Legal Manager

About the RoleThe purpose of this position is to oversee the development and execution of legal policies and procedures, ensuring full compliance with national regulations. The role is responsible for drafting and reviewing contracts and agreements, mitigating legal risks and disputes, and legally representing the Committee to support the achievement of its strategic objectives.Key Responsibilities1. Administrative & Supervisory ResponsibilitiesStrategic & Operational Planning: Participate in establishing operational plans, initiatives, and KPIs for the Legal Department; continuously measure and monitor performance.Service Quality & Performance: Drive departmental goals, optimize workflow efficiency, and elevate the accuracy and quality of legal services provided.Policy & Compliance Management: Propose workflow enhancements, ensure all approved policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) are fully documented and adhered to.Team Leadership & Performance Evaluation: Monitor and evaluate staff performance, identify training needs, recommend relevant development programs, and measure training effectiveness.Resource Management: Estimate, secure, and manage all necessary resources, tools, and technologies to ensure optimal and cost-effective daily legal operations.Budgeting & Financial Tracking: Contribute to preparing the department’s annual budget in coordination with related divisions and monitor financial execution.Talent Management & HR Coordination: Identify staffing requirements and provide recommendations regarding hiring, promotions, rewards, and transfers in alignment with HR policies.Internal Communication: Establish clear and effective communication channels within the department to keep the team informed of new decisions and updates.Documentation & Archiving: Ensure proper organization, security, and archiving of legal documents for efficient access and retrieval.Reporting: Prepare and submit periodic achievement and progress reports along with improvement recommendations to the direct manager.2. Specialized Legal ResponsibilitiesLegal Operational Planning: Oversee the development and updating of the legal division’s operational plan in coordination with relevant stakeholders.Contracts & Regulations Management: Oversee the drafting, reviewing, and refining of statutes, regulations, contracts, and agreements to ensure legal integrity and high quality.Disputes, Investigations & Claims: Examine legal cases, grievances, and claims; participate in internal investigations and provide formal recommendations to safeguard rights and ensure justice.Legal Representation: Represent the Committee before judicial and quasi-judicial bodies and draft all necessary legal briefs and memoranda.Legal Framework & Guidelines: Supervise the drafting and updating of legal manuals, standardized templates, and procedural guides to ensure unified legal practices across the organization.Governance & Advisory: Provide expert legal opinions on council and committee minutes to ensure all decisions and recommendations comply with applicable laws and regulatory frameworks.Other Duties: Execute any additional tasks assigned within the scope of legal specialization.Job RequirementsEducation: Bachelor’s degree in law (LL.B.) or equivalent from an accredited institution.Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of progressive professional experience in legal affairs, contract law, and regulatory compliance.Key Competencies:In-depth knowledge of Saudi laws, statutory regulations, and legal governance.Proven track record in drafting contracts, litigation preparation, and regulatory advocacy.Strong leadership, team management, and strategic decision-making skills.Excellent command of both Arabic and English (legal terminology).