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Jameson Legal

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 Senior Legal Counsel- Projects/Infrastructure &ndash; Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 
 
 Our client is a well-established and prominent organisation in Saudi Arabia, involved in large-scale projects across construction, infrastructure, and related services, contributing to the Kingdom&rsquo;s growth and development. They are instrumental in advancing the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
 
 
 
 
 
 Due to their continuous expansion, they are currently seeking to hire a highly skilled Legal Counsel with a minimum of 6 years of experience in the projects sector. The ideal candidate will have expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, EPC/O&amp;M agreements, and project documentation. The role also involves leading legal discussions with partners, contractors, clients, and external counsel, including PPP and other construction project transactions.
 
 
 
 
 
 Candidates qualified in any jurisdiction are welcome to apply, provided they have substantial legal experience in the projects field. Experience within the Saudi region is essential. While Arabic language skills are not mandatory, they are highly preferred.
 
 
 
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Senior Legal Counsel

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 Senior Tax Counsel, Energy Sector- Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Jameson Legal has been mandated to find an experienced lawyer to join our globally renowned client as a Senior Tax Counsel in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Our client is respected as a market leader with an impressive worldwide presence. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced lawyer to become part of an elite in-house legal department.
 
 
 
 
 
 As the organisations in-house tax team is busier than ever, due to the company's exponential growth the team is now seeking a tax attorney with a minimum of six years experience. This experience should have come from US law firms, the Big 4, or the in-house tax department of multinational corporations. The successful candidate will need to have an adept understanding of the intricacies of tax regulations.
 
 
 
 
 
 In addition to providing extensive support and strategic legal counsel to internal stakeholders, this function entails analysis, opinion preparation, tax-efficient project structuring, and management team consultation on complex legal and tax matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 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.
 
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Delta Executive Search

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 Background:
 
 
 
 Our client, a leading institutional investor with one of the largest and most diversified portfolios in the GCC, is seeking to appoint a
 
 General Counsel
 
 to lead its legal function, based in
 
 Riyadh
 
 . Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a senior executive position with broad responsibility for all legal matters related to the company&rsquo;s investment transactions, operations, and governance.
 
 
 
 
 
 Operating at the forefront of the Kingdom&rsquo;s long-term economic transformation, the organisation plays a pivotal role in both Saudi and international markets, with exposure across public and private asset classes. The General Counsel will serve as a trusted advisor to the Board and executive leadership, oversee internal and external counsel, and ensure robust compliance across jurisdictions.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Lead all legal aspects of complex investment transactions including M&amp;A, joint ventures, fund formation, and structured finance.
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 Act as the principal legal advisor to the Board, CEO, CIOs, and Committees on corporate, investment, governance, and regulatory matters.
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 Negotiate and coordinate with international and local law firms to ensure high-quality legal support across diverse sectors and jurisdictions.
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 Ensure robust governance, compliance, and control frameworks that support high-velocity investment execution.
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 Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant Saudi, GCC, and international laws and regulatory developments.
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 Build and mentor a high-performing legal team and foster a culture of commercial awareness and legal excellence.
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 Support key strategic partnerships with sovereign funds, corporates, and financial institutions both locally and globally.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Ideal Candidate Profile:
 
 
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 Strong expertise in cross-border M&amp;A, corporate finance, private equity, and public equity structures.
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 Currently serving as General Counsel, Chief Legal Officer, or Head of Legal at a major investment institution, sovereign fund, or financial group (this role is not a developmental step-up).
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 At least 10+ years of legal experience, including time at a leading international law firm or in-house within a fund, asset manager, or capital arm of a bank.
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 Qualified lawyer in a recognized jurisdiction (e.g., Saudi Arabia, UK, US, Canada, etc.); Saudi legal accreditation preferred.
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 Experience spanning both international and Saudi legal frameworks, with deep familiarity with CMA, SAMA, and MISA. Direct transactional experience in Saudi Arabia is essential.
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 Fluent in Arabic and English, with the ability to operate seamlessly in both legal and business contexts.
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 A track record of leadership in respected institutions with evidence of stability and long-term value creation
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 </ul>
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General Counsel (Chief Legal Officer), Sovereign Institutional Investor - Riyadh

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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General Counsel

Tamara

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 About Us
 
 
 
 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.
 
 
 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.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented
 
 Legal Operations - Senior Associate
 
 to join our in-house legal team.
 
 
 In this role, you will be the backbone of our Legal Department, managing and optimizing all of our backend processes, systems, and information to ensure the team operates efficiently and effectively.
 
 
 This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on building and improving systems in a fast-paced and innovative environment.
 
 
 Your Responsibilities
 
 
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 Implement and manage streamlined processes and workflows for all Legal Department activities &ndash; including contract management, matter tracking, litigation support, billing, and external counsel management.
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 Implement and manage the Legal Department&rsquo;s technology solutions to optimise efficiency and manage SLAs.
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 Oversee the Legal Department&rsquo;s organizing and archiving of all legal documents and certificates.
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 Assist with the Legal Department&rsquo;s budget, billing, and external counsel management.
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 Support with data analytics and reporting to the Legal Department and senior leadership on department performance.
 
 
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 </ul>
 Your Expertise
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree.
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 3-4 years work experience.
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 Experience in admin, business development, front of house, office management, procurement, or GRC roles.
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 Fluent in English and Arabic &ndash; written and spoken.
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 Worked in either a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
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 Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
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 Is organised and detail-oriented, has strong communication and interpersonal skills, and is able to analyze complex data, identify trends, and support data-driven decisions.
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 </ul>
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Legal Operations Senior Associate

Confidential Government

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 Job Summary:
 
 The Senior Legal Specialist plays a key role in providing advanced legal counsel, with a strong focus on contract management and policy development within the government sector. This role requires in-depth legal expertise, particularly in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, as well as formulating and updating internal policies in alignment with national regulations and public sector standards. The specialist ensures legal compliance and supports decision-making at the organizational level.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, MOUs, and agreements in compliance with applicable government regulations.
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 Develop, review, and update internal policies and procedures to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory frameworks.
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 Provide legal advice and guidance to internal departments on contractual obligations, risks, and legal interpretations.
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 Monitor and interpret changes in relevant laws, regulations, and government directives and assess their impact on the organization.
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 Ensure organizational practices are compliant with procurement laws, administrative law, labor law, and related government policies.
 </li>
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 Collaborate with executive leadership in the development and implementation of governance and compliance strategies.
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 Prepare legal reports, memoranda, risk assessments, and formal correspondence.
 </li>
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 Support the resolution of legal disputes and coordinate with external counsel when necessary.
 </li>
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 Participate in committees, working groups, and meetings related to legal affairs, contract strategy, and policy formulation.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications and Requirements:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university; Master&rsquo;s degree or legal license is preferred.
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 Minimum of 5 years of professional legal experience, specifically in contract law and policy development within the government sector.
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 Strong knowledge of public sector procurement regulations, administrative law, and governance frameworks.
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 Proven track record in drafting and negotiating government contracts and developing institutional policies.
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 Excellent legal writing, research, and analysis skills.
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 High level of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment in handling sensitive legal matters.
 </li>
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 Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
 </li>
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 Proficiency in legal software tools and Microsoft Office applications.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
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Senior Legal Specialist

Talent House Co.

About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Advisor (PPP &amp; Investments) to join its Legal and Compliance Department in Riyadh.The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of experience working in the projects, infrastructure, or investment sectors, either in a top-tier law firm or within a reputable in-house legal team. This role is ideal for a professional who is comfortable leading complex project negotiations, managing PPP structures, and advising on high-value investment transactions within Saudi Arabia and internationally.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents including contracts, MoUs, JDAs, EPC/O&amp;M agreements, and project documentation.</li><li>Lead JDA discussions and negotiations from a legal standpoint with partners, contractors, and clients.</li><li>Coordinate with external local and international counsel on all project documentation, legal due diligence, and company incorporation matters related to PPP and construction projects.</li><li>Lead negotiations and reviews of EPC/O&amp;M term sheets and related project documentation.</li><li>Support the commercial and business development teams in all project-related legal discussions and transactions.</li><li>Lead legal aspects of financing negotiations, including coordination with sponsors&rsquo; and lenders&rsquo; counsels.</li><li>Prepare risk matrices for internal committees in collaboration with commercial and BD teams.</li><li>Review advisory engagements, NDAs, MoUs, and similar agreements received from third parties.</li><li>Advise on M&amp;A transactions, including drafting and negotiating SPAs, SHAs, and related deal documentation.</li><li>Oversee litigation management (if applicable) in coordination with external counsel.</li><li>Support legal aspects of financing, security creation, and perfection documentation.</li><li>Provide legal advice on operational and compliance matters.</li><li>Maintain well-organized and up-to-date legal records and documentation.</li><li>Prepare reports, memos, and presentations for senior management.</li><li>Support and advise on all legal matters assigned by the GCLCO.</li></ul>QualificationsEducation &amp; Certification<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized university.</li><li>Postgraduate legal education (LL.M. or equivalent) from a reputable foreign university preferred.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Minimum 6 years of relevant legal experience in the projects, infrastructure, or investment sectors.</li><li>Proven experience with PPP projects, non-recourse financing, EPC/O&amp;M contracts, and cross-border transactions.</li><li>Prior experience within the GCC or other international regimes is strongly preferred.</li></ul>Required Skills<ul><li>Strong knowledge of construction law, contract law, PPP frameworks, and Saudi labour and regulatory laws.</li><li>Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.</li><li>Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical, business-focused solutions.</li><li>Highly organized with exceptional time management skills.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.</li><li>Bilingual proficiency (Arabic and English) preferred but not mandatory.</li></ul>Additional Information<ul><li>This is not an administrative or clerical position.</li><li>Remote work is not permitted; the role is office-based in Riyadh.</li><li>Preference will be given to candidates with prior PPP, infrastructure, and investment experience, particularly within Saudi Arabia or the GCC region.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: &#65020;35,000.00 - &#65020;40,000.00 per month

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