We are seeking an experienced Legal Manager to oversee corporate legal matters, manage litigation activities, supervise legal proceedings, and provide legal guidance across business functions within a well-established organization.
The successful candidate will manage disputes involving governmental authorities, employee and labor-related cases, and internal investigations while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and coordinate litigation activities, allocating assignments and supervising the performance of the legal team.
- Review litigation procedures, legal submissions, and case documentation to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.
- Follow up on court cases, judgments, and the execution of legal decisions.
- Handle legal disputes and claims involving governmental authorities, including tax, commercial fraud, health-related, food supply, and investment authorities.
- Supervise internal investigations involving employees and workers and provide recommendations in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
- Manage employee complaints and labor disputes, including cases before labor courts.
- Provide legal advice and support to different departments on business-related legal matters.
- Develop litigation strategies, monitor implementation, and report progress to senior management.
- Lead, coach, and develop litigation team members to enhance performance and ensure business continuity.
- Represent the organization before courts, prosecution offices, and police stations in cases involving or initiated by the organization.
- Monitor branch security matters and take appropriate action to prevent violations.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Master's degree in Law.
- 5–10 years of experience within a corporate legal function, with substantial exposure to litigation and dispute management.
- Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, labor law, corporate legal matters, and regulatory disputes.
- Proven experience managing legal cases and supervising legal professionals.
- Very good command of Arabic and good command of English.
- Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple cases, prioritize deadlines, and coordinate effectively with internal stakeholders and external authorities.
