The legal counsel should manage the legal, contract and procurement activities for all of Parsons’ operations in the Middle East and Africa (the “Region”), assess risks, review and negotiate all types of agreements, support all projects and internal departments on an needed basis. Play an active role in providing quality contracts, and in-house legal services across the Region and beyond.
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Law.
- Admission to the bar as a fully qualified lawyer is preferred.
- English and Arabic are good
- Experience working at least 3 years of legal experience in the Region and in particular in Saudi Arabia.
- Experience working in an international company, ideally in the fields of engineering consultancy/construction, or in an international law firm.
- Excellent knowledge of Saudi Arabian laws, corporate governance, and regulatory frameworks.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex legal issues and provide practical solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Contractual and Commercial Risk Assessment and Pre-Tendering Support
- Prepares risk assessments for proposals and pre-tendering stages.
- Drafts and negotiates contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
- Ensures compliance with internal policies/procedures.
- Provides advice on changes in regulations and prepares gap analysis.
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