Overview
Trainee Lawyer Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at Alalaa Alkhudhairi Law Firm – AKLF
Title: Trainee Lawyer
Company: Alalaa Alkhudhairi Law Firm – AKLF
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Role Description This full-time Trainee Lawyer role at Alalaa Alkhudhairi Law Firm (AKLF) is an on-site position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Trainee Lawyer will support senior lawyers in drafting and reviewing legal documents, contracts, and correspondence, and assist in preparing case files, legal memoranda, and research reports. Daily tasks include conducting legal research using relevant statutes, regulations, and case law, summarizing findings, and contributing to the development of legal strategies. The role involves attending client meetings and, where appropriate, court or regulatory proceedings to observe and assist with note-taking, documentation, and follow-up actions. The Trainee Lawyer will collaborate with colleagues across practice areas, maintain organized records, and ensure adherence to firm procedures and professional ethics.
Qualifications
- Strong legal research and analytical abilities, including the capacity to interpret laws, regulations, and case precedents.
- Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and editing legal documents, contracts, and professional correspondence.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present information clearly to internal teams and clients.
- Organizational and time-management skills, including attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple matters at once.
- Collaborative mindset, with the ability to work respectfully within diverse teams and follow guidance from senior lawyers.
- High ethical standards, sound judgment, and commitment to confidentiality and professional responsibility.
- Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent); eligibility or intention to pursue bar admission or relevant licensing in Saudi Arabia.
- Fluency in Arabic and strong proficiency in English; familiarity with Saudi legal and regulatory frameworks is an advantage.
- Comfort with legal research tools, document management systems, and common office software.
- Demonstrated interest in corporate, commercial, or dispute resolution practice through coursework, internships, or projects.
