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Director of Legal Compliance & International Affairs Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at NAQEL Express
Title: Director of Legal Compliance & International Affairs
Company: NAQEL Express
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
About the Company
As a leading logistics and supply chain solutions provider in Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East, NAQEL Express, a subsidiary of Saudi Post SPL, delivers seamless, end-to-end integrated solutions. The company empowers businesses to operate efficiently both locally and globally, while contributing to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 through advanced logistics services.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the legal affairs, governance, compliance, and risk management of
international subsidiaries.
- Provide strategic legal advice to senior management and the Board on
international matters.
- Support the establishment, registration, licensing, and regulatory compliance of
international entities.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and manage domestic and international contracts,
agreements, MOUs, and employment contracts.
- Manage domestic and international litigation, arbitration, disputes, and external
legal counsel.
- Protect and manage the company’s intellectual property rights worldwide.
- Monitor global legal and regulatory developments and implement risk
mitigation measures.
- Manage relationships with international partners, government authorities, and
regulatory bodies with regards to legal matters.
- Drive policy, procedure, and service improvements and ensure effective
implementation of Naqel agreements.
- Previous experience as a Board Secretary is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor degree’s in Law; Master degree or equivalent is an advantage
.
- Experience: Minimum 10 years of legal and compliance experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Required Skills:
- Fluency in Arabic and English
Technical Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and international law.
- Expertise in compliance frameworks (e.g., AML, anti-bribery, sanctions).
- Ability to interpret and apply complex legal and regulatory requirements.
- Skilled in contract negotiation, litigation management, and policy development.
