Legal Director

Michael Page; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Legal Director to oversee all legal matters in a large, market-leading organization based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The role requires substantial legal expertise to ensure compliance with regulations, protect the company’s interests, and provide strategic guidance. Responsibilities include advising management, managing disputes, and training staff on legal matters. Candidates must have a Law degree, extensive legal knowledge in the retail sector, and proficiency in both Arabic and English.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent bonus and additional allowances

Opportunity for career growth

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• A degree in Law from a recognised institution.
• Extensive knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks within the retail sector.
• Proven experience in managing legal teams and providing strategic legal advice.
• Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to handle complex legal disputes effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English languages.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements to protect the organisation's interests.
• Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international laws and regulations.
• Manage legal disputes and liaise with external legal counsel when necessary.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to minimise legal risks.
• Advise senior management on legal implications of business strategies and decisions.
• Conduct training sessions for staff to ensure awareness of legal and compliance obligations.
• Stay updated on legal developments and trends affecting the industry.

Skills

Legal

Contract negotiation

Compliance expertise

Legal writing

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Law

Job description

The Legal Director will oversee all legal matters across the business, ensuring compliance with regulations and protecting the company's interests. This role requires strong expertise in legal frameworks and the ability to provide strategic guidance to the organisation.

Client Details

The company is a well-established, large, market‑leading organisation based in Jeddah, dedicated to innovation and excellence. It operates in a fast‑paced environment and is committed to maintaining a strong legal and ethical foundation.

Description

• Provide legal advice and guidance on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements to protect the organisation's interests.
• Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international laws and regulations.
• Manage legal disputes and liaise with external legal counsel when necessary.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to minimise legal risks.
• Advise senior management on legal implications of business strategies and decisions.
• Conduct training sessions for staff to ensure awareness of legal and compliance obligations.
• Stay updated on legal developments and trends affecting the industry.

Profile

• A degree in Law from a recognised institution.
• Extensive knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks within the retail sector.
• Proven experience in managing legal teams and providing strategic legal advice.
• Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to handle complex legal disputes effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English languages.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and excellent bonus and additional allowances.
• Opportunity to work in a large, market‑leading organisation.
• Permanent position based in Jeddah with potential for career growth.
• Collaborative work environment with a focus on legal excellence.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled Legal Director to make a significant impact. If you meet the qualifications and are based in Jeddah or willing to relocate, we encourage you to apply.

Skills

Legal