Legal Counsel
JOB_52855011024896Job type
PermanentLocation
Saudi ArabiaSpecialism
LegalIndustry
Energy, Utilities & MiningPay
Attractive salary
Legal Counsel - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The client is a leading company in Saudi Arabia's water and wastewater sector, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the legal function and the daily operational activities of the company.
You will serve as sole Legal Counsel, offering expert legal advice across various disciplines, with a particular emphasis on managing commercial contracts and litigation. The ideal candidate should be fluent in both English and Arabic and hold extensive regional experience.
You will serve as sole Legal Counsel, offering expert legal advice across various disciplines, with a particular emphasis on managing commercial contracts and litigation. The ideal candidate should be fluent in both English and Arabic and hold extensive regional experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee all aspects of commercial contracting, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Provide expert legal advice on a variety of matters, including corporate governance, compliance, and litigation.
- Ensure the company adheres to all relevant laws and regulations, maintaining high standards of corporate governance.
- Coordinate with external law firms to manage litigation and other legal disputes.
- Work on projects with the government, with a special focus on the region.
- Utilize your experience in PPPs and Utilities Infrastructure Projects, including renewable energy, power, water, and waste-to-energy.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 8 years PQE in a relevant field.
- Proven experience in PPPs and Utilities Infrastructure Projects.
- Strong background in commercial contracting, corporate governance, compliance, and litigation.
- Working knowledge of EPC / JV agreements / shareholder agreements, good understanding of litigation and ability to standardise contracts required
- Fluent in Arabic and English (Mandatory).
Benefits:
- Flexible Hybrid Working
- Attractive salary and benefits package
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Legal CounselJOB_528550110248962025-01-102025-04-10
Talk to Sophie Armstrong, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Dubai, Hays FZ LLC, Al Thuraya Tower 1, Office 2003,Media City, Dubai, UAETelephone 04 559 5823JOB_52855011024896