Senior Legal Counsel - Energy Grid & Contracts (MEA)

Siemens Energy; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary Package

Targeted Bonus

Opportunities to work on innovative...

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel/Legal Counsel in Jeddah to review contracts, advise on large-scale project delivery, and manage risk across the Middle East and beyond. You will support energy transmission and grid digitalization initiatives, coordinating with global teams and external law firms to protect commercial interests.

The role requires handling complex disputes, cross-functional collaboration, and providing pragmatic, business-oriented legal guidance in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the legal department of an internationally operating company or a law firm.
• Proven track record in managing risks in complex transactions and giving pragmatic legal advice.
• Deep knowledge of contract law and international contract practice, with understanding of common law principles.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and provide commercial, risk-aware legal advice for national and international business.
• Lead negotiations and formulate/implement negotiation strategies for large-scale contracts.
• Coordinate with external law firms in dispute resolution and manage claims.

Skills

Contract law

International projects

Risk management

English proficiency

Cross-functional

Job description

Siemens Energy is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel/Legal Counsel in Jeddah to review contracts, advise on large-scale project delivery, and manage risk across the Middle East and beyond. You will support energy transmission and grid digitalization initiatives, coordinating with global teams and external law firms to protect commercial interests.

The role requires handling complex disputes, cross-functional collaboration, and providing pragmatic, business-oriented legal guidance in a fast-paced