Corporate Legal Manager

Urban Ridge Supplies; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Ridge Supplies is seeking an experienced Legal Manager for our Riyadh office. This full-time position involves overseeing legal affairs, providing strategic legal guidance, and ensuring compliance with laws. The successful candidate will manage litigation and advise on corporate governance.

The ideal candidate is a fully qualified lawyer with in-depth knowledge of Saudi law, exceptional communication skills in English and Arabic, and strong analytical capabilities. Join us to support key strategic objectives while safeguarding our reputation.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified lawyer with substantial post-qualification experience.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Saudi Arabian corporate and commercial law.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal counsel on corporate and regulatory matters.
• Draft and negotiate complex legal documents and contracts.
• Manage all litigation and regulatory proceedings.

Skills

Legal counsel

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Law (LLB, JD, or equivalent)

Job description

Job Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced and highly professional Legal Manager to join a prestigious and discreet organisation. This is a Full‑Time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the company’s legal affairs, providing strategic legal guidance to senior management and ensuring the organisation operates in full compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. This role is integral to safeguarding the company’s reputation and supporting its strategic objectives by managing legal risk effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal counsel and guidance on a wide range of corporate, commercial and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of complex legal documents and commercial contracts.
• Identify, analyse and mitigate potential legal risks to the organisation.
• Develop, implement and maintain internal governance policies and procedures to ensure full legal compliance.
• Manage all litigation, disputes and regulatory proceedings, liaising with and managing external legal counsel as required.
• Advise on matters of corporate governance ensuring the organisation adheres to the highest standards of practice.
• Stay informed of changes in legislation and the regulatory environment within Saudi Arabia that could impact the business.
• Collaborate with various internal departments to provide comprehensive legal support for all business activities.

Qualifications

• A fully qualified lawyer with a degree in Law (LLB, JD, or equivalent) from a reputable university.
• Substantial post‑qualification experience, ideally gained within a leading law firm or a large in‑house corporate legal department.
• In‑depth and demonstrable knowledge of Saudi Arabian corporate and commercial law is essential.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation and communication skills in both English and Arabic.
• Strong analytical skills with a pragmatic and commercially‑focused approach to problem‑solving.
• The ability to work autonomously, manage a diverse workload and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• A high degree of professional ethics, integrity and discretion is paramount.