Head of Legal Management Consulting

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Harcourt Matthews

Summary of the Opportunity

A truly leading global consulting group is establishing a Legal practice in Saudi Arabia and is seeking a seasoned Legal Management Consulting leader with experience gained in mature markets to develop the business. This leader will be pivotal in building a team of highly skilled professionals and delivering world-class consultancy services. Key focuses will include strategic review, transformation, and operational improvement of legal management consulting departments. This presents a unique opportunity for significant career growth in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Strategy : Develop and implement strategic frameworks for legal management consulting services in Saudi Arabia, ensuring alignment with local regulatory environments and client needs.

Service Excellence : Drive initiatives to deliver world-class legal consulting services, leveraging insights from advanced markets to refine and innovate strategic approaches.

Client Engagements : Establish and nurture consultative relationships with high-profile clients, becoming a trusted advisor in strategic legal operations.

Solution Integration : Integrate tailored consulting solutions focused on strategy, transformation, and efficiency improvement into client operations, backed by evidence from previous engagements.

Market Development : Conduct analyses of the legal industry in Saudi Arabia to identify trends and regulatory shifts for market penetration strategies.

Business Growth Tactics : Cultivate new business opportunities and partnerships that expand the firm’s footprint in the region.

Project Execution : Lead operational redesign projects within legal departments to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration : Manage cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment toward project objectives.

Team Development : Mentor team members and promote continuous learning and professional growth.

Innovative Team Leadership : Inspire top-tier performance in legal consulting engagements through a culture of innovation and excellence.

Requirements for the Role

Professional Experience : A minimum of 10 years in legal consulting with substantial experience in mature markets. Previous leadership or director-level experience is crucial.

Language Skills : Proficiency in English is mandatory; Arabic is a plus.

Skills : Strong analytical ability, strategic thinking, and adept client relationship management.

Qualifications

Educational Background : A degree in Law, Business Administration, or similar. An advanced degree such as an MBA or LL.M is desirable.

Certifications : Relevant certifications in legal consulting or management practices are advantageous.

This is a permanent position based in the Middle East, with a competitive tax-free salary and relocation support. The firm supports flexibility and a modern, inclusive approach to working life.

Harcourt Matthews is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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