Legal Counsel

the ENTERTAINER; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Legal Counsel to oversee legal operations in Riyadh. This pivotal role requires a native Arabic speaker with extensive experience in corporate law within the Kingdom. You will safeguard the company’s reputation by ensuring compliance with legal guidelines and providing strategic legal advice. The successful candidate will engage in contract management, risk mitigation, and dispute resolution, all while contributing to a collaborative work environment that values professional development. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a strong legal background, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a legal counsel in a corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of corporate law and procedures in KSA.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and manage commercial agreements and legal documents.
• Provide legal advice and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Legal Expertise

Strategic Thinking

Risk Mitigation

Dispute Resolution

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB)

Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA)

Job description

About Us
The ENTERTAINER is a leader in the Lifestyle industry, providing our members with exclusive access to 2-for-1 vouchers for dining, delivery, attractions, shopping, and travel across the GCC, Singapore and South Africa. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of customer satisfaction and business growth, continuously innovating to enhance the way our users engage with entertainment. Join us as we strive to transform the entertainment landscape through creativity and innovation.

Position Overview
The ENTERTAINER is seeking a qualified Legal Counsel to oversee the legal aspects of our business operations. This role is based in Riyadh, KSA, and requires a native Arabic speaker with experience in a corporate legal position within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will safeguard our reputation by ensuring strict adherence to legal guidelines and providing expert legal advice to management on all relevant issues. You will play a crucial role in ensuring legal conformity and minimizing the probability of exposure.

As Legal Counsel you will

1. Legal Documentation and Contract Management: Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a variety of commercial agreements, contracts, and legal documents.
2. Legal Advice: Provide accurate, commercially sound legal advice to all stakeholders on various issues (including employment laws). Clarify legal language or specifications for the organization.
3. Risk Mitigation: Identify, mitigate, and manage contractual, legal, and commercial risks throughout the contract lifecycle. Apply effective risk management techniques and offer proactive legal advice.
4. Compliance: Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
5. Dispute Resolution / Litigation: Manage and oversee litigation and dispute resolution processes, including coordinating with external legal counsels. Advise on settlement negotiations and legal strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders and Company’s management to develop effective defense strategies.
6. Governance: Specify and monitor internal governance policies.
7. Legal Updates: Stay current on legislative changes.

What we're looking for

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD). A master’s degree in business administration (MBA) is not required but favorable.
2. Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience as a qualified legal counsel in a business environment, with specific experience in a corporate legal position in KSA.
3. Legal Knowledge: Strong understanding of relevant laws (including corporate law and procedures).
4. Strategic Thinking: Demonstrated ability to create legal defensive or proactive strategies.

Required Key Competencies

1. Strategic critical thinker with strong legal expertise and knowledge.
2. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities in English and Arabic.
3. Sharp, commercial, analytical, and pragmatic mind.
4. Ability to resolve complex legal and business issues.
5. Proactive problem-solving and risk mitigation.
6. Effective communication and simplification of complex legal matters.
7. Adherence to the highest standards of ethics and integrity.
8. Persuasion, influence, and consensus building.
9. Trustworthiness and credibility.
10. Proactive, confident, and professional demeanor.
11. Excellent interpersonal, and organizational skills.
12. Adaptability to changing conditions and audiences.
13. Effective leadership and mentoring.
14. Team-player attitude.

What we offer

1. Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
2. Comprehensive health insurance.
3. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
4. A supportive and collaborative work environment.