Legal Counsel

talabat; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

talabat is seeking a Commercial and Corporate Legal Affairs professional to draft, review and negotiate contracts and documents across the company’s activities. The role supports senior management with legal opinions and risk assessments, covering regulatory, corporate, and governance matters in Kuwait and internationally.

Applicants should hold a law degree (LLM preferred) with 3-4 years of progressive experience in a legal role, ideally in e-commerce or tech.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law required with 3-4 years of experience in a legal role.
• Knowledge of Kuwait law and international law is preferred.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
• Experience with e-commerce or technology-driven industries is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate contracts and documents related to the company's business activities.
• Provide expert legal advice on contractual, commercial and legislative matters to business units.
• Manage external litigation coordination and support regulatory and governance initiatives.
• Assess legal risks and ensure compliance across regulatory and corporate governance areas.

Skills

Negotiation

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

LLM (advantage)

Job description

Commercial and Corporate Legal Affairs

Draft review and negotiate contracts and documents related to the Company s business activities services suppliers branding marketing leasing vendors confidentiality IP employment Assist the senior legal manager in conducting legal research and drafting legal opinions regarding different legal matters Assess potential legal risks and implications of contracts and bring them to management s attention

Legal Advisory

Provide expert legal advice on contractual commercial and legislative matters to business units and management Support in-depth legal analysis of company projects and business initiatives to identify potential risks and recommend compliance and mitigation solutions Support research drafting and negotiation of legal documents related to Corporate Law Commercial Law Compliance Contracts Corporate Governance and International Law Ensure compliance with applicable laws regulations and industry standards such as consumer protection IP food control regulations etc conducting legal research and drafting legal opinions regarding different legal matters

Litigation Management

External Legal Coordination Delegate and manage litigation cases or investigations with external law firms Provide necessary evidence or documents to support external law firms collaborating with relevant business units Submit police reports align and coordinate with government relations department PA team

Legal Risk Assessment

Provide guidance on potential legal risks associated with lawsuits and or investigations to management and stakeholders Local Law Firm Relations Cultivate relationships with local law firms for prompt and relevant counsel Seek assistance from local law firms in drafting and revising contracts posing regulatory or compliance risks

Regulatory Affairs

Regulatory Analysis Conduct in-depth analysis of decisions actions or regulations initiated by local regulatory authorities that may impact the Company Provide recommendations to ensure compliance and risk mitigation Regulatory Response Manage or support in responding to inquiries and or investigations by local regulatory authorities liaising with external law firms as needed Represent the company before regulatory authorities when required Regulatory Compliance Evaluate regulatory authorization requirements and create compliance checklists for new products and projects as required

Bachelor's degree in law, additional qualifications such as an LLM are advantageous. Minimum of 3-4 years of progressive experience in a legal role, preferably within an e-commerce or technology-driven industry or an international law firm. In-depth knowledge of laws and regulations of Kuwait for at least 2 years. Excellent project and time management, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities, with the capacity to assess legal risks, analyze regulatory requirements, and develop practical solutions to mitigate compliance risks. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Proactive, adaptable, and results-oriented mindset, committed to delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines and evolving regulatory environments. Fluency in English and Arabic is required.