Legal Counsel

Within a demanding and fast-paced environment, the Legal Counsel – KSABYP provides hands-on legal support to the Saudi Arabia and KSABYP businesses. The role focuses on day-to-day commercial, contractual, regulatory, and governance matters, supporting business activities while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, internal policies, and Schneider Electric group standards.Acting as a key operational legal partner, the Legal Counsel works closely with the Senior Legal Counsel – KSABYP, contributing to the execution of legal matters, supporting projects and tenders, and assisting in the management of legal risks within the cluster.Legal & Commercial SupportProvide day-to-day legal advice to business units and functional teams within the KSABYP cluster, with a primary focus on Saudi Arabia.Draft, review, negotiate, and support the execution of a broad range of commercial and project agreements, including:           Sales and supply agreements     Services and maintenance contracts     EPC, subcontracting, consortium, and partnership agreements     Distribution, agency, and channel partner agreementsSupport project and tender activities (public and private), including bid documentation, contractual risk analysis, and contract execution.Regulatory, Government & ComplianceSupport compliance with applicable legal and regulatory frameworks in Saudi Arabia and the KSABYP cluster, including local content, licensing, and regulatory approvals.Assist in handling regulatory inquiries, audits, and interactions with local authorities, under the guidance of the Senior Legal Counsel.Support the implementation and monitoring of governance and compliance frameworks, in coordination with Compliance, Ethics, and Internal Control teams.Assist with corporate governance matters for local entities, including board processes, statutory documentation, and corporate records, with the support of company secretarial providers where applicable.Risk Management & Litigation SupportIdentify and escalate legal and contractual risks in a timely manner to the Senior Legal Counsel.Support the management of pre-contentious and contentious matters, including coordination with external counsel on litigation, arbitration, employment, regulatory, or other disputes.Assist in monitoring external legal spend and ensuring efficient use of external resources, in line with group policies.Escalate material, legal, regulatory or reputational risks to Senior Legal Counsel in a timely manner.Knowledge Sharing & Legal OperationsMonitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the KSABYP cluster and contribute to internal legal updates.Support legal awareness and training sessions for business and functional teams on key legal topics.Contribute to legal department initiatives, including process improvements, harmonisation of templates, and knowledge sharing.EducationLaw degree (LLB or equivalent); admission to a bar or qualification as an attorney/advocate is an advantage.Additional qualification in international business law (LLM or equivalent) is a plus.ExperienceMinimum 6-8 years of professional legal experience in commercial and/or corporate law.Proven experience within an international company or law firm, preferably in the industrial, energy, infrastructure, or services sectors.Solid exposure to Saudi Arabia and the KSABYP cluster jurisdictions is highly desirable.Experience dealing with government or semi-government entities is a strong advantage.Technical & Professional SkillsStrong expertise in commercial contracts and transactional work.Solid understanding of regulatory, governance, and compliance environments in emerging markets.Ability to assess risks pragmatically and provide clear, business-oriented legal advice.Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.Ability to operate with autonomy, while escalating matters appropriately.LanguagesFluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken) is mandatory.Knowledge of additional languages (French or relevant local languages) is a strong advantage.Personal QualitiesHigh standards of integrity, rigor, and reliability.Strong sense of business partnership and pragmatism.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.Curiosity, adaptability, and resilience in complex and evolving environments.Reporting & OrganisationThe Legal Counsel will be part of the KSABYP Legal team and reports directly to the Senior Legal Counsel – KSABYP Cluster.Occasional travel within the KSABYP cluster may be required.Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. 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