Legal Affairs Manager

Our esteemed client, one of the Tier-1 market leaders in the Steel Pre-Engineered Buildings (PEB) is seeking an experienced Legal Manager to lead legal advisory, commercial contracting, claims and disputes, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.The role offers an opportunity to support a leading industrial business with manufacturing operations, major engineering and construction projects, and international commercial activities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the drafting, review and negotiation of commercial, manufacturing, supply, engineering, EPC, subcontracting and service agreements.Advise project and commercial teams on contractual risk, claims, variations, delay damages, warranties, indemnities and dispute resolution.Manage litigation, arbitration and disputes in coordination with external legal counsel.Ensure compliance with applicable Saudi laws and regulations, corporate requirements, ethics and internal controls.Support corporate governance, board and committee matters, resolutions, powers of attorney and delegations of authority.Maintain legal risk registers, improve legal policies and contract templates, and deliver legal and compliance training.Lead and develop the legal team while managing external counsel, legal budgets and stakeholder relationships.Mandatory Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); LL.M. is preferred.Valid Saudi lawyer’s licence.Minimum 7 years of post-qualification legal experience.Strong experience in international commercial and corporate legal matters.Demonstrated expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, claims, disputes and legal risk management.Excellent Arabic and business English, including legal drafting and verbal communication.Experience in industrial manufacturing, construction, engineering projects or EPC contracts.Preferred QualificationsCorporate governance, risk or compliance (GRC) certifications.Corporate Secretary experience, including board and committee support.Experience advising executive management and leading a legal team.Key Area of Expertise:Commercial Contract NegotiationContract DraftingCorporate LawLitigationDispute ResolutionConstruction LawCorporate GovernanceRegulatory Compliance