Legal Officer

Overview:Founded in 1990 as Fawaz Alhokair Fashion Retail Co., Cenomi Retail has introduced more than 80 international retail and F&B brands to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These include some of the world’s most loved including Zara, Mango, Aldo, Cinnabon, Subway and more. Cenomi Retail operates more than 1,600 stores across 100 shopping centers in 11 countries. We are dedicated to growth and breaking down boundaries to offer a truly unique brand partnership proposition.

Job Title: Legal Officer

Location: Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaReporting To: Senior Legal ManagerJob SummaryThe Legal Officer will provide legal support across the organization by managing contracts, litigation, regulatory compliance, corporate governance matters, legal advisory services, and risk management activities.

The role requires strong knowledge of Saudi laws and regulations, including Labor Law, Companies Law, Commercial Law, Civil Transactions Law, and regulatory requirements. The Legal Officer will collaborate with business functions to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance while supporting business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Contract ManagementDraft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts, service agreements, NDAs, MOUs, SLAs, engagement letters, and other legal documents.Identify legal and commercial risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.Ensure contractual compliance with company policies and Saudi regulations.Legal AdvisoryProvide legal advice to HR, Finance, Operations, Procurement, IT, and other business functions.Support management on legal matters related to employment, commercial transactions, corporate affairs, and regulatory requirements.Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions and guidance.Litigation & Dispute ResolutionManage labor, commercial, civil, regulatory, and enforcement disputes.Prepare legal memoranda, pleadings, appeals, objections, and legal responses.Represent the company before courts, judicial committees, government entities, and regulatory authorities.Coordinate with external legal counsel when required.Compliance & GovernanceMonitor compliance with Saudi laws, regulations, and internal policies.Support governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) initiatives.Assist in developing and reviewing policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the business.Corporate & Regulatory MattersSupport corporate governance activities and board-related matters.Handle regulatory filings, responses, and communications with government authorities.Assist with company registrations, licensing requirements, and regulatory compliance obligations.QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Law (LLB).Saudi National preferred.3-5 years of experience in legal affairs, corporate legal advisory, litigation, or compliance.Strong knowledge of Saudi Labor Law, Companies Law, Commercial Law, and Civil Transactions Law.Professional certifications such as GRCP, GRCA, CME, or Corporate Governance certifications are an advantageKey SkillsContract Drafting & NegotiationLegal Research & Legal AdvisoryLitigation & Dispute ResolutionRegulatory ComplianceCorporate GovernanceRisk ManagementLegal Documentation & Case ManagementStakeholder ManagementEffective CommunicationProblem Solving & Critical ThinkingMicrosoft Office ApplicationsPreferred Industry ExperienceBanking & Financial ServicesRetail & FMCGCorporate Legal DepartmentsLaw Firms (Local or International)