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JEX Personnel

The Role
<br>Join a leading law firm in Riyadh as an Experienced Corporate & Commercial Lawyer, where you will play a pivotal role in delivering expert legal advice and solutions to our diverse corporate clientele. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex commercial transactions and corporate matters within a dynamic team environment. Responsibilities: - Provide comprehensive legal advice on corporate and commercial law matters to clients. - Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, agreements, and other legal documents. - Conduct due diligence and assist in corporate transactions including mergers and acquisitions. - Ensure compliance with Saudi Arabian corporate laws and regulations. - Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to support transactional and regulatory requirements. - Stay updated on legal developments relevant to corporate and commercial law in the region. - Represent clients in negotiations and support dispute resolution processes as needed.
<br><br>
Requirements
<br><ul>
<li>Ideally fully qualified in a recognised jurisdiction. - Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution; advanced qualifications are a plus. - Proven experience as a Corporate & Commercial Lawyer, preferably within a reputable law firm. - Strong knowledge of Saudi Arabian corporate and commercial laws and regulations. - Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. - Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Fluency in English and Arabic - Professional demeanour with a client-focused attitude and strong work ethic.</li>
</ul>
About the company
<br>Executive search involves working with a third party, such as JEX Personnel. Executive search is relationship driven. JEX Personnel will work closely with you to understand the requirements of the role. It is a research-led approach, meaning a search firm will be paid a retainer fee upfront to carry out analyse the marketplace and benchmark for skills/roles and salaries. A search firm will tend to have extensive knowledge of and access to board directors and senior executives across industries and functions, allowing them to build a large pool of top executive talent

Senior Corporate & Commercial Lawyer - Leading Law Firm

Calvin James Recruitment

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 <p>
  <strong>
   Senior Legal Counsel
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  We are seeking a highly skilled, seasoned, and Arabic-speaking senior contract lawyer to join our Global Contract Team. The successful candidate will draft, review, negotiate, and advise on complex technology transactions.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Responsibilities:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Draft, review, and negotiate complex technology agreements.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide practical, business-oriented advice on technology risk, data/privacy, cybersecurity, export controls, and regulatory issues in KSA.
  </li>
  <li>
   Contribute to the continuous improvement of tech contract templates.
  </li>
  <li>
   Coordinate with subject matter experts on country-specific technology issues.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Requirements:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Law degree (JD/LLB/LLM) from a recognised institution in EMEA
  </li>
  <li>
   8+ years PQE in commercial contracting.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven track record negotiating high-value KSA-based and multi-jurisdictional technology deals.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong stakeholder management, communication, and drafting skills in fast-paced, international tech environments.
  </li>
  <li>
   Fluency in English and Arabic
  </li>
 </ul>
</div>


Senior Legal Counsel

CapeClarke

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Dispute resolution Partner
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <em>
   An international Law firm are looking to bolster their Riyadh office with the hire of a disputes partner
  </em>
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  The firm already have a successful and broad disputes offering in UAE and are now looking to replicate this in Saudi Arabia
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  We would be interested in speaking with applicants who have strong knowledge and experience of the local market within disputes - litigation / arbitration
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  The ideal applicant would be a Saudi qualified lawyer but we would encourage anyone with local experience to get in touch
 </p>
</div>


Dispute Resolution Partner

Hewlett Packard Enterprise | HPE

<div>Region Counsel<p><br>
</p>This role has been designed as &lsquo;&rsquo;Onsite&rsquo; with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>
Who We Are:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today&rsquo;s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what&rsquo;s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><p><b>
Job Description:</b></p><p><br>
</p><p>HPE's Legal Department applies legal knowledge to complex business transactions. Our mission is to contribute to HPE's success by providing proactive, practical and timely legal advice and contractual support to enable our clients to achieve profitable growth and customer satisfaction. An integral part of HPE, Legal works in areas such as Intellectual Property, Mergers and Acquisitions, Ethics, Antitrust, Commercial Law and Litigation to name but a few.<br>
<br>
Job Description<br>
The suitable candidate will be an experienced commercial lawyer who can negotiate and execute key customer transactions for our expanding IT infrastructure and services business in our Middle East Country Group; the most significant country for HPE in the Country Group being Saudi Arabi.<br>
<br>
This role will focus on supporting our Sales Organisation and our Business Unit&rsquo;s (which includes our Compute, HPC &amp; AI, Networking &amp; Hybrid Cloud Services business units) on their most complex and important customer contracts, providing a high quality and efficient service to the business.<br>
<br>
The ideal candidate will have excellent commercial legal skills, be a strong communicator, a team player and thrive in a fast-paced environment which focuses on innovation, execution and customers.<br>
<br>
The candidate will also be able to cover ad-hoc legal queries and provide succinct advice to the business on contractual disputes as well as be able to deal with a variety of legal issues on corporate transactions, regulatory, IT and technology matters.<br>
<br>
The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment and will support colleagues on challenging legal transactions and will share knowledge and invest in the HPE business and our legal team. A focus on innovation, technology and culture are at the heart of the UKIMEA and wider HPE legal team.<br>
<br>
About the candidate<br>
Qualified Lawyer.<br>
Minimum 8+ years of professional experience in law (albeit those candidates with less experience but with the right potential will also be considered).<br>
Experience and training with a top tier firm.<br>
Education, training and/or experience from any US and/or UK institutions is an advantage.<br>
Fluent in spoken and written English &amp; Arabic<br>
Experience in commercial transactions.<br>
Experience working in a western based multi-national company is an advantage.<br>
<br>
Team<br>
Our Geography Legal team sits across HPE&rsquo;s UKIMEA Geography and this role will report directly to the Senior Director &amp; Associate General Counsel of UKIMEA based in UK.<br>
<br>
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Values<br>
Extensive social benefits, flexible working hours, a competitive salary and shared values, make Hewlett Packard Enterprise one of the world&acute;s most attractive employers. At HPE our goal is to provide equal opportunities, work-life balance and constantly evolving career opportunities.</p><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>
Additional Skills:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Accountability, Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning, Active Listening, Bias, Business, Coaching, Computer Literacy, Conflict Resolution, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Law, Legal Consulting, Legal Practices, Legal Risk, Legal Support, Long Term Planning {+ 5 more}<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>
What We Can Offer You:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p><b>
Health &amp; Wellbeing</b></p><p>
We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.</p><p></p><p><b>
Personal &amp; Professional Development</b></p><p>
We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have &mdash; whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.</p><p></p><p><b>
Unconditional Inclusion</b></p><p>
We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.</p><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>
Let's Stay Connected:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>
Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.
</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><p><b>Job:</b></p>
Legal<p><b>
Job Level:</b></p>
Master<p><br>
</p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p><b>
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.</b></p><p><br>
</p><p>HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>No Fees Notice &amp; Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer</b></p><p></p><p><i><br>
It has come to HPE&rsquo;s attention that there has been an increase in recruitment fraud whereby scammer impersonate HPE or HPE-authorized recruiting agencies and offer fake employment opportunities to candidates. These scammers often seek to obtain personal information or money from candidates.</i></p><p></p><p><i><br>
Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors </i><b><i>will never charge any candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. </i></b><i>The credentials of any hiring agency that claims to be working with HPE for recruitment of talent should be verified by candidates and candidates shall be solely responsible to conduct such verification. Any candidate/individual who relies on the erroneous representations made by fraudulent employment agencies does so at their own risk, and HPE disclaims liability for any damages or claims that may result from any such communication.</i></p></div>

Region Counsel

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

<div>
 This role has been designed as &lsquo;&rsquo;Onsite&rsquo; with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  <strong>
   Who We Are:
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </strong>
 </strong>
 Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today&rsquo;s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what&rsquo;s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  <strong>
   Job Description:
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </strong>
 </strong>
 HPE's Legal Department applies legal knowledge to complex business transactions. Our mission is to contribute to HPE's success by providing proactive, practical and timely legal advice and contractual support to enable our clients to achieve profitable growth and customer satisfaction. An integral part of HPE, Legal works in areas such as Intellectual Property, Mergers and Acquisitions, Ethics, Antitrust, Commercial Law and Litigation to name but a few.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Job Description
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 The suitable candidate will be an experienced commercial lawyer who can negotiate and execute key customer transactions for our expanding IT infrastructure and services business in our Middle East Country Group; the most significant country for HPE in the Country Group being Saudi Arabi.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 This role will focus on supporting our Sales Organisation and our Business Unit&rsquo;s (which includes our Compute, HPC &amp; AI, Networking &amp; Hybrid Cloud Services business units) on their most complex and important customer contracts, providing a high quality and efficient service to the business.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The ideal candidate will have excellent commercial legal skills, be a strong communicator, a team player and thrive in a fast-paced environment which focuses on innovation, execution and customers.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The candidate will also be able to cover ad-hoc legal queries and provide succinct advice to the business on contractual disputes as well as be able to deal with a variety of legal issues on corporate transactions, regulatory, IT and technology matters.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment and will support colleagues on challenging legal transactions and will share knowledge and invest in the HPE business and our legal team. A focus on innovation, technology and culture are at the heart of the UKIMEA and wider HPE legal team.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  About The Candidate
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Qualified Lawyer.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Minimum 8+ years of professional experience in law (albeit those candidates with less experience but with the right potential will also be considered).
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Experience and training with a top tier firm.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Education, training and/or experience from any US and/or UK institutions is an advantage.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Fluent in spoken and written English &amp; Arabic
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Experience in commercial transactions.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Experience working in a western based multi-national company is an advantage.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Team
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Our Geography Legal team sits across HPE&rsquo;s UKIMEA Geography and this role will report directly to the Senior Director &amp; Associate General Counsel of UKIMEA based in UK.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Hewlett Packard Enterprise Values
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Extensive social benefits, flexible working hours, a competitive salary and shared values, make Hewlett Packard Enterprise one of the world&acute;s most attractive employers. At HPE our goal is to provide equal opportunities, work-life balance and constantly evolving career opportunities.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  <strong>
   Additional Skills:
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </strong>
 </strong>
 Accountability, Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning, Active Listening, Bias, Business, Coaching, Computer Literacy, Conflict Resolution, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Law, Legal Consulting, Legal Practices, Legal Risk, Legal Support, Long Term Planning {+ 5 more}
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  <strong>
   What We Can Offer You:
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </strong>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Health &amp; Wellbeing
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Personal &amp; Professional Development
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have &mdash; whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Unconditional Inclusion
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  <strong>
   Let's Stay Connected:
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </strong>
 </strong>
 Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  <strong>
   Job:
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </strong>
 </strong>
 Legal
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  <strong>
   Job Level:
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </strong>
 </strong>
 Master
 <br/>
 <br/>
 HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  No Fees Notice &amp; Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <em>
  It has come to HPE&rsquo;s attention that there has been an increase in recruitment fraud whereby scammer impersonate HPE or HPE-authorized recruiting agencies and offer fake employment opportunities to candidates. These scammers often seek to obtain personal information or money from candidates.
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </em>
 <em>
  Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors
  <strong>
   will never charge any candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process.
  </strong>
  The credentials of any hiring agency that claims to be working with HPE for recruitment of talent should be verified by candidates and candidates shall be solely responsible to conduct such verification. Any candidate/individual who relies on the erroneous representations made by fraudulent employment agencies does so at their own risk, and HPE disclaims liability for any damages or claims that may result from any such communication.
 </em>
</div>


Pearson

<div>
 <strong>
  About The Role
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced senior lawyer to join our dynamic legal team. Reporting to the Senior Director, the Legal Director - MENAT will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing Pearson&rsquo;s affairs within the MENAT region and will be responsible for providing expert advice and support on a wide range of legal and compliance matters. The Legal Director - MENAT will work closely with senior management and other internal stakeholders to manage legal risk, protect Pearson&rsquo;s interests and support strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience of working internationally, and particular experience and a deep understanding of the MENAT region&rsquo;s legal and cultural landscape. Whilst the main focus of the role will be the MENAT region, the Legal Director - MENAT will also support on a broader scope of work (including across the wider EMEA region) as required.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Key Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  An overview of the roles scope and focus:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Legal Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor and provide high-quality, accurate and timely legal advice to senior management and key stakeholders on a diverse range of legal and strategic matters, including contracts, commercial matters, corporate governance, intellectual property, product launches, partnerships and market expansions.
  </li>
  <li>
   Commercial contracts: Draft, negotiate and proactively manage complex commercial arrangements whilst ensuring compliance with applicable laws and best practices. You will have broad experience of drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, sales and distribution agreements, marketing agreements and other legal documents, and supporting on government tenders.
  </li>
  <li>
   Risk management: Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international laws, including proactively monitoring developments in laws, regulations, industry trends and best practices, and providing training and advice to business teams on the same. Identify and assess legal risks across business operations and offer proactive advice and mitigation strategies to manage risk.
  </li>
  <li>
   Specialist legal support &ndash; Provide specialist legal support (including data privacy, disputes, IPR, labour law, marketing and advertising rules) to local business teams (such as HR, tax, finance and marketing) as required and work collaboratively with Pearson subject-matter experts where necessary.
  </li>
  <li>
   Compliance: Partner with Pearson&rsquo;s Global Compliance Office and act as Local Compliance officer for the MENAT region, including by providing training (on topics such as anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions and anti-trust) and supporting the implementation of Pearson policies.
  </li>
  <li>
   Corporate governance: Act as a local governance representative for Pearson companies in the MENAT region. Ensure the company&rsquo;s corporate governance practices are aligned with regional regulations, best practices, and internal policies.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  What We Are Looking For
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to managing risk and advising the business.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop relationships through the organisation and influence and collaborate effectively with a broad range of teams.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to clearly explain complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong leadership skills, ethical standards and professional integrity. Sets high standards of performance for self and others and demonstrates composure and resilience under difficult and challenging circumstances.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  </li>
  <li>
   Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) is required.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Experience &amp; Qualification
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   A law degree or equivalent legal qualification from a reputable university. Licence to practice law in a relevant jurisdiction.
  </li>
  <li>
   At least 8&ndash;10 years of experience as a legal professional.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience of operating internationally, including particular experience and knowledge of the MENAT region and its legal systems, regulations and ways of working.
  </li>
  <li>
   In-house counsel experience required. Law firm training and experience of working across several jurisdictions highly preferred.
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrated experience of the areas listed, including supporting complex commercial arrangements, and advising senior business stakeholders on a broad range of legal and compliance matters in the MENAT region.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Who We Are
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Job:
 </strong>
 Legal
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Job Family:
 </strong>
 ENTERPRISE
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Organization:
 </strong>
 Corporate Legal
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Schedule:
 </strong>
 FULL_TIME
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Workplace Type
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Req ID:
 </strong>
 21445
</div>


Director, General Attorney

CMS MENA

<div>
 We invite applications from exceptional candidates for the position of Senior Associate (6+PQE) within our Corporate practice in Saudi Arabia.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  About The Role
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 This role presents a great opportunity to join a growing team with an extensive track record of delivering top-tier legal services to a varied and prestigious client base. The team handles a wide variety of work involving corporate, commercial and competition law matters including incorporating legal entities, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, commercial agency, distribution and franchising, commercial contracts as well as corporate restructurings and liquidations. A broad range of sectors are covered including the advertising and media, education, healthcare, trade, transport and logistic sectors.
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 As part of our team, the chosen candidate will have the benefit of a supportive and collaborative environment in which to develop their expertise, refine their strategic thinking, and cultivate lasting professional relationships. In addition, joining us provides exposure to a broad array of sophisticated legal mandates from both Saudi-based and international clients, enabling the successful applicant to enhance their skillset and accelerate the development of their career in one of the fastest growing legal markets across the globe.
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  About You
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 We will invest in your ongoing training and development to support your professional goals and help you to thrive in your role from day one. The successful candidate will be driven by excellence, possess a deep commitment to professional development, thrive in a team environment, and demonstrate an ambition that matches the firm&rsquo;s own dedication to growth and innovation.
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 The ideal individual will have outstanding academic credentials and proven experience (6+PQE) in a firm well regarded for providing corporate law services. A robust grasp of company law principles, combined with keen analytical ability, top level work ethic and meticulous attention to detail, is vital. M&amp;A, Capital Markets and IPO experience will all be beneficial to the role.
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 The successful candidate should exhibit readiness to advise on complex transactions, delivering creative, pragmatic, and commercially astute solutions. Furthermore, the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, coupled with a desire to forge new client connections and develop a broad practice, will be essential attributes for success within this role.
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 We foster a culture of mutual respect within the firm, and we are committed to ensuring that our people have every opportunity to excel. We offer a highly competitive remuneration package, along with exceptional prospects for career advancement, supporting those who strive for excellence in all facets of professional life. If you are an ambitious, motivated, and high-calibre lawyer seeking a position that will challenge, incentivise, and reward you, this is an outstanding chance to become an integral part of our team.
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 We are looking to appoint a Saudi/ GCC national to this role.
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  What&rsquo;s in it for you?
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 As a future facing firm, we take a bold, dynamic and agile approach to help clients of every size face the future with confidence. We empower and support our people to realise their ambitions through access to high quality, interesting and engaging work alongside a competitive package.
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 Please note that we have a preferred agency panel in place. Only applications submitted via the portal at the point of instruction will be accepted.
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