Legal Director

Michael Page; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Legal Director to oversee all legal matters in Saudi Arabia. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, managing legal disputes, and providing strategic guidance to the organization. Candidates should have a law degree, extensive knowledge of legal frameworks in retail, and proven experience in legal team management. The position offers a competitive salary and career growth opportunities within a market-leading organization based in Jeddah.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent bonus and additional allowances

Opportunity for career growth

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks within the retail sector.
• Proven experience in managing legal teams and providing strategic legal advice.
• Ability to handle complex legal disputes effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Ensure compliance with local and international laws and regulations.
• Manage legal disputes and liaise with external legal counsel.
• Develop policies to minimize legal risks.
• Advise senior management on legal implications.
• Conduct training sessions for staff on legal obligations.
• Stay updated on legal developments affecting the industry.

Skills

Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Arabic and English

Education

Degree in Law from a recognised institution

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 organization 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 their industry.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and excellent bonus and additional allowances.
• Opportunity to work in a large, market leading organization.
• 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.

A successful Legal Director should have:

• 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.