Commercial Legal Consultant
Job Summary
Experience: Minimum 10 Years including at least 6 Years in Reputable Law Firms or Legal Consultancy Firms
Commercial Legal Consultant
To provide high-level commercial and legal advisory services to the firm and its clients support business growth and expansion initiatives manage contractual and commercial risks and contribute to the development of strategic legal solutions that protect and advance clients business interests.
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience in commercial legal practice.
- At least 6 years of experience with recognized law firms legal consultancy firms or professional services organizations.
- Bachelors Degree in Law (LL.B.) or equivalent.
- Excellent command of English and Arabic both written and spoken.
- Corporate and commercial law.
- Investment and joint venture transactions.
- Commercial contracts and negotiations.
- Franchise and licensing agreements.
- Intellectual property and trademarks.
- Corporate governance and compliance.
- Mergers acquisitions and restructuring projects.
- Government contracts and tendering processes.
- Provide legal advice on commercial corporate and investment matters.
- Analyze legal risks and recommend practical business-oriented solutions.
- Support clients in commercial decision-making and strategic transactions.
- Draft review negotiate and manage:
- Commercial contracts.
- Partnership agreements.
- Investment agreements.
- Franchise agreements.
- Service and supply contracts.
- Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs).
- Advise on corporate structures and business expansion.
- Support investment projects and strategic partnerships.
- Participate in negotiations with clients investors and business partners.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Develop and review corporate governance policies.
- Support risk management and regulatory compliance initiatives.
- Maintain strong professional relationships with clients.
- Represent the firm in meetings negotiations and business discussions.
- Contribute to client development and retention initiatives.
- Strong commercial and legal acumen.
- Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage complex legal matters independently.
- Business-oriented mindset with practical legal judgment.
- High ethical standards and integrity.
- Strict confidentiality.
- Professional appearance and conduct.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Quality and accuracy of legal opinions and advice.
- Effectiveness of risk mitigation measures.
- Successful completion of commercial transactions.
- Client satisfaction and retention.
- Timely delivery of legal services.
- Contribution to business growth and strategic initiatives.
- Competitive salary or monthly retainer.
- Performance-based incentives may be considered.
- Confidentiality and non-compete obligations.
- Initial evaluation period as agreed.
- Potential future partnership opportunity based on performance and contribution.
A leading law firm is seeking a Commercial Legal Consultant with a minimum of 10 years experience including at least 6 years with reputable law firms or legal consultancy firms. The successful candidate will provide commercial legal advice draft and negotiate contracts support corporate and investment transactions and contribute to strategic business growth initiatives. Experience in corporate law commercial transactions governance and investment matters is highly desirable. Excellent Arabic and English communication skills are required.