Lawyer

Alqotr; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Alqotr is seeking a qualified Legal Counsel to support the company in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. You will manage labor disputes, review contracts, draft claims and memoranda, and provide timely legal advice across departments to safeguard the company’s interests.

You will monitor regulatory developments, maintain case files, and coordinate with courts and authorities. A 2–3 year track record in law firms or corporate legal teams is required, with a solid grasp of Saudi civil and commercial law.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law or legal studies.
• 2–3 years of practical legal experience.
• Experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Knowledge of Saudi Arabia laws including Civil Transactions Law and commercial law.

Responsibilities

• Follow up on labor cases and legal claims filed against the company, coordinating procedures and monitoring case developments.
• Initiate and file legal claims against infringing parties.
• Draft statements of claim, legal memoranda, responses, and defenses.
• Review contracts for legal soundness and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Provide legal advice to departments on legal matters and disputes.
• Follow up on litigation before courts and committees, in line with regulatory requirements.
• Research laws and regulations relevant to the company’s business and provide recommendations.
• Monitor updates to laws in Saudi Arabia and their impact on operations.
• Prepare and maintain legal documents and case files, update records, and monitor deadlines.

Skills

Legal research

Legal drafting

Attention to detail

Communication

Dispute resolution

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in law or legal studies

Job description

To provide legal support and advice to the company, manage and follow up on legal cases and disputes, and prepare and review legal documents and contracts to protect the company’s rights and interests and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow up on labor cases and legal claims filed against the company, coordinating relevant procedures and monitoring case developments.
• Initiate and file legal claims against parties that infringe upon the company’s rights or breach their legal obligations.
• Draft statements of claim, legal memoranda, responses, and necessary legal defenses.
• Review contracts and agreements from a legal perspective, ensuring their terms are legally sound and compliant with applicable regulations.
• Provide legal advice to various departments on legal matters and disputes related to the company’s operations.
• Follow up on litigation and legal proceedings before courts and relevant judicial committees, in accordance with applicable authorities and regulatory requirements.
• Research and analyze laws and regulations relevant to the company’s business and provide appropriate legal recommendations.
• Monitor updates to applicable laws and regulations in Saudi Arabia and assess their impact on the company’s operations.
• Prepare and maintain legal documents and case files, update case records, and monitor statutory deadlines and procedural requirements.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Legal Studies, or an equivalent field.
• Two to three years of practical experience in legal affairs.
• Previous experience working at a law firm or within a corporate legal department.
• Good knowledge of applicable laws and regulations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, particularly:
• 2-Relevant commercial laws and regulations.
• 3-The Civil Transactions Law.
• 4-Litigation and legal proceedings regulations.
• Experience in drafting statements of claim and legal memoranda and reviewing contracts.
• Ability to manage legal cases and maintain legal files efficiently.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Legal research and analytical skills.
• Legal drafting skills, including the preparation of legal memoranda and statements of claim.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Communication, negotiation, and dispute-resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet statutory deadlines.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of legal information and documents.
• Ability to collaborate with various departments and communicate effectively with relevant external parties