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The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Manager to oversee contracts and corporate affairs within our manufacturing operations in Jeddah. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring legal compliance, managing contract negotiations, and supporting corporate governance to safeguard the company's interests and promote sustainable growth. Responsibilities: - Draft, review, and negotiate contracts to ensure legal compliance and minimize risks. - Provide legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters. - Manage corporate affairs including liaising with regulatory bodies and ensuring adherence to legal requirements. - Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks related to contracts and corporate operations. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives with legal insights. - Monitor changes in legislation and industry trends to update policies accordingly. - Lead and manage the legal team focused on contracts and corporate affairs. - Report regularly to senior management on legal issues, risks, and developments impacting the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) required; advanced degree or certification is a plus. - Minimum of 7 years' experience in legal management within the manufacturing or related industry. - FIDIC and Saudi Bar Association legal certification are required - Proficient knowledge of Saudi Arabian commercial, corporate, and contract law. - Strong negotiation and drafting skills with attention to detail. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage internal and external stakeholders. - Ability to work independently and lead a legal team under pressure. - Fluent in English and Arabic, both spoken and written. - Proactive approach with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

About the company

Elbait is a boutique type of executive search & recruitment management consulting firm based in Dubai. The unique understanding about the market needs, cultural awareness and professionalism enable the firm to offer its services to diversified portfolio of clients that operates in the ME region. Elbait is committed to seek the most suitable professionals on international, regional as well as national basis. Elbait committed to have well-defined partnership with Clients to meet their talent acquisition and executive needs on both Practice and Function basis. In addition, it committed to ensure remarkable contribution to the welfare of Stake-holders, Clients and Job-seekers. Industries: - FMCG, Consumer goods & retail - Construction, Engineering, Oil & Gas, infrastructure (technical & non-technical) - Automotive - Property Management & Real- Estate Functions across industries (other than above): - Sales & Marketing - HR & IT - Finance & Accounting

We're looking for a Legal Intern to join our team for a co-op term. This is a great opportunity for a law student to gain real-world experience working with an in-house legal team. You'll support our with legal research, drafting documents, and helping with day-to-day legal tasks.

Responsibility:

• Research legal issues and write short memos
• Review and help draft contracts and other legal documents
• Support the team with internal policies and compliance work
• Help organize legal files and documents
• Join meetings and take notes when needed
• Stay up to date on laws and regulations that affect our business

Necessary Knowledge and Experience:

• Currently enrolled in a law school or legal studies program
• Strong English reading and writing skills
• Strong writing and research skills
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Good communication skills
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and legal research tools

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide comprehensive legal advice and support on transactions and commercial matters.

2. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.

3. Identify and assess legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.

4. Advise on compliance with local and international laws and regulations.

5. Work closely with senior management and business units to ensure legal requirements are met.

6. Conduct legal research and analysis on relevant topics.

7. Represent the company in legal proceedings and negotiations.

8. Stay up-to-date with changes in the legal landscape and industry trends.

9. Develop and maintain strong relationships with external legal advisors and partners.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a Saudi law school.

• Strong academic record and a passion for the legal profession.

• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Highlights:

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We Are Hiring – Legal Specialist | Defense Industry (Saudi Nationals Only)

One of the leading organizations in the
Defense sector
is looking for a highly skilled
Legal Specialist
to join their team in Saudi Arabia.

Key Requirements
:

• Saudi Nationals
  only
• 6–12 years of experience in Legal Advisory/Contracts/Compliance
• Strong background in
  Defense, Military, Land Defense, or related sectors
• Expertise in reviewing contracts, handling regulatory compliance, and providing legal counsel within highly regulated industries

What We Offer
:

• Opportunity to work with a leading Defense organization shaping projects
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Career growth in a strategic and high-impact role

Note: Applications are strictly
with Defense/Land Defense background
.

About FlyAkeed:

FlyAkeed is an online platform that helps people book flights and hotels easily. We started in 2017 and are based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Our travel solution simplifies the process of planning and handling work-related travel.

Highlights:

Current funding stage: Series A

FlyAkeed is supported by: PIF subsidiary Sanabil Investments, Elm, Artal Capital, Alrajhi Partners.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Legal Senior Specialist - Contracts to join our team at FlyAkeed. In this role, you will be responsible for providing legal support in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and supporting the company in managing its contractual obligations. You will play a key role in minimizing risks, safeguarding the company's interests, and ensuring effective contract management processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate various types of contracts and agreements in line with company policies and objectives.
• Ensure all contracts are legally sound and aligned with the company's compliance framework.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Provide advice and recommendations for management on contract risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate with internal departments (Finance, Operations, etc.) to align contract terms with business needs.
• Maintain organized records of contracts and monitor deadlines, renewals, and obligations.
• Conduct legal due diligence on contractual terms to safeguard the company's interests.
• Support in resolving contractual disputes or issues in collaboration with the legal team.
• Stay updated on changes in relevant laws, regulations, and industry practices.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, preferably in Commercial Law or Contract Management.
• Previous experience working in the corporate sector with proven expertise in legal contract review and compliance.
• +3 years of professional experience and minimum of 1 year in a relevant role.
• Strong knowledge of related systems and regulations, including: Saudi Companies Law, Government Tenders and Procurement Law and Commercial Courts Law.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex terms clearly.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Fluency in Arabic and English.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

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Job Description
Parsons is seeking a highly skilled and experienced
Senior Legal Counsel
to join our team in Riyadh.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 12 years of experience working with international law firms or as in-house counsel for multinational companies. This role requires a strong background in reviewing tenders, advising on risks, negotiating contracts, managing disputes, overseeing external counsel, and ensuring compliance with corporate governance standards.

What You'll Be Doing;

• Review and analyze tender documents to identify legal and contractual risks, and provide strategic advice to mitigate them.
• Negotiate and draft complex contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure alignment with company policies and objectives.
• Provide legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters.
• Manage disputes, including overseeing litigation and arbitration processes, and liaising with external counsel as needed.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements and advise on best practices.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company's operations and provide proactive guidance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives while minimizing legal risks.

What Required Skills You'll Bring;

• A law degree from a recognized university and admission to practice law in a relevant jurisdiction.
• A minimum of 12 years of post-qualification experience, with a combination of experience in international law firms and in-house roles for multinational companies.
• GCC Experience
• Proven expertise in contract negotiation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in the engineering, construction, or infrastructure sectors is a plus.
• Arabic language is a plus.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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Ensure effective legal and regulatory support by managing transactional matters, compliance, and documentation across local real estate products and fund structures. Align legal work with Shariah principles, ensure CMA compliance, and support asset transfer processes and strategic legal initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts including investment, joint venture, service, shareholder, sale and purchase, NDA, and other related agreements
• Ensure all legal documents are aligned with Sidra's business objectives and Shariah compliance standards.
• Draft, review, and amend the Terms and conditions (T&Cs) of investment funds in accordance with CMA regulations.
• Prepare and submit filings to regulatory authorities, including the CMA, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Conduct legal research on real estate and investment activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws and best practices.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure fund documentation is legally sound and strategically aligned.
• Manage the transfer of assets to the Fund's Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs).
• Oversee amendments to the SPVs' bylaws.
• Coordinate with notary offices to facilitate notarization of fund-related transactions.
• Maintain an organized filing system for legal documents and agreements.
• Translate legal documents between Arabic and English as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in real estate or investment sectors.
• Proficiency in both Arabic and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Sidra Capital adheres to Saudi Arabia labor laws and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates, including individuals with disabilities. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where everyone is respected and valued.

Join Qiddiya Investment Company in the role of Legal Counsel II, where you will play a key part in driving the legal strategy for our innovative projects in entertainment and culture. This position is designed for a proactive and skilled legal professional with experience in corporate law and a passion for contributing to large-scale developments.

• Provide expert legal advice on a variety of matters, including corporate governance, compliance, and commercial contracts.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements to safeguard the company's interests.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support legal decisions and strategies.
• Collaborate with teams across the organization to identify potential legal issues and provide solutions.
• Assist in managing disputes, including liaising with external legal counsel as necessary.
• Stay current with legal developments and changes in the relevant regulatory environment.
• Facilitate training on legal best practices and compliance for internal departments.

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal degree from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a legal counsel role, preferably in the corporate or entertainment sectors.
• Strong expertise in corporate law and contract negotiation.
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Proficient in both Arabic and English, with strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Comprehensive benefits package

Job Description
Legal & Compliance Counsel Saudi Arabia will drive legal and compliance excellence at country level, through directly leading legal and compliance work and providing guidance in alignment with the strategy of the local business and the functional Legal & Compliance priorities.

Major Accountabilities

• Adopt a pro-active, business focused approach by:

• Leading compliance and risk management processes to drive business priorities while protecting the company and best serving our customers and patients

• Developing, refine, and adapt the ethics, risk and compliance program to meet evolving requirements and promote consistently high standards and operational excellence
• Providing legal advice and guidance to the business, as well as manage compliance with legal requirements.
• Acting as a true business partner, adopting a pro-active, business focused approach to negotiating and drafting transactions and contracts, assisting in management decision processes, and delivering robust risk assessments.
• Providing legal & compliance advice and determining appropriate actions/ processes in line with local strategy, local legal trends and legislation changes.
• Reviewing, drafting and management of agreements, memoranda of understanding, distribution agreement, service level agreements, sponsorship agreements, pharmacy marketing agreements etc.
• Supporting legal & compliance reporting, monitoring & training, incl. transparency reporting, dawn-raid training
• Supporting enterprise risk management, third party risk management, contract management, risk assessment management, contract management and CORE etc.
• Ensuring timely and high-quality analysis of legislation, legislation drafts and their potential impact on the business processes
• Providing effective legal counsel to assigned business teams within the Gulf and Saudi Arabia on all aspects of pharmaceuticals business
• Providing quality legal advice in areas including strategic partnerships, data and digital, business development and licensing, contracts, intellectual property and competition law
• Delivering day-to-day legal services including drafting, negotiating, and settling commercial agreements within the scope of the assigned business teams.
• Acting as a true business partner, adopting a pro-active, business focused approach to negotiating and drafting transactions and contracts, assisting in management decision processes, and delivering robust risk assessments.
• Acting independently in complex legal matters and transactions.
• Driving simplification and standardization projects and support the implementation of new tools and systems.

• Contributing to Gulf and Saudi Arabia legal initiatives.

• Consistently explore opportunities to improve and strengthen the culture of compliance, looking for ways of addressing risks in an efficient and agile manner.

• Responsible for anticipating, identifying and analysing legal issues and the development of legal strategies and solutions. Continuously monitor developments in the business, local market and legal/regulatory regime to adequately assess legal risks and opportunities for Sandoz and propose concrete actions to mitigate risks and exploit opportunities.

Key Performance Indicators

• Internal stakeholder satisfaction with amount, appropriateness, and timeliness of legal support provided (i.e. pragmatic and principled, reliable, fast, customer oriented)
• Strong, collaborative leadership displayed, influencing outside area of direct responsibility with business acumen and excellent communication
• Successful enforcement/defence of contracts within Gulf and Saudi
• Full integration into the legal and compliance team and strong collaboration with key business stakeholders
• Strong cross-functional collaboration
• Successful outcomes to significant investigations & litigations

Minimum Requirements

• Law school graduate & bar qualification /licensed attorney
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic is essential.
• 6 years post qualification experience required: ideally gained within a healthcare / pharmaceutical environment, and/or, with a top-tier law firm representing healthcare.
• Proven experience in providing specialized legal advice
• Prior experience in pharmaceuticals or healthcare industry is desirable.
• Experience in working in the Gulf and Saudi markets is preferable
• Ability to analyse complex legal and compliance issues.
• Strong verbal & written communication skills; together with a high ability to influence and negotiate.
• Proven ability to deal positively when working within tight time pressures & demanding clients.
• Financial/business acumen and business partnering skills
• Demonstrate professional & culturally sensitive work ethics
• Change agility and resilience
• Strong analytical and organisational skills.
• Results oriented mentality i.e. "ability to get things done" avoiding legal "over engineering" while safeguarding Sandoz rights.
• Ability to question and improve the status quo.
• Ability to set priorities and manage a wide ranging workload.

Why Sandoz?
Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, provided more than 900 million patient treatments across 100+ countries in 2024 and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more

With investments in new development capabilities, production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.

Our momentum is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills, experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is supported

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