Corporate Legal Manager

About Daikin Saudi

Daikin Saudi is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Ltd. and a leading provider of heating, cooling, ventilation, air purification, and refrigeration technology. The company designs, manufactures, and brings to market a broad portfolio of equipment and tailor-made solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial purposes across the EMEA region. Daikin EMEA employs over 12,000 individuals across more than 59 consolidated subsidiaries and 12 major manufacturing facilities.

Role Overview

Daikin Saudi is seeking a Corporate Legal Manager to be based in Al Dar Al Baida District, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role serves as the primary legal business partner for Daikin Saudi Arabia and is part of the Daikin Europe Legal Team, which supports the Daikin Europe Group's activities across the EMEA region. The Corporate Legal Manager will provide comprehensive legal support to the business across Saudi Arabia and, when required, the wider Middle East region. This position involves advising on legal, regulatory, compliance, and corporate governance matters, supporting commercial objectives, and managing legal risk effectively. The role requires close collaboration with senior management, regional legal teams, and external stakeholders, and includes leading and developing the local Legal Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including sales, service, turnkey, supplier, and partnership agreements.
• Provide legal advice to business functions such as Sales, Procurement, and Marketing on contract terms, obligations, legal risks, and compliance.
• Ensure all contracts comply with applicable local and international laws, regulations, and Daikin's internal policies.
• Monitor and advise on legal and regulatory changes in Saudi Arabia and other relevant jurisdictions.
• Assist in implementing and managing internal compliance programs, including providing training on compliance, anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and corporate governance.
• Manage and oversee legal disputes and litigation, collaborating with external legal counsel and reporting to Daikin Europe * on dispute status and strategy.
• Attend meetings with government authorities, regulatory bodies, and other external parties as required for legal support.
• Provide proactive legal advice to assess and mitigate legal risks across business units.
• Work with business leaders to resolve legal issues promptly and effectively.
• Assist in preparing internal policies and procedures for legal risk management.
• Capture and interpret relevant legislation for Daikin's business activities in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, procurement, sales, operations) to support business in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.
• Work with Daikin's legal team members to ensure consistency in legal practices and alignment with company policies.
• Provide direct leadership, coaching, and performance management to two direct reports, ensuring appropriate allocation of responsibilities and workload.
• Foster the professional development of team members and contribute to building a high-performing Legal Department.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant legal experience.
• Demonstrated experience in corporate legal management and compliance.
• Strong understanding of Saudi Arabian legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in managing commercial contracts and dispute resolution.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior management and diverse stakeholders.

Work Environment

This role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and operates within a positive environment that values trust, creativity, and continuous improvement. The position offers opportunities for learning and growth within a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.