Technology Lawyer (Riyadh, KSA)

Origin Legal Ltd; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 50,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An international law firm in Riyadh is seeking a motivated Technology Lawyer to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge legal matters aligned with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. Ideal for a junior lawyer with 0-3 years of post-qualification experience, this position promises fast-track career development in a rapidly modernizing legal market. Fluency in Arabic and English is essential as you'll be advising clients across the Middle East. Join a firm that values innovation and offers a comprehensive relocation package.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation package

Bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• 0-3 years PQE with strong commercial/technology experience.
• Experience with a respected commercial law firm or relevant in-house legal team.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on technology law, data protection, and cybersecurity.
• Handle commercial contracts and intellectual property matters.

Skills

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Technology Law

Data Protection

Cybersecurity

Intellectual Property

Commercial Contracts

Education

Law Degree

Job description

Technology Lawyer Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

This international law firm has a strong presence across the Middle East, with established operations in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. The Riyadh office is actively involved in major projects aligned with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, supporting regional and international clients in navigating the legal and regulatory landscape of one of the world's fastest developing countries. This is a rare opportunity for a junior lawyer to join a dynamic team that handles cutting edge legal matters. It promises an opportunity to get fully involved, making it ideal for someone seeking fast-track career development. It will suit a talented and motivated Technology Lawyer with a good grasp of technology law, covering data protection, cybersecurity, intellectual property, and commercial contracts. Fluency in Arabic and English is essential, as you can expect to be advising clients across the Middle East.

Requirements

• Fluency in Arabic and English is essential.
• Likely to suit someone with 0-3 years PQE.
• Strong commercial/technology experience post-qualification (or at least one relevant seat for NQ's) gained with a respected commercial law firm or a relevant in-house legal team.

Package

• Highly attractive tax-free salary (negotiable depending on experience).
• Comprehensive benefits and bonus.
• Relocation package.

Process

• Interviews will take place in person or by videoconference depending on location.
• Start dates negotiable.
• Our clients provide comprehensive assistance with visas and relocation.

Saudi Arabia

The pace of development in Saudi Arabia is unrivalled anywhere in the world. Its Vision2030 strategy is driving ambitious economic reforms and a raft of large-scale projects, while its rapid modernisation is creating an environment that remains rooted in its traditions, but which is far more conducive to an international ex-pat lifestyle. As Riyadh establishes itself as a major regional and international legal market, it offers you an exciting opportunity to move your career onto the fast-track.

Origin Legal International

Our team has over 25 years experience of helping lawyers to make international and offshore moves. If you would like to find out more about this role or chat about an overseas move in general, please get in touch.