Function<ul><li>
Coordinate with group compliance teams to align compliance objectives, processes, and goals, ensuring consistent practices across the organization</li><li>
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of compliance activities, audits, and investigations</li><li>
Provide training and guidance to staff on compliance-related matters, promoting a culture of integrity, compliance, and transparency throughout the organization</li><li>
Ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations, including privacy laws, international sanctions, and export control rules.</li></ul></div></div>

Tarabut

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 We&rsquo;re looking for a proactive and solutions-driven In-House Legal Counsel to join our dynamic legal team. In this role, you&rsquo;ll be at the heart of our operations across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain, providing sharp commercial legal advice, supporting strategic partnerships, and helping shape our expansion in the fast-evolving MENA fintech ecosystem.
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll collaborate closely with teams across product, partnerships, operations, and HR, tackling a wide range of legal matters. Beyond day-to-day support, you&rsquo;ll play a key role in building scalable legal processes and infrastructure that enable us to move fast while staying compliant.
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 Commercial &amp; Advisory
 
 
 
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 Draft, negotiate, and review commercial contracts including distribution, partnership, and technology agreements, particularly in the open finance and embedded finance space.
 
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 Advise on legal risks related to new products and business models across Tarabut&rsquo;s platforms.
 
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 Support strategic projects and initiatives in coordination with cross-functional teams.
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 Corporate, Employment &amp; M&amp;A
 
 
 
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 Assist with corporate governance and company secretarial tasks across multiple jurisdictions (KSA, UAE onshore/ADGM/DIFC, and Bahrain).
 
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 Support employment law matters in coordination with the People team.
 
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 Provide legal input on M&amp;A and investment transactions, including due diligence and transaction structuring.
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 UAE Compliance
 
 
 
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 Monitor and ensure compliance with UAE regulatory requirements across onshore, ADGM, and DIFC jurisdictions.
 
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 Maintain relationships with UAE regulatory bodies and manage regulatory correspondence.
 
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 Support regulatory filings, notifications, and ongoing compliance obligations.
 
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 Advise on UAE regulatory developments impacting fintech and open banking operations.
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 Corporate Finance &amp; Fundraising
 
 
 
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 Support fundraising activities including venture capital, private equity, and debt financing transactions.
 
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 Assist with preparation of investment documentation, term sheets, and investor agreements.
 
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 Coordinate due diligence processes for funding rounds and provide legal input on valuation and structuring matters.
 
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 Support corporate finance initiatives including capital restructuring and strategic investments.
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 Data Privacy
 
 
 
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 Support the Data Protection Officer (DPO) on data privacy and protection matters across all jurisdictions.
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 Legal Operations
 
 
 
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 Lead legal operations initiatives, including the implementation of legal tech, AI tools, and process improvements.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 Requirements
 
 
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 5 years post-qualification legal experience, preferably in-house or at a top-tier law firm.
 
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 Strong commercial contract drafting and negotiation skills.
 
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 Sound judgment and commercial acumen; ability to balance legal risk with business needs.
 
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 Demonstrated understanding of the fintech sector; open banking or embedded finance experience a strong plus.
 
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 Experience working with regulated financial services entities is beneficial.
 
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 Familiarity with UAE, KSA, and Bahrain legal environments is highly desirable.
 
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 Strong understanding of corporate structures and cross-border operations.
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Common law training (UK, Australia, New Zealand, or equivalent) preferred.
 
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 Arabic language skills (a strong plus).
 
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 Experience working in or advising startups is advantageous.
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 Other
 
 
 
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 Based in UAE, with travel to KSA and Bahrain possible.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 Benefits
 
 
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 The opportunity to shape legal support in a high-growth, market-leading fintech.
 
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 Exposure to cutting-edge financial technologies and partnerships.
 
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 Collaborative, fast-paced, and mission-driven work environment.
 
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 Competitive compensation and benefits.
 
 
 
 
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 </ul>
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In-House Legal Counsel

VISTAJET

The Senior Legal Counsel IMEA is part of the group s corporate legal team and serves as the senior legal advisor to Vista s business units and senior management in India, UAE and KSA but as well for wider Middle East and Africa region in the aspects of contracting, employment, litigation and regulatory affairs including assisting with company secretary functions. The Compliance Specialist ensures that the organization adheres to internal policies and external regulatory requirements. This role involves monitoring compliance activities, conducting audits, supporting risk assessments, and assisting in the development and implementation of compliance programs. The Compliance Specialist acts as a key resource in promoting a culture of integrity and ethical conduct.

Your Responsibilities
<ul>
 <li>Provide expert legal advice to executive leadership and business units in your region.</li>
 <li>Contract drafting, review and negotiation</li>
 <li>Matter management including litigation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution processes.</li>
 <li>Advise on employment law matters, internal investigations, and HR policies.</li>
 <li>Monitor and assess compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies.</li>
 <li>Conduct internal audits and investigations to identify potential compliance risks.</li>
 <li>Assist in the development and implementation of compliance policies and procedures.</li>
 <li>Support training programs to educate employees on compliance and ethics.</li>
 <li>Maintain records of compliance activities and prepare reports for management.</li>
 <li>Collaborate with legal, risk, and operational teams to address compliance issues.</li>
 <li>Stay up to date with regulatory changes and advise relevant departments accordingly.</li>
 <li>Participate in risk assessments and help implement mitigation strategies.</li>
 <li>Respond to inquiries and concerns related to compliance matters.</li>
 <li>Support external audits and regulatory inspections.</li>
</ul>

Senior Legal Counsel IMEA & Compliance Specialist

Atos

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 About Atos Group
 
 
 
 Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 70,000 employees and annual revenue of c. &euro; 10 billion, operating in 67 countries under two brands &mdash; Atos for services and Eviden for products. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea) and listed on Euronext Paris.
 
 
 The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.
 
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 As the General Counsel for the Middle East, Turkey &amp; Africa, you will serve as the lead lawyer for the region, working closely with business leaders and corporate functions. As such you will be a member of the MET &amp; Africa leadership teams, as well as of the International Markets Legal leadership team. You will be responsible for delivering strategic legal guidance, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, and supporting Atos' business operations and growth initiatives across the region. You will also oversee the application of commercial, company, and competition laws, as well as IP, public procurement regulations, data protection, compliance, litigation management, and special projects.
 
 
 
 Job Location
 
 Riyadh, KSA/Dubai, UAE
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Strategic Legal Advisory Provide high-level and operational legal advice to senior management and business units on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters across the region.
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 Contract Management Lead the structuring, drafting, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements, including IT outsourcing, software licensing, teaming agreements, and public procurement contracts.
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 Regulatory Compliance Advise on data protection, competition law, anti-bribery, and public procurement regulations. Collaborate with compliance teams to implement and monitor internal controls.
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 Corporate Governance Oversee corporate governance matters for regional entities, ensuring compliance with local laws and Atos Group policies.
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 Dispute Resolution Manage litigation and third-party claims in coordination with external counsel and internal stakeholders.
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 Cross-functional Collaboration Work in close cooperation with the Atos Group Legal &amp; Compliance Department, regional legal teams, and other central functions.
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 Team Leadership Supervise and mentor regional legal counsels and contribute to the development of legal talent in the region.
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 General Legal Advice Provide pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice to support regional leadership and operational teams.
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 Training and Development Support the implementation of Group policies and appropriate standards, practices, processes, and internal controls relating to business and legal matters. Contribute to the delivery of focused training sessions (classroom or eLearning).
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Required Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Several years of relevant post-qualification experience.
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 Qualified Lawyer/Solicitor with Law degree from a recognized university; bar admission in at least one jurisdiction.
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 Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience, ideally in a multinational or technology-driven environment.
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 Proven experience in commercial law, IT contracts, contract management, dispute resolution and regulatory compliance.
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 Strong negotiation and communication skills in English &amp; Arabic; French is a plus.
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 Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Preferred Attributes
 
 
 
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 International exposure and experience working across diverse legal systems in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa.
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 Cultural sensitivity and ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.
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 Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to legal problem-solving.
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 Excellent academic qualifications and strong drafting and negotiation skills.
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 Background in technology services, systems integration, or a global in-house legal function.
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 Proactive, adaptable, and collaborative, with strong communication and influencing skills.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Let&rsquo;s grow together.
 
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