Strategic Legal Counsel — IP, Contracts & Growth

Al-Futtaim; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company in the Riyadh Region is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support, manage litigation, and oversee commercial agreements. The role requires excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with responsibilities including trademark management and corporate governance support. Candidates should possess a Law degree and 5-8 years of relevant experience, ideally in franchising, retail, or hospitality sectors.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in-house.
• Strong experience in litigation, commercial contracts, leasing, and IP matters.
• Experience in franchising, retail, or hospitality sectors is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee litigation matters, including labor, commercial, and civil disputes.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts including service agreements and NDAs.
• Manage trademarks portfolio including registration and renewal.
• Review and negotiate lease agreements, amendments, renewals, and terminations.
• Assist with corporate governance matters and compliance with laws.

Skills

Excellent drafting and negotiation skills

Strong commercial awareness

Risk assessment ability

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB or equivalent)

Job description

A leading multinational company in the Riyadh Region is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support, manage litigation, and oversee commercial agreements. The role requires excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with responsibilities including trademark management and corporate governance support. Candidates should possess a Law degree and 5-8 years of relevant experience, ideally in franchising, retail, or hospitality sectors.