Assistant or Junior Legal Counsel KSA

An international real estate company is looking to hire an Assistant or Junior Legal Counsel to join its KSA-based team. The position is ideal for a legal professional with sound experience in Saudi Arabia, supporting in-house legal functions.

Key Responsibilities :

• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents, including FIDIC contracts.
• Advise on legal risks, company policies, and internal procedures.
• Assist with corporate governance matters and regulatory compliance, including licensing and renewal processes.
• Support legal needs across business units such as HR, Finance, and Compliance.
• Manage dispute resolution support, including arbitration and working with external counsel.
• Stay updated on Saudi legal and regulatory developments and perform risk gap analyses.
• Contribute to internal legal operations improvements such as standard documentation and risk assessments. Requirements :
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (advanced legal qualifications a plus).
• Licensed or admitted to practice law is an advantage.
• Fluent in English and Arabic (written and spoken).
• Minimum of 3 years’ legal experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC, preferably in international firms.
• Knowledge of Saudi regulatory, corporate, and commercial law.
• Strong drafting skills and ability to work independently and under pressure. This is a full-time, permanent role (Sunday to Thursday). A strong opportunity for a legal professional seeking long-term growth in a globally recognized firm.

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