252 Legal Internship jobs in Saudi Arabia

Role Description

To provide administrative and technical support to the Legal Department by assisting in the preparation and review of contracts and legal memoranda, following up on legal cases and regulatory procedures, and ensuring the proper organization and archiving of legal documents in accordance with Saudi laws. The role contributes to protecting the company's interests and ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and revising contracts and agreements under supervision.
• Prepare legal memoranda, official correspondences, and periodic reports.
• Follow up on cases and claims with external parties and judicial authorities (Najiz, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Commerce, government entities, etc.).
• Organize and archive legal files electronically and physically according to the approved filing system.
• Track court hearing dates and legal notifications, ensuring timely reporting.
• Prepare summaries of laws and regulations related to the company's business activities and update the legal database periodically.
• Support compliance and governance functions by reviewing internal documents to ensure alignment with Saudi regulations.
• Coordinate communication between the Legal Department and other departments, and assist with contract and legal approval requests.
• Translate legal documents (Arabic/English) when required.
• Perform any other related tasks assigned by the Legal Department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Law or Legal Studies.
• Preferably 1–3 years of experience in corporate legal work.
• Good knowledge of Saudi laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).
• Strong skills in legal analysis, drafting official correspondence, and time management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Najiz platform, and other government systems.

The Role

The Opportunity: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Secretary to join the Riyadh office of a renowned international law firm. This award-winning firm is looking for a dynamic and organised individual to support a team of 10, including the Office Managing Partner. This role promises a variety of tasks across multiple practice areas such as Banking, Corporate, and Dispute Resolution. Key Responsibilities: Calendar Management: Efficiently manage calendars and schedule appointments for Partners and Associates. Document Preparation: Assist in preparing legal documents including briefs, agreements, and contracts. Meeting Coordination: Organise meetings and conferences, both internally and with clients. Legal Processing: Prepare and process legal forms and documents, ensuring timely filing with courts and government agencies. Client Interaction: Handle client inquiries and communications, providing exceptional service in person, by phone, or via email. Case Management: Maintain accurate records and manage case files with precision. Legal Research: Conduct necessary legal research to support the team. Additional Duties: Perform other administrative tasks as needed.

Requirements

Requirements: Experience: Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within a law firm setting. Language Skills: Fluency in Arabic is desirable, but not essential. Organisational Skills: Excellent organisational and time management skills are a must. Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software. Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Teamwork: Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team. Legal Knowledge: Understanding of legal terminology and procedures. Why Join This Firm? Be part of a vibrant, high-performing team in a prestigious global law firm. Enjoy a dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is supported. This firm offers competitive remuneration and the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging legal matters.

About the company

Barratt Galvin is an Australian based business providing recruitment solutions from a global perspective. Drawing on our networks throughout Australia, the Middle East and the UK we are able to utilise our extensive experience recruiting locally within each region as well as facilitating international moves when the need arises. Our experience spans small boutiques right through to mid to top tier and global firms, as well as in-house legal departments and not for profit organisations. We recruit across a broad range of roles including: Lawyer Paralegal Legal Secretary EA/PA HR Administration/Office Support Please note, applicants are advised only to apply to Barratt Galvins job opportunities through the GulfTalent portal. All direct applications will be deleted.

About Mozn
Mozn is a rapidly growing technology firm revolutionising the field of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and it's working to realise Vision 2030 with a proven track record of excellence in supporting and growing the tech ecosystem in Saudi Arabia and the GCC region. Mozn is the trusted AI technology partner for some of the largest government organizations, as well as many large corporations and startups.

We are in an exciting stage of scaling the company to provide AI-powered products and solutions both locally and globally that ensure the growth and prosperity of our digital humanity. It is an exciting time to work in the field of AI to create a long-lasting impact.

About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Legal Director/Head of Legal to lead and scale the legal team, driving strategic legal initiatives to support the organisation's rapid growth.

What You'll Do

• Work closely with the Executive team and report to the Group CFO.
• Lead and manage the Legal Department, including mentoring and supervising a team of at least two legal professionals.
• Oversee all legal matters including commercial contracts, employment law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including SaaS contracts, licensing, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
• Provide strategic legal counsel to executive leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi laws and regulations, including labor, commercial, and data protection laws.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings and liaise with external counsel as needed.
• Develop and implement legal policies, procedures, and contract management systems.
• Support corporate structuring, M&A, and investment activities.
• Maintain and update legal documentation and company records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law; Master's or legal certification is a plus.
• Minimum 10 years of total legal experience, with at least 5 years in Saudi Arabia
• Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written)
• Proven experience leading a Legal team of 2 or more
• Strong knowledge of the Saudi legal and regulatory frameworks
• Experience in technology, Software or SaaS sectors.
• Familiarity with enterprise SaaS contracts and licensing models is a strong plus

Preferred Attributes

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
• Excellent negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Strong ethical standards and integrity

Overview

Delivery of all legal services (directly and using external resources, where approved) for the zone.

Oversight and delivery of all legal services in domestic and international bids with a specific focus on commercial contract review (including distributor agreements), with strong collaboration and coordination with the Legal Team in the Region.

Provide quality and timely legal advice to the business on a day-to-day basis in areas such as:

• General Commercial transactions
• Assisting Business by guiding them in terms of Saudi Law
• Employment and safety
• Product and quality issues
• Data Protection

Operate as a valued and integral member of the GLD and as a key business partner to provide high quality legal services and strategic legal support and advice.

Negotiate contracts and deals on behalf of the company.

Support the Compliance Central team by implementing internal governance policies, proofreading policies, and conducting investigations on ethical concerns and misconduct in the country.

Claims and litigation oversight and reporting.

Managing external resources.

• Support transversal activities with local implementation within the zone.
• Provide reasonable assistance to other members of the Regions as requested by Legal Management.
• Guide managers and ensure compliance with rules and regulations.

• Fully qualified lawyer authorized to practice law in Saudi Arabia
• Seven to eight (7/8) or more years’ relevant post-qualification experience, ideally in an in-house environment and preferably in a Construction, Oil & Energy, or Renewables & Environment sector.
• Native in Arabic
• Fluent in English
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

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Delivery of all legal services (directly and using external resource, where approved) for the zone.

• Oversight and delivery all legal services in domestic and international bids with a specific focus in commercial contract review (including distributor agreements), strong collaboration and coordination with the Legal Team in the Region.
• Provide quality and timely legal advice to the business on a day to day basis in areas such as:

• General Commercial transactions,
• assisting Business by guiding them in terms of Saudi Law
• Employment and safety and
• Product and quality issue.
• Data Protection

Operate as a valued & integral member of the GLD and as a key business partner to provide high quality legal services and strategic legal support and advice.

• Negotiate contracts and deals on behalf of the company.
• Support the Compliance Central team by implementing internal governance policies, policies proofreading and investigations on ethical concerns & misconduct in Country.
• Claims & Litigation oversight & reporting.
• Managing external resources

Collaboration.

• Support transversal activities with local implementation within the zone.
• Provide reasonable assistance to other members of the Regions as requested by the Legal Management.
• Guide managers and ensure compliance with rules and regulations.

Requirements:

• Fully qualified lawyer authorized to practice law in Saudi Arabia
• Seven - eight( 7 / 8) or more years’ relevant post qualification experience, ideally in an in-house environment & preferably in a Construction, Oil & Energy, or Renewables & Environment sector.
• Native in Arabic.
• Fluent in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

Schneider Electric is a global company with €36 billion revenue, +13% organic growth, and 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries. We are committed to inclusion and diversity, and we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance.

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

Delivery of all legal services (directly and using external resource, where approved) for the zone.

• Oversight and delivery all legal services in domestic and international bids with a specific focus in commercial contract review (including distributor agreements), strong collaboration and coordination with the Legal Team in the Region.
• Provide quality and timely legal advice to the business on a day to day basis in areas such as:

• General Commercial transactions,
• assisting Business by guiding them in terms of Saudi Law
• Employment and safety and
• Product and quality issue.
• Data Protection

Operate as a valued & integral member of the GLD and as a key business partner to provide high quality legal services and strategic legal support and advice.

• Negotiate contracts and deals on behalf of the company.
• Support the Compliance Central team by implementing internal governance policies, policies proofreading and investigations on ethical concerns & misconduct in Country.
• Claims & Litigation oversight & reporting.
• Managing external resources

Collaboration.

• Support transversal activities with local implementation within the zone.
• Provide reasonable assistance to other members of the Regions as requested by the Legal Management.
• Guide managers and ensure compliance with rules and regulations.

Requirements:

• Fully qualified lawyer authorized to practice law in Saudi Arabia
• Seven - eight( 7 / 8) or more years’ relevant post qualification experience, ideally in an in-house environment & preferably in a Construction, Oil & Energy, or Renewables & Environment sector.
• Native in Arabic.
• Fluent in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

Schneider Electric is a global company with €36 billion revenue, +13% organic growth, and 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries. We are committed to inclusion and diversity, and we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance.

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

Delivery of all legal services (directly and using external resource, where approved) for the zone.

• Oversight and delivery all legal services in domestic and international bids with a specific focus in commercial contract review (including distributor agreements), strong collaboration and coordination with the Legal Team in the Region.
• Provide quality and timely legal advice to the business on a day to day basis in areas such as:

• General Commercial transactions,
• assisting Business by guiding them in terms of Saudi Law
• Employment and safety and
• Product and quality issue.
• Data Protection

Operate as a valued & integral member of the GLD and as a key business partner to provide high quality legal services and strategic legal support and advice.

• Negotiate contracts and deals on behalf of the company.
• Support the Compliance Central team by implementing internal governance policies, policies proofreading and investigations on ethical concerns & misconduct in Country.
• Claims & Litigation oversight & reporting.
• Managing external resources

Collaboration.

• Support transversal activities with local implementation within the zone.
• Provide reasonable assistance to other members of the Regions as requested by the Legal Management.
• Guide managers and ensure compliance with rules and regulations.

Requirements:

• Fully qualified lawyer authorized to practice law in Saudi Arabia
• Seven - eight( 7 / 8) or more years’ relevant post qualification experience, ideally in an in-house environment & preferably in a Construction, Oil & Energy, or Renewables & Environment sector.
• Native in Arabic.
• Fluent in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

Schneider Electric is a global company with €36 billion revenue, +13% organic growth, and 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries. We are committed to inclusion and diversity, and we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance.

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

Delivery of all legal services (directly and using external resource, where approved) for the zone.

• Oversight and delivery all legal services in domestic and international bids with a specific focus in commercial contract review (including distributor agreements), strong collaboration and coordination with the Legal Team in the Region.
• Provide quality and timely legal advice to the business on a day to day basis in areas such as:

• General Commercial transactions,
• assisting Business by guiding them in terms of Saudi Law
• Employment and safety and
• Product and quality issue.
• Data Protection

Operate as a valued & integral member of the GLD and as a key business partner to provide high quality legal services and strategic legal support and advice.

• Negotiate contracts and deals on behalf of the company.
• Support the Compliance Central team by implementing internal governance policies, policies proofreading and investigations on ethical concerns & misconduct in Country.
• Claims & Litigation oversight & reporting.
• Managing external resources

Collaboration.

• Support transversal activities with local implementation within the zone.
• Provide reasonable assistance to other members of the Regions as requested by the Legal Management.
• Guide managers and ensure compliance with rules and regulations.

Requirements:

• Fully qualified lawyer authorized to practice law in Saudi Arabia
• Seven - eight( 7 / 8) or more years’ relevant post qualification experience, ideally in an in-house environment & preferably in a Construction, Oil & Energy, or Renewables & Environment sector.
• Native in Arabic.
• Fluent in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

Schneider Electric is a global company with €36 billion revenue, +13% organic growth, and 150 000+ employees in 100+ countries. We are committed to inclusion and diversity, and we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance.

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.