Senior Legal Manager — Oilfield Contracts & Compliance

Virtucruit; Dammam; On-site; SAR 262,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable energy and drilling services company is seeking a Legal Manager to support its Legal & Compliance Department. The role involves managing contract review, compliance, and litigation coordination. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Law, a minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate law, and strong negotiation skills. Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of Arabic is an advantage. Willingness to relocate to the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia is necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in corporate law, preferably in oilfield services, drilling, or maritime industries.
• Experience managing in-house corporate legal work and external law firms.
• Experience from Big Four advisory firms or consultancy environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of contracts.
• Manage engagement with external legal counsel on litigation and advisory matters.
• Ensure implementation and enforcement of legal policies and procedures.
• Provide legal advice to operational and procurement teams.
• Monitor legal risk and ensure compliance with laws.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Autonomous work

Excellent command of English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Job description

A reputable energy and drilling services company is seeking a Legal Manager to support its Legal & Compliance Department. The role involves managing contract review, compliance, and litigation coordination. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Law, a minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate law, and strong negotiation skills. Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of Arabic is an advantage. Willingness to relocate to the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia is necessary.