Legal Counsel

Job description / Role

Department

Legal

Employment type

Full time

Location

KSA

Reporting to

Abdullah Alhabeeb

Description

This role will support corporate governance efforts within the company, including by serving as the board secretary of a Saudi public company. You will be instrumental in assisting with various governance activities, ensuring the effective management of entities from a governance perspective, and maintaining the company's good standing. Your organizational prowess and strong communication skills will be key in facilitating critical decision-making and maintaining transparent records.

As a legal counsel (corporate governance), you will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless and effective operation of our board of directors and its committees. You will be responsible for meticulously managing all administrative, logistical, and documentation aspects of board and committee meetings, ensuring adherence to corporate governance practices and legal requirements.

Key responsibilities

• CMA & Tadawul governance support: Handle all governance and listing requirements issued by the Capital Market Authority (CMA) and the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul), including the preparation, monitoring, and management of all related documents and filings.
• Meeting coordination: Preparing and issuing notices and invitations for all board and committee meetings.
• Document management: Preparing and circulating all pre-meeting documents and materials and meticulously organizing and managing all related documentation.
• Minute taking: Drafting accurate and comprehensive minutes of board and committee meetings.
• Legal compliance: Facilitating the notarization and legalization of board meeting minutes and resolutions as required, and maintaining statutory registers and records related to board and committee activities.
• Action tracking: Following up on action items arising from board and committee meetings to ensure timely completion.
• Entity governance support: Assisting in the overall corporate governance framework for Tabby Group entities, including supporting the maintenance of corporate records, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and generally helping to keep entities in good standing.

Skills, knowledge & expertise

• Excellent command of English and Arabic (both written and spoken).
• Law degree from a recognized university.
• Must be a Saudi resident.
• Between three (3) to five (5) years of demonstrable relevant experience in a similar corporate governance position or company secretarial role, preferably gained in an international group.
• Proven experience supporting the governance of listed companies in Saudi Arabia, including direct exposure to CMA or Saudi Exchange governance matters.
• Legal training in corporate law and experience in a reputable regional or international law firm or in-house is an advantage.
• Experience in using entity management software.
• Strong understanding of MENA region's legal systems and corporate governance practices, particularly in the UAE (mainland and freezone) and KSA.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage a complex workload and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work in a regulated environment and navigate complex regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.