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Contract TypeContract TypeFull-time
Workplace typeWorkplace typeOn-site
LocationLocationRiyadh
About the Role
Our client, a global leader in AI innovation, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Legal Officer / General Counsel to lead and manage all legal operations across Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East & Africa region. This is a pivotal leadership position for an accomplished legal professional with strong corporate, commercial, and technology-sector experience.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and build the legal function for SenseTime across KSA & MEA.
  • Oversee all corporate legal matters, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial and technology-focused contracts.
  • Manage legal documentation relating to licensing, employment, compliance, and company secretarial matters.
  • Provide legal strategy and guidance on IP protection, enforcement, and monetization.
  • Advise on cross-border transactions, negotiations, and post-completion matters.
  • Support corporate structuring and the establishment of new entities in multiple jurisdictions.
  • Oversee external counsel and ensure high-quality, cost-effective legal support.
  • Align MEA legal operations with global SenseTime legal policies and frameworks.

Experience & Qualifications
  • 10–12 years of experience in a top-tier international law firm and/or in-house within a leading technology company.
  • Strong background in corporate, commercial, regulatory, and technology law.
  • Experience in capital markets, IP law, or cross-border transactions is a strong plus.
  • UK/US bar qualification preferred.
  • Fluency in Arabic and English required; Mandarin is highly desirable.
  • Strong commercial judgment, organisational skills, and leadership capability.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, innovation-driven environment.

Why Join?
This is a rare opportunity to join one of the world’s most advanced AI companies and shape its legal foundation in the region. You will have a direct impact on governance, risk strategy, commercial operations, and IP protection across multiple markets.

Requirements

  • Requires 2-5 Years experience

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