Overview
Legal Director Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at Confidential Careers
Title: Legal Director
Company: Confidential Careers
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Title:
Legal Director
Role Purpose:
To lead and manage all legal matters within the organization, including contracts, claims, disputes, and regulatory compliance, particularly across operations, maintenance, and contracting projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the company’s legal function and provide strategic legal advice to executive management
- Review, draft, and negotiate contracts related to operations, maintenance, and construction projects
- Manage claims, disputes, and litigation, including arbitration and court cases
- Provide legal support on government and semi-government contracts
- Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and contractual obligations
- Advise on risk exposure related to contracts and project execution
- Work closely with project teams on contract administration and claims management
- Oversee external legal advisors and law firms
- Support corporate governance and internal policies from a legal perspective
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in law (Master’s preferred)
- Minimum 12–15 years of legal experience
- Strong experience in contracting, construction, or O&M sectors
- Proven experience handling contracts, claims, and disputes
- Experience with government contracts preferred
- Strong knowledge of Saudi laws and regulations
Skills:
- Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
- Expertise in dispute resolution and claims management
- Strategic thinking and legal risk assessment
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management
- High integrity and professionalism
Location:
Saudi Arabia
