Head of Legal

**Job Title: Head of Legal & Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)**

**Saudi nationals** are **strongly encouraged** to apply. The company is an equal opportunity employer

**Job Summary**

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and oversee the implementation of legal, compliance, and governance strategies in alignment with corporate objectives.
- Provide expert legal advice to senior leadership on corporate matters, contracts, regulatory issues, and risk management.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to protect the company’s interests.
- Establish and maintain a robust GRC framework to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory changes, evaluate their impact, and recommend necessary policy or practice adjustments.
- Oversee Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) programs to promote a culture of safety and sustainability.
- Lead investigations into compliance issues, disputes, or regulatory breaches, ensuring timely resolution and transparent reporting.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators, external counsel, and key stakeholders.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Legal & GRC team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Promote legal and compliance awareness through training sessions and staff engagement.

**Key Requirements**
- Bachelor’s degree in **Law**(mandatory).
- Master’s degree or certification in Governance, Risk Management, or Compliance (preferred).
- **Minimum of 10 years of experience** in corporate legal, compliance, or GRC roles, with at least **5 years in a leadership capacity**.
- In-depth knowledge of corporate governance, legal frameworks, and compliance regulations.
- Proven negotiation, leadership, and decision-making skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment capabilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluency in Arabic and English (mandatory).
- Professional certifications (e.g., Certified Risk Management Professional, GRC Certification) are highly desirable.

Application Question(s):

- Do you have a bachelor degree in law ?
- Do you have a Master’s degree or a professional certification in Governance, Risk, or Compliance?
- How many total years of experience do you have in corporate legal, compliance, or GRC roles?
- How many years of experience do you have in a leadership/managerial role?
- This job is a fulltime - onsite job at Dammam, KSA, Is it suitable with you?
- What's your expected net salary in (SAR)?
- What's your current net salary in (SAR)?
- What's your notice period in (days)?

**Language**:

- English (required)