Senior Legal Counsel

Job Purpose: The Legal Counsel advises on a wide range of legal matters relating to the company’s business including in relation to procurement of goods/services, commercial transactions, EPC/construction agreements, new business endeavors/strategies and development, financing, operational issues, and petrochemical/oil and gas-related matters. The Legal Counsel works closely with the Head of Legal, all SATORP departments and all SATORP stakeholders to pro-actively manage the overall legal risk exposure of the business. Scope: The Legal Counsel is directly involved in negotiation of critical contracts, fulfilling the legal needs of the company and its business, managing the work of outside counsel, and supporting the development of the legal function under the guidance of the Head of Legal. The Legal Counsel acts as a trusted advisor of the company’s business and ensures that the company operates within the law at all times, offers counsel on legal issues, creates an effective guardian of the organization and facilitate business strategies development in line with the company’s policies and procedures. This position reports to the company’s Head of Legal. Duties and Responsibilities: - Advises on legal aspects of company’s domestic/international business transactions, including a wide variety of commercial contracts (with input from business/technical partners), supplier contracts, product sales, leases, licensing agreements, finance agreements, lucrative project and EPC contracts and corporate transactions - Advises on legal aspects of company’s procurement activities, including procurement contracts, purchase orders, standard terms and conditions, supplier deviations, and related disputes. - Working closely with and advising all business/corporate units (manufacturing, product sales, business development, finance, IT, HR, etc.) on related legal issues. - Oversees all litigation and pre-litigation related matters, leads and manages dispute avoidance and resolution, all legal proceedings, arbitrations/mediations and negotiations of any other legal disputes, devises strategy for claims and approves settlements of disputes where warranted; properly advising proponents regarding such matters. - Participates in the definition and development of corporate policies and procedures and provides advice on legal matters and on legal implications of all corporate governance, business strategy and compliance matters under the relevant jurisdiction (English and Saudi law). - Actively participates in developing company contract templates, handles regulatory issues such as employment/labour law issues, and monitors all aspects of procurement law. - Anticipates and identifies legal issues of concern to senior management, estimates risks strategically, identifies and develops legal strategies and proactive solutions that will eliminate or mitigate risks and maximize legal rights; provides expert advice for strategic planning and execution purposes. - Actively contributes to the review, amendment, negotiation and drafting activities of all contracts, agreements and regulatory-related documents. - Ensures that the company conducts its business in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. - Supporting the Head of Legal as appropriate. - Manages relationships with external parties (regulators, external counsel, clients/customers/contractors). Expected Results: - Acts as the custodian, guardian and controller of all major legal documents of the company. - Creates associations of trust and respect with the key internal and external stakeholders. - Meets legal objectives and deals with complex, significant matters that cut across legal and business related areas. - Keeps the company abreast of legislative changes, new and updated laws, regulations, and implementation. Main Competencies and Qualities: - Legal Expertise: Broad experience ideally covering commercial, procurement, corporate, construction/projects, and finance. - Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex legal issues and develop effective strategies/solutions. - Commercial Awareness/Business Acumen: Understanding of business principles and the ability to align legal strategies with business objectives. - Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to communicate complex legal information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. - Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate effectively to achieve favorable outcomes for clients. - Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve complex legal issues related to construction projects. - Interpersonal Skills: Self-motivated and the ability to work effectively with various stakeholders, including executives, managers, and employees. Experience working in different cultures and an open and tolerant mind with respect to diversity. - Integrity: A strong commitment to integrity and professionalism, ethics and passion for excellence. Education Background: Bachelor’s d

Bachelor’s degree in law. Qualified to practice law (Saudi or international equivalent). Minimum experience in commercial, procurement, corporate, construction/projects, and finance law. Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to work with cross-functional teams and external counsel. Experience with regulatory issues, employment/labour law, and governance matters. Ability to operate within English and Saudi law contexts. Demonstrated integrity and professional ethics.

Advise on legal aspects of domestic and international business transactions, including commercial contracts, supplier contracts, product sales, leases, licensing, finance agreements, EPC/major projects, and corporate transactions. Advise on procurement activities and standard terms, supplier deviations, and related disputes. Collaborate with business units on legal issues; manage outside counsel and litigation, and develop dispute resolution strategies. Develop corporate policies, governance, and compliance matters; review and draft contracts and regulatory documents. Monitor regulatory changes and ensure compliance; develop contract templates and handle employment/labour law issues. Identify legal risks, provide strategic legal guidance, and support strategic planning. Maintain relationships with regulators, clients, contractors, and external counsel; ensure preservation of major legal documents.