Legal Specialist📣 Job Ad

Join J-B as a Senior Legal Officer!

At J-B, we are dedicated to empowering individuals with financial knowledge and transparency. We are looking for a skilled Senior Legal Officer to provide essential legal support and guidance within our organization.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and guidance to management and relevant departments on matters related to the organization’s operations.
• Interpret and analyze applicable laws, regulations, and legal documents to ensure compliance.
• Draft and review legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and internal procedures.
• Oversee and update the legal documents database.
• Support litigation efforts by reviewing case files and documentation.
• Coordinate with internal departments to implement legal decisions.
• Maintain and update the legal cases database.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in law or a related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in a corporate or financial institution.
• Strong knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple legal matters.
• Excellent English language skills (written and spoken).

Join us to help navigate the complexities of credit and loans while fostering financial literacy!

Role Summary
The Legal Specialist will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal support, ensuring institutional compliance with Saudi Arabian laws, and managing the end-to-end government procurement process. This role requires a professional with a deep understanding of the Government Tenders and Procurement Law, proficiency in government digital platforms, and the ability to draft complex legal agreements while mitigating institutional risks.

Key Responsibilities
Government Procurement & Tenders:

• Manage and oversee the full cycle of competitions on the Etimad platform, including contract registration and follow-ups.
• Execute the process of launching tenders, evaluating bids (technical and financial), and preparing formal minutes of meeting.
• Handle awarding procedures and ensure all steps align with the Government Tenders and Procurement Law and its executive regulations.

Contract Management:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal contracts, MOUs, and agreements to ensure they protect the organization's interests.
• Ensure all contracts comply with Saudi Law and internal policies.

Litigation & Digital Platforms:

• Represent or support the organization's legal standing through the Muin and Najiz platforms.
• Prepare legal memos, judicial briefs, and official reports for committees and external authorities.

Consultation & Compliance:

• Provide expert legal advice on the Saudi Labor Law and its executive regulations.
• Analyze systemic risks and provide proactive solutions to avoid legal disputes.
• Stay updated on the latest legislative changes and royal decrees relevant to the committee’s scope of work.

Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in law from an accredited university.
Experience: 2–4 years of practical experience in a legal role, preferably within a government or semi-government entity in Saudi Arabia.

Legal Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the Saudi Arabian judicial system and regulatory environment.
In-depth knowledge of the Government Tenders and Procurement Law.
Familiarity with the Saudi Labor Law.

Technical Skills: Expertise in using government platforms: Etimad, Najiz, and Muin.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Languages: Native fluency in Arabic (with strong legal drafting skills) and professional proficiency in English.

Required Competencies:

• Research & Analysis: Strong ability to conduct legal research and extract pertinent information from complex regulations.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with stakeholders and government officials.
• Teamwork: A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within committees and cross-functional teams.
• Attention to Detail: High precision in reviewing legal documents and preparing committee minutes.

Company Overview
Mohammed Al Habib Real Estate Investment Company is a family-owned private sector company, established in 1972, with a rich legacy and extensive experience in real estate investment and development. The company specializes in real estate investments, preparing master plans, exploring land for urban projects, managing construction work with contractors, and designing and developing residential and commercial communities that add value to the surrounding environment and society.

Job Overview
We are looking for a legal specialist to support the company's real estate operations through legal oversight, providing consultations, drafting and reviewing contracts, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations related to real estate activities, companies, and contributions.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Real Estate Discharge:
  • Supervising all real estate discharge procedures related to the company’s clients.
  • Following up with banks and clients regarding sales contracts and real estate financing.
  • Monitoring the issuance of real estate transaction tax and making necessary adjustments when needed.
• Contracts and Agreements:
  • Drafting and reviewing contracts and agreements that the company enters into with various parties.
  • Ensuring that the contracts comply with the regulations and laws adopted by the company.
  • Drafting the policies and executive regulations specific to the company.
• Legal Consultations:
  • Providing legal consultations to all departments and employees regarding decisions, policies, and procedures.
  • Reviewing administrative decisions to ensure their compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Legal and Administrative Reports:
  • Preparing periodic reports on pending cases and lawsuits.
  • Preparing reports related to concluded contracts and potential legal risks.
  • Monitoring departments' compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Preparing special reports to follow up on sales from a regulatory perspective, especially regarding real estate discharge procedures.
• Liquidation of Contributions and Companies:
  • Reviewing and auditing the regulatory aspects of liquidating real estate contributions.
  • Verifying the validity of powers of attorney, inheritance certificates, and estate documents.
  • Preparing and drafting partner decisions related to liquidating companies or acquiring them.
• Familiarity with Relevant Regulations:
  • Thorough familiarity with the off-plan sales system.
  • Familiarity with the real estate contributions system.
  • Familiarity with the companies system and applying it to the company's regulatory procedures.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in law or a related field.
• Practical experience of two to four years in the legal field, preferably in the real estate sector.
• Good knowledge of real estate regulations and commercial regulations in the Kingdom.
• High skills in legal drafting, analysis, and review.
• The ability to work on multiple legal files simultaneously with accuracy and efficiency.
• Fluency in Arabic is essential, and proficiency in English is an additional advantage.