Job description
亮点 / Highlights: To work in a fast growing and dynamic business with an amicable transnational legal team.
岗位职责 / Duties: Job Description:
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Litigation Counsel to join our legal team in Saudi Arabia. This role will primarily support various business lines on a wide range of contentious dispute matters, including civil, commercial, administrative litigation, labor arbitration & litigation, and other ADR proceedings.
The ideal candidate shall be capable of handling dispute resolution cases independently, and play a key role in designing and managing litigation strategy, providing practical legal advice to management and headquarters, and coordinating with multiple internal stakeholders as well as external counsel.
Key Responsibilities
1.Manage and oversee various litigation matters, including commercial disputes, labor cases, and other contentious proceedings across Saudi Arabia
2.Develop litigation strategies Review and analyze claims, evidence, and legal documents to support case preparation and decision-making
3.Represent the company in interactions with courts, arbitration centers, and relevant authorities where applicable
4.Maintain an adequate and high-quality resource pool of external law firms, and work closely with external counsel to ensure effective case handling
5.Provide proactive legal advice to business teams on dispute risks and mitigation strategies
6.Coordinate internally with cross-functional teams on dispute-related matters
7.Monitor legal developments and provide updates on litigation trends and regulatory changes
任职要求 / Requirements:
Qualifications
Qualified lawyer in Saudi Arabia
1.Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in litigation or relevant areas
2.Native Arabic speaker, with fluent English proficiency (both written and spoken) as a working language
3.Solid experience in handling all types of legal disputes
4.Strong understanding of Saudi legal and judicial system
5.Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
6.Ability to manage multiple cases independently in an organized fashion
7.Adaptability to a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
(Will Be a Plus but not a must):
1.Diverse professional background, including experience in law firms, in-house legal teams, and/or judicial institutions (e.g., courts or prosecutorial bodies) in Saudi Arabia
2.Overseas education experience in an English-speaking country
3.Experience working with or advising multinational companies
4.Familiarity with e-commerce, platform businesses, or fast-growing tech environments