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Mid-level/Senior Employment lawyer

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We are working with an exceptional Partner within a prominent UK International firm who is looking for an experienced Mid-Senior Employment Lawyer. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience, be admitted to practice in Saudi Arabia or be Common Law Qualified, and demonstrate a strong background in international and cross-border employment matters, with exposure to cases across the Middle East.

Key Requirements:

  • Qualified to practice in Saudi Arabia, or Common Law Qualified (UK, Australia, South Africa, US admission)

  • 5+ years of post-qualification experience in employment law

  • Solid experience advising on complex employment issues, employee relations, investigations, and compliance

  • Familiarity with employment laws and practices across the GCC region will be beneficial to your application

  • Strong communication and client advisory skills

  • Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage

This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex and high-profile employment matters within a collaborative, international legal environment.

Please note that both KSA nationals and expats from outside the region can apply, but you must fit the relevant criteria above in order to be considered.

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Legal

Focus: Employment

Industry: Legal

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Riyadh

Job Reference: U2RF3F-43244D17

Date posted: 9 July 2025

Consultant: Chris Clark