Legal Counsel – Project Development & Finance

Legal Counsel – Project Development & Finance About the Role

We are looking for an experienced

Project Development / Project Finance Lawyer

to join our in‑house legal team in the PPP / Project Development subsidiary of a major Saudi family group. The role will focus on supporting the structuring, negotiation, and delivery of

Public‑Private Partnership (PPP) and project development transactions

in the

construction and infrastructure sectors . This is a strategic position offering exposure to landmark projects with key clients such as NEOM, Saudi Aramco, and the NCP, which are central to Saudi Arabia’s economic development and Vision 2030 agenda.

Reporting to the Head of Legal, the successful candidate should be able to work with minimal supervision and will work closely with the business development, commercial, and finance teams, as well as external advisors, to ensure that projects are structured, negotiated, and delivered efficiently and with appropriate risk allocation.

Key Responsibilities

Provide legal support across the full lifecycle of

PPP and project development transactions , from initial structuring through to financial close and execution.

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of project‑related contracts, including :

Concession agreements / PPP agreements

EPC, O&M, and subcontract agreements

Financing agreements

Partnering agreements

Ancillary contracts such as NDAs, supply agreements, consultancy agreements, etc.

Advise internal stakeholders on

contract interpretation, legal, compliance, and regulatory issues

relevant to large‑scale infrastructure and construction projects.

Coordinate with external counsel, advisors, and lenders to ensure transactions are delivered smoothly and aligned with company objectives.

Monitor regulatory and legal developments in Saudi Arabia and their impact on KSA companies, PPPs, infrastructure, and project financing.

Contribute to the development of

legal processes, policies, and templates

to improve efficiency and risk management within the business.

Key Requirements

Qualified lawyer with

5–10 years PQE

(UK, US, or equivalent common‑law jurisdiction preferred; Saudi‑qualified candidates with international law firm experience also welcome).

Strong track record in

project development and / or project finance , ideally with significant experience in

PPP or large‑scale infrastructure projects .

Previous experience gained

in‑house with a large developer, infrastructure company, or financial institution , or at a

leading international law firm

advising sponsors / lenders on PPP / infrastructure projects.

Construction litigation, company secretarial, commercial contracts, and compliance experience advantageous.

Excellent drafting, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Familiarity with Saudi laws and government systems is highly advantageous.

Arabic language skills are an advantage but not essential.

What We Offer

The chance to play a key role in delivering

landmark PPP and infrastructure projects

in Saudi Arabia.

A dynamic

in‑house environment

for a company in an exponential stage of growth.

Hybrid working arrangements , with flexibility balanced against business needs.

Competitive compensation and benefits, with strong career development opportunities.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal, Finance, and Business Development

Construction, Housing and Community Development, and Real Estate

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