Legal/Compliance support(with Saudi regulatory understanding)

Company Description

Role Description

A Legal/Compliance Support professional with Saudi regulatory understanding ensures company adherence to Saudi laws (Labor, Corporate, Investment) and Vision 2030 initiatives, focusing on contract drafting, licensing, and local regulatory liaison. Key duties include mitigating regulatory risk, managing KYC/compliance trackers, and updating management on legal changes.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance & Liaison: Monitor and ensure compliance with Saudi laws, regulations, and industry-specific standards (e.g., SAMA, MISA, Food and Drug Authority).
• Contractual & Corporate Support: Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and corporate agreements, ensuring compliance with local laws.
• Compliance Management: Manage compliance trackers, update regulatory filings, and maintain licensing compliance.
• Advisory & Risk Management: Provide legal research and advice on labor laws, employment, and corporate governance.
• Localizing Policies: Adapt global company policies to meet local Saudi regulatory and cultural requirements.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB), Islamic Sharia, or related field.
• Experience: 3–5+ years in legal compliance, regulatory affairs, or corporate services.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of Saudi labor law, corporate law, and commercial regulations.
• Language: Fluency in both Arabic and English is highly required.
• Skills: Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills; proficient in Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within specific industries such as Pharmaceuticals, Financial Services, or IT.
• Previous experience working in a Saudi-based legal firm or multinational company.