Legal Director

Job summary
Leadership role within rapidly growing Legal function Saudi national with extensive knowledge of FIDIC contracts Government owned development project with significant plans for contribution to Vision 2030
Job seniority: director level and above
Responsibilities
• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and review of contracts, agreements, and legal documents to align with organisational objectives. • Oversee the resolution of legal disputes related to real estate and construction matters, liaising with external legal counsel when necessary. • Ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations that apply to the business to protect the company's needs. • Take charge of efforts in dispute resolution, collaborating seamlessly with external legal counsel when necessary. • Managing and mitigating legal risks by designing and implementing company policies and procedures to support the Company's needs and protect its interest. • Play a pivotal role in the overall development and growth of the organisation, aligning legal strategies with business objectives. • Effectively communicate legal matters and strategies to internal and external stakeholders, fostering transparency and trust. • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various commercial contracts and agreements to support the business in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Company • Conduct legal due diligence on potential business ventures, acquisitions, or partnerships to safeguard the organisation's interests.
Requirements
• Saudi national with a minimum of 10+ years PQE • Must have real estate or construction experience, preferably having previously worked with or in a giga development project • In-depth knowledge with FIDIC contracts • Expertise in drafting and negotiating leasing contracts • Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English
Key Skills Needed
• Extensive knowledge of FIDIC contracts • Real estate or construction experience • Drafting and negotiating legal documents • Dispute resolution • Risk management • Communication and stakeholder management
Benefits
• Competitive, tax-free salary and attractive package • A transparent route for accelerated success within the organisation • Engaging with senior stakeholders to actively contribute to our clients vision