Legal Counsel

Schneider Electric Gruppe; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal services and strategic support. This role involves overseeing legal services for various bids, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with Saudi laws. With a focus on commercial transactions and collaboration with the Legal Team, the ideal candidate will have significant experience in the Construction, Oil & Energy, or Renewables sectors. Join a dynamic team where your legal expertise will be valued and integral to the business's success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified lawyer with 7-8 years of experience in legal counsel.
• Expertise in commercial contracts and compliance in Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Deliver all legal services and oversee domestic and international bids.
• Negotiate contracts and provide legal advice on commercial transactions.

Skills

Legal Advice

Contract Negotiation

Compliance Oversight

Knowledge of Saudi Law

Claims Management

Education

Qualified Lawyer in Saudi Arabia

Job description

Job Description - Legal Counsel (009BXF)

Legal Counsel - 009BXF

Responsibilities

1. Delivery of all legal services (directly and using external resources, where approved) for the zone.
2. Oversight and delivery of all legal services in domestic and international bids with a specific focus on commercial contract review (including distributor agreements), strong collaboration, and coordination with the Legal Team in the Region.
3. Provide quality and timely legal advice to the business on a day-to-day basis in areas such as:
1. General Commercial transactions,
2. Assisting Business by guiding them in terms of Saudi Law,
3. Employment and safety,
4. Product and quality issues,
5. Data Protection.
4. Operate as a valued and integral member of the GLD and as a key business partner to provide high-quality legal services and strategic legal support and advice.
5. Negotiate contracts and deals on behalf of the company.
6. Support the Compliance Central team by implementing internal governance policies, proofreading policies, and conducting investigations on ethical concerns and misconduct in the Country.
7. Claims and litigation oversight and reporting.
8. Managing external resources.
9. Support transversal activities with local implementation within the zone.
10. Provide reasonable assistance to other members of the Regions as requested by the Legal Management.
11. Guide managers and ensure compliance with rules and regulations.

Qualifications

1. Fully qualified lawyer authorized to practice law in Saudi Arabia.
2. Seven to eight (7/8) or more years of relevant post-qualification experience, ideally in an in-house environment, preferably in the Construction, Oil & Energy, or Renewables & Environment sector.