Senior Legal Counsel Land and RE transactions

About the Role

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel - Land and RE transactions to join their team in Riyadh, Riyadh Province. This full-time position involves providing legal advice and support for land and real estate transactions, encompassing development, master planning, and regulatory approvals. The role requires drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various real estate and hospitality agreements, alongside managing legal and regulatory risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on land development, master planning, subdivision, titling, and related regulatory approvals.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize real estate agreements, including sale, lease, development, off-plan sales, and leasing documentation.
• Liaise with REGA and other relevant regulatory authorities, including matters involving the Ejar platform and Wafi program.
• Draft and negotiate documentation for hotel and branded residence developments, including letters of intent, term sheets, technical services agreements, brand licensing agreements, and hotel management arrangements.
• Provide legal support for facilities management, property management, estate management, and asset management arrangements.
• Advise on master community and estate governance frameworks, including community charters, owners’ associations, and estate management structures.
• Coordinate with relevant legal and business subject-matter experts on matters involving tax, insurance, finance, intellectual property, data protection, cybersecurity, local content, environmental, and sustainability considerations.
• Identify and manage legal and regulatory risks associated with real estate, hospitality, and land development activities.

Experience Required

Candidates should possess between 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in legal counsel roles, specifically within land and real estate transactions.

Work Type and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Riyadh Province.