Senior Manager - Legal

The role is responsible for providing legal advice across various legal disciplines for the organization. He/she represents the firm's best interests from a legal standpoint, balancing commercial and regulatory requirements. He facilitates legal transactions and litigation on behalf of the organization, conducting the necessary legal research and analysis required to produce legal opinions, case arguments, and legal documents. He is also involved in the conduct of legal investigations, the creation of employee policies, and the management of legal risks within the organization. Preferred Qualifications A tertiary-level qualification from an internationally recognized institution in Law (LLB)  Master’s degree of Law or certifications in a relevant field a plus. Years & Nature of Experience A specialist individual contributor or a team lead who has managed and delivered projects Has team or technical supervision skills Demonstrated expertise and experience with complex technical activities  Has worked with more senior staff and dealt with complex issues, larger clients, accounts, projects, or internal relationships. Typically Would have 5 to 7 years of equivalent experience where required competencies and experience has been demonstrated  Technical  Compet encies  Contract negotiations  Legal Drafting and Writing Contract and agreement drafting Research and analytics   Policy Implementation and Revision Regulatory and Legal Advisory Outstanding English language abilities (legal English) Behavioural Competencies Communication Problem Solving Analytical thinking  Attention to details s Collaboration Ability to project manage and lead/moderate discussion.  Ensure/participate in implementation, adherence and enforcement to SAMA Cybersecurity Framework and other related bodies required for D360 Bank to remain compliant to but not limited to policies, procedures, practices, training, reporting, personal due diligence, and vigilance, within departmental/unit activities and operations Business Advisory: Provide legal guidance on all aspects of retail banking operations, including customer agreements, compliance with banking regulations, and consumer protection laws. Advise on corporate banking matters, including loan agreements, credit facilities, and business financing structures. Assist in the development of new banking products and services, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance Support the negotiation and drafting of service  contracts with corporate clients. Review and negotiate terms related to treasury and investments documents including financial instruments, derivatives, and investment portfolios Support Advisory: Review and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements with vendors and third parties, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.  Advise the bank across the board on areas such as employment law, information security, data privacy and corporate governance  Draft legal documents and correspondence Develop, implement, and maintain internal policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate legal risks. Communicate relevant regulations, compliance standards, and policies across the organization Facilitate legal dispute resolution, negotiations, and conflict management activities Liaise with stakeholders to facilitate the conduct of litigation and/or internal investigations and evidence-gathering Update internal and external stakeholders on the progress and findings of litigation and/or internal investigations Keep up with updated legislation including legal and regulatory terns.  Enforce, incorporate, and comply with all necessary controls and related information security (EIS) policies, procedures, practices, training, reporting, personal due diligence and vigilance, within departmental/unit activities and operations.