
Senior Legal Counsel
Location: Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
November 2020 – present – Senior Legal Counsel – Saudi Aramco Company – Dhahran Saudi Arabia
– Provide expert legal advice and guidance to the company’s units on a wide range of legal matters, including real estate complex legal issues, regulatory compliance, employment law, contracts/agreements drafting, and litigation.
– Analyze complex legal issues, and draft and review legal documents, to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
– Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in relevant laws and regulations to ensure the company’s legal practices are up-to-date and in line with industry best practices.
– Successfully negotiate and settle legal disputes, minimizing potential losses and risks for the company.
– Collaborate with external counsel and other professionals to support the company’s legal initiatives.
– Develop and conduct legal training programs for employees to enhance their understanding of legal issues and promote compliance within the organization.
July 2013 – November 2020 – Senior Legal Advisor – Saudi Electricity Company- Dammam- Saudi Arabia
– Provide strategic legal advice to senior management regarding various legal matters, including corporate governance, compliance, and risk management.
– Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts and agreements, to protect the interests of the company.
– Develop and update corporate policies and procedures in alignment with applicable laws and regulations.
– Manage and oversee a team of legal professionals, ensuring the effective delivery of legal services to the company.
– Conduct legal research, analyze legislation, monitor regulatory developments, and provide recommendations on potential impacts on the company’s operations.
– Represent the company in negotiations, mediation, and settlements of disputes arising between the company and the Contractors.
– Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including executives, department managers, and external legal counsel, to achieve favorable outcomes for the organization.
– Provide training and guidance to employees on legal and compliance matters to promote a culture of ethical conduct and legal awareness across the organization.
January 1993 – 2013 – General Counsel – Ministry of Justice –Khartoum – Sudan
– Serve as the principal legal advisor to various governmental organizations providing guidance on legal issues, compliance, and risk management.
– Develop and implement effective legal strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure the organization’s initiatives align with legislative and regulatory requirements.
– Lead a team of attorneys and oversee the delivery of legal services, including negotiations, contracts/agreements drafting, and litigation management.
– Successfully resolved high-stakes litigation matters, minimizing potential risks and liabilities for the organizations.
– Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to monitor legal developments and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
– Collaborate with senior leadership to assess the legal implications of new initiatives and provide proactive legal solutions.
– Develop and deliver legal training programs to increase internal legal knowledge and awareness.
Education
- 2009
- Doctor of Philosophy in comparative law (Ph.D.) at Omdurman Islamic University
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