Legal Manager Transactions

OVERVIEW                                                                                               

NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.

As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.

As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.

Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are searching for a senior corporate attorney who can assist with a broad range of corporate and commercial transactional matters, including M&A, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, commercial contracts and VC / equity investments.  The candidate should have a magic circle / white shoe law firm background and training.  Additional in-house experience would be helpful as well as international / cross-border experience, particularly in the GCC region.  Leadership skills, strong technical expertise and expert relationship management will be critical for the successful applicant.

ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES

The Legal Managers responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
 

Legal Support

• Senior role in the Transactions (Corporate, M&A) Team in the Legal Department on a variety of transactional and commercial matters, with a leadership role on transaction diligence, drafting, negotiation and execution to optimize and safeguard NEOM’s interests.
• Review contracts and policies and provide related legal advice to internal stakeholders.
• Assist and support others within the NEOM Legal Department by providing advice, training and guidance relating to your areas of expertise.
• Work efficiently with outside counsel, proactively liaising among them and various stakeholders to add value.
• Be a multi-tasker who can handle multiple legal workstreams and consistently meet deadlines in a demanding environment.
• Provide additional services and advice as needed.
   

Culture and Values

• Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values https://www.neom.com/en-us/about.
• Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct.
• Maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct.
• Adhere to NEOM’s Policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with rules. 

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant technical expertise and law firm or in-house experience in similar role.
• 10 to 15 years of post-qualification experience (UK-qualified or equivalent).
• Registered to practice law in any jurisdiction.
• Willingness to be based in NEOM Community.
• Desire to learn and practice in new legal disciplines to provide comprehensive business support.
• Fluency in English or fluency in Arabic and strong English skills.