Director of Legal Compliance & International Affairs

About the Company

As a leading logistics and supply chain solutions provider in Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East, NAQEL Express, a subsidiary of Saudi Post SPL, delivers seamless, end-to-end integrated solutions. The company empowers businesses to operate efficiently both locally and globally, while contributing to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 through advanced logistics services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the legal affairs, governance, compliance, and risk management of

international subsidiaries.

• Provide strategic legal advice to senior management and the Board on

international matters.

• Support the establishment, registration, licensing, and regulatory compliance of

international entities.

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage domestic and international contracts,

agreements, MOUs, and employment contracts.

• Manage domestic and international litigation, arbitration, disputes, and external

legal counsel.

• Protect and manage the company's intellectual property rights worldwide.
• Monitor global legal and regulatory developments and implement risk

mitigation measures.

• Manage relationships with international partners, government authorities, and

regulatory bodies with regards to legal matters.

• Drive policy, procedure, and service improvements and ensure effective

implementation of Naqel agreements.

• Previous experience as a Board Secretary is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor degree's in Law; Master degree or equivalent is an advantage

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• Experience: Minimum 10 years of legal and compliance experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

Required Skills:

• Fluency in Arabic and English

Technical Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and international law.
• Expertise in compliance frameworks (e.g., AML, anti-bribery, sanctions).
• Ability to interpret and apply complex legal and regulatory requirements.
• Skilled in contract negotiation, litigation management, and policy development.