Job ID: 14539
Sector:
Legal
Location: NEOM, Saudi Arabia
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OVERVIEW
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NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.
As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.
As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.
Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!
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ROLE OVERVIEW
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We are searching for an experienced real estate attorney to represent NEOM values and protect its interest by providing legal support to NEOM Co. on its challenging and innovative real estate projects. This role requires all manner of real estate, land and property related expertise as this hire will help to broaden the skills of an agile and growing L&C team. Leadership skills, strong technical expertise, flexibility, timeliness and accuracy, and expert relationship management will be critical for the successful applicant.
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REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY
- Build relationships with the business to become a trusted advisor
- Collaborate effectively with outside counsel, serving as the primary internal liaison on real estate matters
- Provide relevant expertise and assurance to relevant teams on drafting and negotiating contracts and providing legal advisory support on various requirements
- Analyze and communicate legal advice with respect to Project related queries
- Ideally, be able to advise on environmental law, planning, corporate structuring, investment management and disputes, as required
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ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES
The Senior Manager Real Estate responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Stakeholder Management
- Support the Legal & Compliance Department function by taking the lead on Projects transactions and the related documents, reviews and discussions
- Engage in drafting and negotiating diverse types of agreements and ancillary documents, primarily based on NEOM templates
- Assist and support others within the legal department by providing advice, training, and/or guidance
- Provide other legal services and advice to the company as needed
Knowledge, skills and Experience
- Extensive proven experience managing large and complex Projects transactions
- Experience in Projects development throughout all its phases: planning, execution, and post-completion
- Excellent drafting and negotiation with strong commercial acumen
- Exceptional written and verbal communication and critical thinking skills
- Ability to influence and collaborate with members of the real estate legal team, wider L&C team, and business partners
- Strong analytical and innovation skills, solutions oriented and with a practical approach
- Self-directed with strong initiative, organizational skills, and ability to work well under pressure
- Flexibility, creativity and ability to adapt to changing needs
- Knowledge of environmental, planning and land-use requirements a plus
Culture and Values
- Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values https://www.neom.com/en-us/about.
- Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in NEOM’s Code of Conduct.
- Maintain fair, ethical and professional work practices in accordance with NEOM’s Values and Code of Conduct.
- Adhere to NEOM’s Policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with rules.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- 10+ years exoerience in similar field
- Relevant technical expertise and law firm or in-house experience
- Experience in PQE
- Superior academic credentials with a law degree from a leading university and/or law school
- Willingness to be based in NEOM community
- Saudi national a plus
- GCC experience a plus
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
- High level of emotional intelligence and diplomacy.
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in Law or relavent field
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NEOM is committed to attracting and retaining the highest caliber of employees to support NEOM’s vision, mission and strategy. NEOM sources the best candidates based on fit for the role and searches local and global markets to identify talent.
NEOM is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, disability, age, or any other form of discrimination/other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.
As part of our recruitment process, NEOM will undertake reference checks to confirm suitability for the role. All offers of employment are subject to references, evidence of all qualifications and awards, and other background checks being satisfactorily completed. Additionally, all offers are subject to the candidate being able to successfully obtain a work visa to enter and work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The employee may be required to perform additional job-related tasks and duties as assigned. To meet NEOM’s objectives and business needs, the work location is subject to change. Non office-based roles involve outdoor activities. Candidates should be prepared to work outdoors and on construction sites as part of their job responsibilities.
NEOM uses artificial intelligence as part of its recruitment process to assist and enhance efficiency. However, all final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters, ensuring that NEOM’s employment process remains fair and transparent.
The actions of our team should always support the NEOM Values
Learn more about NEOM’s Values
NEOM is the land of the future where the greatest minds and best talents are empowered to embody pioneering ideas and exceed boundaries in a world inspired by imagination.
NEOM is powered by our vision to build a profitable, sustainable and innovation-driven economy, powered by our 14 key sectors. Future-oriented and legacy-free, we're offering our partners and talent the optimum environment to foster unrestricted thinking and fresh solutions to today's most pressing challenges. NEOM is open for business.
