Legal Director

The Professionals; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal advisory firm in Riyadh is seeking an experienced legal advisor to provide expert guidance on corporate and regulatory matters. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of progressive legal experience, with strong skills in risk management and corporate governance. Responsibilities include managing complex legal matters, leading the in-house legal team, and acting as the primary advisor to the Board. This role offers a chance to shape the firm's legal strategy and ensure compliance with relevant laws.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive legal experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise in corporate, commercial, and regulatory law.
• Proven track record in managing complex legal matters and transactions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal guidance to the Board and senior management.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks across the business.
• Oversee compliance with corporate governance requirements.
• Ensure adherence to laws and regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts.
• Manage litigation and dispute resolution processes.
• Establish and enforce internal legal policies.
• Lead and mentor the in-house legal team.
• Act as a liaison with regulators and stakeholders.
• Prepare and review Board documentation.
• Develop robust corporate governance frameworks.
• Partner with business leaders on strategic projects.

Skills

Expert legal guidance

Risk assessment and mitigation

Corporate governance compliance

Contract negotiation

Dispute resolution management

Policy development

Team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Strategic project partnership

Education

Law degree (JD, LLB, or equivalent)

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Strategic Legal Advisory: Provide expert legal guidance to the Board, executive team, and senior management on corporate, regulatory, and commercial matters.
2. Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks across all areas of the business, ensuring proactive measures are in place.
3. Corporate Governance: Oversee compliance with corporate governance requirements, including Board policies, shareholder rights, and statutory obligations.
4. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to all relevant laws and regulations in the jurisdictions where the company operates.
5. Contracts Management: Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts, agreements, and partnerships to protect the company’s interests.
6. Dispute Resolution: Manage litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution processes, engaging external counsel when necessary.
7. Policy Development: Establish and enforce internal legal policies, procedures, and training programs to maintain ethical and compliant business practices.
8. Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop the in-house legal team, fostering a high-performance culture.
9. Stakeholder Communication: Act as a key liaison with regulators, government agencies, and external stakeholders on legal and compliance matters.
10. Board Advisory: Act as the primary legal advisor to the Board of Directors, ensuring decisions are made with a clear understanding of legal implications.
11. Governance Framework: Develop, implement, and maintain robust corporate governance frameworks in line with best practices and regulatory requirements.
12. Board Documentation: Oversee preparation and review of Board agendas, minutes, resolutions, and shareholder communications to ensure accuracy and compliance.
13. Strategic Projects: Partner with business leaders on major projects, ensuring alignment between business goals and legal safeguards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Law degree (JD, LLB, or equivalent) and admission to practice in relevant jurisdiction.
• 12+ years of progressive legal experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise in corporate, commercial, and regulatory law.
• Proven track record in managing complex legal matters and transactions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.