Legal Advisor

About the role

The Legal Advisor will provide comprehensive legal support to the company's management and business functions, ensuring compliance with Saudi Arabian laws and regulations. Working from the Riyadh office, the role involves advising on a wide range of commercial, corporate, employment, procurement, real‑estate and operational matters.

Key responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on Saudi laws, regulations and government requirements.
• Draft, review, negotiate and finalize commercial contracts, service agreements, vendor agreements, NDAs, MoUs, partnership agreements and other legal documents.
• Analyze contractual terms and advise stakeholders on liabilities, indemnities, warranties, penalties, termination clauses and other risks.
• Monitor legislative changes and communicate updates to management.
• Handle legal notices, claims, disputes, litigation and arbitration in coordination with external counsel.
• Liaise with law firms, government authorities, regulators and other legal stakeholders.
• Conduct legal research on Saudi statutes, ministerial decisions and judicial developments.
• Support due diligence for transactions, partnerships, investments and acquisitions.
• Review corporate documentation and assist with governance and statutory matters.
• Develop and maintain standard legal templates, policies, procedures and contract repositories.
• Identify compliance risks and recommend mitigation measures.
• Support internal and external audits, regulatory inspections and investigations.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records of contracts, cases, notices and licenses.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Procurement, Sales, Operations and Compliance to deliver timely legal guidance.

Required profile

• Master’s degree or PhD in Law.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Arabian laws and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements.
• Ability to assess legal risks and provide practical recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills to work with cross‑functional teams and external parties.

Required skills