وظائف المحاماة والقانون في السعودية

Join SENAAT | Specialist, Legal

Location: Eastern Province – Dammam – 1st Industrial City

At SENAAT, we are committed to strengthening governance, ensuring compliance, and supporting business decisions with robust legal insight. We are seeking a Specialist, Legal to provide legal analysis, contract review, dispute support, and compliance guidance across the organization.

Position Summary
The role provides end-to-end legal support including legal analysis, litigation coordination, English contract review, corporate governance, compliance, and risk management to ensure decisions and activities comply with laws and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clear legal advice and written opinions
• Support litigation, prepare documents, and coordinate with external counsel
• Draft/review high-quality English contracts and identify legal/commercial risks
• Support governance activities-resolutions, PoAs, corporate filings
• Contribute to compliance programs and risk mitigation actions
• Conduct legal research and maintain legal knowledge repositories
• Communicate legal positions professionally to internal stakeholders

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); * preferred
• Licensed attorney; SASL or equivalent certifications
• 4+ years post-qualification experience
• Strong experience in governance, compliance, and contract review
• Excellent Arabic & English drafting
• Proficiency in MS Office and legal tools

An inclusive workplace that supports people with disabilities

About the Role:
SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specializing in public transport and sustainable mobility. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Advisor to join our team in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will provide expert legal guidance and support to our organization, ensuring compliance with local and international laws while safeguarding our interests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Offer comprehensive legal advice on various corporate matters, including contracts, compliance, and risk management.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents and agreements.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support decision-making processes.
• Represent the organization in legal proceedings and negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Arabian laws, regulations, and Islamic law (Sharia).
• Collaborate with internal departments to develop and implement legal strategies.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in legislation and regulations affecting the organization.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on legal matters and compliance issues.
• Manage external legal counsel when necessary.

Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB or equivalent); Master's degree in Law (LLM) preferred.
• Valid license to practice law in Saudi Arabia.
• Minimum of 14 years of experience in legal practice, preferably in corporate law.
• Strong knowledge of the Saudi Arabian legal system, regulations, and Islamic law (Sharia).
• Familiarity with international business law and practices.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal software and databases.
• Proven negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (both written and spoken).
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.