Director Legal

About the Role

Ultimate Peaks Talent & Strategy is seeking a Director Legal to lead the legal function for an established organization in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves advising senior leadership on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters, ensuring the protection of organizational interests and supporting strategic objectives. The successful candidate will possess over 10 years of experience and combine strong knowledge of Saudi laws with practical commercial judgment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the organization's legal strategy, priorities, and operating model.
• Advise senior leadership on legal risks, commercial transactions, and strategic initiatives.
• Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of commercial contracts and agreements.
• Advise on corporate governance, board and shareholder matters, and delegated authorities.
• Manage litigation, disputes, settlements, and external legal counsel.
• Support employment, procurement, technology, and investment matters.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and guide the implementation of required changes.
• Build and develop the legal team, policies, templates, and contract management processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Law or Sharia; a postgraduate qualification is preferred.
• Substantial legal experience of over 10 years in Saudi Arabia, including senior leadership responsibility within an established organization or reputable law firm.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi corporate, commercial, employment, and regulatory matters.
• Proven experience negotiating complex agreements and managing significant disputes.
• Experience advising executive leadership and boards.

Required Skills

• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, and team leadership skills.
• Professional fluency in Arabic and English, including legal drafting.

Professional Credentials

• A Saudi license to practice law or another recognized legal professional qualification is preferred.
• Relevant qualifications in corporate governance, compliance, or arbitration are an advantage.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, within an established organization. The role requires leadership of the legal function and collaboration with senior leadership.