Senior Legal Counsel

Position: Senior Legal Counsel

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Industry: Banking & Financial Services

About the Company:

Our client, a leading international bank with a strong presence in the Middle East, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their legal team in Riyadh. The bank provides a comprehensive range of investment banking services, including Equity Capital Markets (ECM), Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), and advisory services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice on ECM, M&A, IPOs, and investment banking advisory services, ensuring compliance with local and international regulatory frameworks.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex transactional agreements, including underwriting, advisory, and other related documentation.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, including senior management and business units, to ensure legal risks are identified and mitigated effectively.
• Advise on legal and regulatory requirements applicable to the banking industry, including SAMA, CMA, and Tadawul regulations.
• Support the bank’s corporate governance framework and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Collaborate with external counsel as needed, managing relationships and ensuring high-quality, cost-effective service.

Qualifications:

• Native Arabic speaker, with fluency in English (written and spoken).
• 5-8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in corporate and commercial law, preferably with a focus on ECM, M&A, and IPOs.
• Significant experience working within or advising the financial services sector, particularly banks.
• Training and work experience with a tier 1 international law firm.
• Educational background from the US or UK (LLB, LLM, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of Saudi Arabian banking and financial regulations.

Key Competencies:

• High level of professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a prestigious international bank at the forefront of financial innovation in Saudi Arabia. The role offers high visibility, significant responsibility, and the chance to contribute to the bank’s strategic objectives in a competitive market.

Application Process:

This role is highly confidential. Interested candidates meeting the above criteria are encouraged to apply directly through [Company Contact]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussions.