Senior Legal Counsel

About the role

The Senior Legal Counsel will provide comprehensive legal advice and support for transactions and commercial activities across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and the broader GCC region. The role ensures that all business operations comply with local and international laws while supporting the company’s growth initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and deliver advice on transactions, joint ventures, franchising, and licensing in KSA and GCC.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents in English and Arabic, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
• Advise on KSA local laws, identify legal risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Assist business and GA teams in obtaining licenses and permits for retail, logistics, warehousing, and related operations.
• Collaborate with senior management and business units to meet legal requirements across all activities.
• Support communication with KSA authorities and external stakeholders to maintain a business‑friendly regulatory environment.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings, negotiations, and dispute resolution in courts and ADR forums.
• Monitor changes in KSA and GCC legal landscapes and inform internal stakeholders.
• Maintain a high‑quality network of external law firms and advisors in KSA.
• Work with the global legal team to ensure consistent compliance standards across jurisdictions.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in law from a recognized university (advanced degree preferred).
• Minimum 7 years of relevant legal experience, including at least 5 years in KSA.
• Deep knowledge of KSA corporate, contract, commercial, labor, and regulatory law for foreign‑invested enterprises.
• Native Arabic speaker with fluent written and spoken English.
• Proven ability to manage complex legal projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with KSA licensing procedures and government approval mechanisms.
• Experience in retail, logistics, warehousing, or food‑delivery sectors is a plus.

Required skills

• Legal research
• Contract drafting and negotiation
• Regulatory compliance
• Litigation and dispute resolution
• Effective communication with authorities and stakeholders