Senior Legal Manager

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

Job summary

A leading company in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced legal senior manager to oversee legal risks and ensure compliance across corporate, commercial, and operational matters. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of legal experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various teams. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence decision-making and mentor junior legal staff while managing complex legal challenges.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in a corporate legal department or law firm.
• Strong understanding of local and international regulations.
• Experience in handling contract negotiations and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance on corporate, commercial, employment, and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts.
• Identify legal risks and propose strategies to mitigate them.

Skills

Legal advisory

Contract management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in law (LLB/LLM)

Tools

Legal tech tools

Contract management systems

Job description

Employment:Full Time

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled legal senior manager with a minimum of 6+ years of legal experience. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in managing legal risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing expert legal counsel on corporate, commercial, and operational matters. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills who can work cross-functionally with various teams and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Legal advisory & compliance:Provide legal guidance on corporate, commercial, employment, and regulatory matters. Ensure the company adheres to local, national, and international laws.
• Contract management:Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts, agreements, and legal documents to minimize risk and protect the company's interests.
• Regulatory & risk management:Identify legal risks and propose strategies to mitigate them. Stay updated on industry regulations and ensure compliance.
• Corporate governance:Support board and executive management with legal oversight on corporate governance matters, policies, and procedures.
• Dispute resolution & litigation:Manage legal disputes, liaise with external counsel, and represent the company in negotiations, arbitration, and litigation if necessary.
• Stakeholder management:Work closely with business units, government authorities, and external counsel to address legal concerns and align with business objectives.
• Team leadership:Mentor and provide guidance to junior legal staff, fostering a high-performing legal team.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in law (LLB/LLM) from a recognized institution.
• 6+ years of experience in a corporate legal department or law firm, with expertise in corporate and commercial law.
• Strong understanding of local and international regulations relevant to the industry.
• Experience in handling contract negotiations, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, influence decision-making, and provide strategic legal solutions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Experience leading legal teams or mentoring junior legal professionals is a plus.

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance legal risks and commercial interests.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-driven mindset.
• Familiarity with legal tech tools and contract management systems is an advantage.