In-House Legal Manager: Governance & Contracts

Michael Page (UAE); Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct exposure to CEO

Broad remit

Autonomy

Governance frameworks

Career progression

Job summary

Our client is a Saudi-based organisation undergoing expansion within a regulated environment and is seeking a Legal Manager to strengthen its in-house capability. The role covers commercial, regulatory and governance matters with substantial ownership and autonomy.

You will draft and negotiate contracts, manage licensing and regulatory filings, and support board activities while developing practical legal processes and governance frameworks to support growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) required.
• Saudi National with 5+ years' corporate, commercial, regulatory or in-house legal experience.
• Strong contract drafting, review and negotiation skills.
• Experience supporting Board and Committee activities and governance.
• Experience managing licensing, regulatory compliance and government interactions.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts, MOUs, NDAs and other legal documents.
• Manage company licences, permits, registrations and regulatory obligations.
• Support Board and Committee activities including agendas, resolutions and minutes.
• Maintain corporate records, powers of attorney, filings and statutory docs.
• Provide practical legal advice on commercial, governance and regulatory matters.
• Liaise with external counsel and oversee specialist matters as needed.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks and help develop governance frameworks.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB)

Job description

Our client is a Saudi-based organisation undergoing expansion within a regulated environment and is seeking a Legal Manager to strengthen its in-house capability. The role covers commercial, regulatory and governance matters with substantial ownership and autonomy.

You will draft and negotiate contracts, manage licensing and regulatory filings, and support board activities while developing practical legal processes and governance frameworks to support growth.