Senior Counselor

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Specialist to join our team at Bayut | dubizzle. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in law, excellent drafting skills, and the ability to navigate complex legal matters.

Responsibilities of this role include:

• Managing and handling a range of legal matters, including but not limited to litigation, contract review and drafting, and legal research;
• Providing expert legal advice and guidance to the business, including but not limited to resolving legal disputes and achieving out-of-court settlements;
• Overseeing the Company's litigation matters, representing the Company before the Courts of law, and drafting and reviewing contracts for the Company;
• Reviewing and drafting legal documents, including resolutions, powers of attorney, confidentiality agreements (NDAs), contracts, SLAs, company policies, etc. for Legal counsel's review;
• Providing legal advice and guidance on various legal matters;
• Conducting legal research and staying updated on applicable laws and regulations;
• Assisting with company secretarial matters, including filings, registrations, licenses, etc.;
• Liaising with government authorities if needed in relation to the establishment and maintenance of companies;
• Developing and implementing legal compliance programs and initiatives;
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure legal compliance and risk management;
• Maintaining accurate and organised legal records and documentation; and
• Providing administrative support to other members of the legal team to ensure that the team is able to work efficiently.

Key requirements for this role include:

• A Bachelor's degree in Law or equivalent;
• Current licensure, admission to practice, and good standing to appear before the Courts of KSA;
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Specialist or similar role;
• Litigation experience, especially in employment disputes, with a track record of successful case management and client representation;
• Experience in contract review, contract drafting, and legal research;
• Excellent drafting skills and the ability to grasp and navigate complex legal matters;
• Strong knowledge of KSA laws and regulations with good understanding of legal concepts;
• Fluency in English and Arabic (including legal drafting);
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Well-organised and capable of managing multiple matters efficiently and prioritising appropriately;
• Articulate, with strong commercial acumen;
• High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and protecting sensitive information.