Legal Director/Head of Legal

Riyadh
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

About MoznMozn is a rapidly growing technology firm revolutionising the field of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and it's working to realise Vision 2030 with a proven track record of excellence in supporting and growing the tech ecosystem in Saudi Arabia and the GCC region. Mozn is the trusted AI technology partner for some of the largest government organizations, as well as many large corporations and startups.We are in an exciting stage of scaling the company to provide AI-powered products and solutions both locally and globally that ensure the growth and prosperity of our digital humanity. It is an exciting time to work in the field of AI to create a long-lasting impact.About the roleWe are seeking an experienced Legal Director/Head of Legal to lead and scale the legal team, driving strategic legal initiatives to support the organisation's rapid growth.What you'll do

Work closely with the Executive team and report to the Group CFO.
Lead and manage the Legal Department, including mentoring and supervising a team of at least two legal professionals.
Oversee all legal matters including commercial contracts, employment law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including SaaS contracts, licensing, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
Provide strategic legal counsel to executive leadership and cross-functional teams.
Ensure compliance with Saudi laws and regulations, including labor, commercial, and data protection laws.
Represent the company in legal proceedings and liaise with external counsel as needed.
Develop and implement legal policies, procedures, and contract management systems.
Support corporate structuring, M&A, and investment activities.
Maintain and update legal documentation and company records.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in law; Master's or legal certification is a plus.
Minimum 10 years of total legal experience, with at least 5 years in Saudi Arabia
Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written)
Proven experience leading a Legal team of 2 or more
Strong knowledge of the Saudi legal and regulatory frameworks
Experience in technology, Software or SaaS sectors.
Familiarity with enterprise SaaS contracts and licensing models is a strong plus

Preferred Attributes

Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
Excellent negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Strong ethical standards and integrity

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