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<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">Legal Counsel, MENA ( based in KSA )
</h1></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description
</h2>Exciting opportunity for an experienced lawyer to join dynamic legal team in JLL MENA as its in-house legal counsel and contribute to the company rapid growth in the Middle East.
You will work as in-house lawyer for our business activities in the Middle East working closely with the business and company stakeholders to ensure timely and professional level of support in managing legal activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES include:
<ul><li>Provide full-scale day-to-day operational legal support for all legal affairs within JLL MENA/MEA business (contractual, corporate, labor, litigation).
</li><li>Prepare and review contracts and negotiate independently with clients and contractors (service agreements, construction agreements, agency agreements, facility management agreements, lease agreements, supplier agreements, etc.)
</li><li>Provide assistance to Head of Legal MENA/MEA on corporate matters related to the region including incorporation/liquidation of legal entities, amendments to the constitutional documents, resolutions, etc.
</li><li>Independently review, interpret, evaluate, and analyse relevant laws and regulations and provide updates on critical legal changes to Head of Legal MENA/MEA.
</li><li>Provide legal advice to business and company stakeholders on regulatory matters relating to operation of the company.
</li><li>Ensure the company&rsquo;s operations and legal documents are prepared in compliance with JLL practices, policies and applicable laws.
</li><li>Assist and handle insurance, license related matters, claims and disputes involving the company.
</li><li>Coordinate, analyse and manage work with the external legal counsel(s) and liaise with the wider region and EMEA when required.
</li><li>Provide assistance to Head of Legal MENA/MEA in developing local polices and adopting global policies for the region.
</li><li>Provide any other support on as-needed basis to Head of Legal MENA/MEA.
</li></ul>REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Successful candidate should possess the following characteristics:
<ul><li>law degree from leading law schools in KSA;
</li><li>Five (5+) years of post-degree work experience, preferably in multicultural environment.
</li><li>Past work experience in an international law firm in real estate practice, construction or real estate consulting will be strong advantage.
</li><li>Proficiency in oral and written Arabic and English is mandatory.
</li><li>High level of integrity, good communication skills and team oriented.
</li><li>The individual should be senior level professional with good commercial thinking and business judgment, strategic and tactical implementation of company business goals, high level of responsibility, initiative and ability to assume independent role in managing with a &lsquo;can-do&rsquo; attitude, exceptional level of ethics.
</li></ul>Location:
On-site &ndash;Riyadh, SAU
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don&rsquo;t meet all of the requirements. We&rsquo;re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
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Legal Counsel

Gathern

<div>Job Purpose:
Provide legal expertise and guidance to ensure compliance, manage risks, and support business objectives
effectively.
Accountabilities:<ul><li>Handle all legal matters, including contract review, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.</li><li>Provide legal advice on regulatory compliance and corporate governance.</li><li>Manage legal risks and ensure adherence to laws and regulations.</li><li>Represent the organization in legal matters and disputes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant regulations while promoting organizational transparency.</li><li>Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute shared team objectives.</li><li>Provide regular updates on performance and document any issues or challenges to ensure timely resolution.</li></ul>
Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Legal or a related field.</li><li>Expertise in Saudi real estate laws, IPO readiness, and corporate compliance.</li><li>Experience with CMA regulations, real estate transactions, and litigation.</li><li>Preferred 5+ years of experience in similar filed.</li></ul></div>

Jameson Legal

<div>
 
 
 
 Senior Downstream Corporate Commercial Counsel - Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Jameson Legal have been instructed by our client,, a prestigious and diverse organisation headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, who are actively seeking an accomplished Senior Counsel to provide expertise on downstream corporate commercial matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 This exciting opportunity presents the chance to work within a large and significant in house organisation
 
 
 
 
 
 The successful candidate will have a substantial track record working within the oil and gas industry as a corporate commercial lawyer, with experience in fuel administration, chemical administration, power systems administration, and pipeline administration.
 
 
 
 
 
 Ideally, candidates will have a minimum of five years of experience gained from multinational corporations' in-house departments or from a distinguished international law firm. While experience serving as a corporate secretary on the board of a multinational company would be appealing, it is not essential.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 Remuneration:
 
 Competitive salary commensurate with experience + comprehensive benefits package.
 
 
 
 
 
 While prior experience within Saudi Arabia or the broader Gulf region is not obligatory, it would be highly regarded.
 
 
 
</div>

Gathern | جاذر إن

<div>
 
 Job Purpose:
 
 
 
 Provide legal expertise and guidance to ensure compliance, manage risks, and support business objectives
 
 
 effectively.
 
 
 
 Accountabilities:
 
 
 
 &squf; Handle all legal matters, including contract review, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
 
 
 &squf; Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.
 
 
 &squf; Provide legal advice on regulatory compliance and corporate governance.
 
 
 &squf; Manage legal risks and ensure adherence to laws and regulations.
 
 
 &squf; Represent the organization in legal matters and disputes.
 
 
 &squf; Ensure compliance with relevant regulations while promoting organizational transparency.
 
 
 &squf; Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute shared team objectives.
 
 
 &squf; Provide regular updates on performance and document any issues or challenges to ensure timely resolution.
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 &squf; Bachelor's degree in Legal or a related field.
 
 
 &squf; Expertise in Saudi real estate laws, IPO readiness, and corporate compliance.
 
 
 &squf; Experience with CMA regulations, real estate transactions, and litigation.
 
 
 &squf; Preferred 5+ years of experience in similar filed.
</div>

Lifera

<div>
 
 
 Area of Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Governance/Board Secretary Services: including but not limited to attending meetings with the General Legal Counsel, distribute meeting agendas and supporting documents, take meeting minutes, prepare resolutions, maintain and file records properly and ensure passed resolutions/recommendations are addressed, monitor deadlines (internal or statutory requirements), support the board for arranging logistics and travel arrangements, liaising with the Public Investment Fund on matters such as: (i) annual Board and Sub-Committee remuneration and allowances; (ii) quarterly reports; (iii) governance frameworks compliance; and (iv) address regular PIF portfolio company requirements.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Day-to-day legal services: including but not limited to legal research and analysis, document review and drafting, legal support to senior attorneys, contractual management by maintaining files, documents, monitoring deadlines, court dates and procedural requirements.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Educational Qualification:
 
 
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Work Experience:
 
 
 
 4-6 years of experience in the same field.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills:
 
 
 
 Excellent drafting skills, legal research ability, knowledge of governance and general standard business acumen, ideally board secretary experience, fluent English and Arabic speaker.
 
</div>

Confidential Government

<div>
 
 
 Position Summary:
 
 
 
 The Legal Advisor to the CEO will provide strategic legal counsel, ensuring that the organization&rsquo;s operations, decisions, and initiatives comply with Saudi laws, regulations, and internal policies. This role acts as the CEO&rsquo;s trusted legal partner, offering proactive risk management, contract negotiation, corporate governance support, and strategic advice to protect and advance the organization&rsquo;s interests.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 Strategic Legal Counsel
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Advise the CEO and executive leadership on legal implications of business strategies, decisions, and transactions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide timely and practical legal guidance on corporate, commercial, labor, compliance, and regulatory matters.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Contract &amp; Transaction Management
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding to ensure alignment with organizational goals and risk tolerance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other high-value transactions.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Corporate Governance
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements, including board resolutions, shareholder agreements, and regulatory filings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support board meetings by preparing legal documentation and advising on corporate law matters.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Risk &amp; Compliance
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with Saudi laws, regulations, and internal policies across all jurisdictions in which the organization operates.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Litigation &amp; Dispute Resolution
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee external counsel in litigation or arbitration matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Represent the organization's interests in negotiations, mediations, and settlements.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LL.B.) is required; Master&rsquo;s degree or specialized certifications (e.g., corporate law, compliance) preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum 15 years of experience in corporate/commercial law.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven track record of advising senior executives or boards on legal and strategic matters.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills &amp; Competencies:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong business acumen with the ability to balance legal risks and business objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 High level of discretion, ethics, and integrity.
 </li>
 <li>
 Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and deliver timely results.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Timeliness and accuracy of legal advice provided to the CEO.
 </li>
 <li>
 Reduction in legal and compliance risks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Successful execution of strategic transactions and agreements.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Legal Advisor

Swatch Group

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job description</h2>
The Legal Advisor will possess strong experience in commercial contract law, including distribution, retail leasing and construction issues, as well as privacy and data protection, based in its offices in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 


Legal advice &amp; Guidance
<ul>
<li>To draft, review, negotiate a variety of contracts for the Company&rsquo;s Day to day operations</li>
<li>To provide legal advice, training to various brands, divisions of the Company</li>
<li>To ensure Company&rsquo;s activities comply with local laws</li>
<li>To follow up and supervise contractual terms, filing deadlines and due dates</li>
<li>To maintain contract management</li>
<li>To follow and inform about relevant legal developments sufficiently in advance e.g. (new laws, relevant jurisprudence provide legal advice)</li>
</ul>
Legal Documentation and Advisory
<ul>
<li>To represent the Company in defined legal proceedings</li>
<li>To manage and control approved external counsel in pending court proceedings including cost control</li>
<li>To assist in the settlement of legal cases through the negotiations and conclusion of settlement agreements</li>
<li>To draft Company&rsquo;s resolution under the guidance of the legal department at Swiss Headquarters</li>
<li>To support Legal Department of Swiss Headquarters with regard to special projects</li>
</ul>
Regulatory Compliance
<ul>
<li>To prepare, review and file all necessary company applications, registrations with local authorities, maintain complete record.</li>
<li>To represent the Company&rsquo;s interest before local authorities.</li>
</ul>
Risk Management and Mitigation
<ul>
<li>Carry out regular risk assessments for new projects assigned and highlight any risks to the management prior to deployment</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Profile</h2><ul>
<li>High level of prioritizing, meet tight deadlines, high ability to work under pressure</li>
<li>Strong drafting, communication (written and verbal) and negotiating skills</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office</li>
<li>Self-motivated and a self-starter; quick learner for a multifaceted business</li>
<li>Strong problem-solving skills</li>
<li>Strong commercial sense to find practical solutions while legally waterproo</li>
<li>Flexible and positive attitude</li>
<li>&ldquo;There is always a solution&rdquo; attitude.</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Professional requirements</h2><ul>
<li>Master&rsquo;s degree in law</li>
<li>Lawyers license to practice law in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia</li>
<li>5-10 years of experience in law firm with 3 years in the corporate sector, including (experience in labour courts or as in-house counsel)</li>
<li>Familiarity with legal software and databases</li>
<li>Strong legal research and analytical skills</li>
<li>Commercial litigation experience</li>
<li>Commercial contract law, including drafting and reviewing agreements, as well as experience in distribution law, privacy law, tenancy law.</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Languages</h2>
Fluency in Arabic and English is essential</div>

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