Head of Legal

The Job Summary The Head of Legal leads the operational legal function of Petromin Mobility, providing commercially focused legal support across vehicle distribution, manufacturing, fleet solutions, logistics and commercial operations, while ensuring effective legal risk management and regulatory compliance. As the Company progresses towards an independent listing. Key Performance Indicators / Measures: • Contract review and turnaround time vs. agreed service levels • Share of contracts executed on approved templates and through the contract management process • External legal spend vs. approved legal budget • Dispute and litigation outcomes, and reduction in legal exposure • Zero material regulatory breaches, penalties or uncovered legal risks • Board, committee and governance documentation completed on time • Internal client satisfaction with legal support The KPIs listed in this JD define what the role is measured on; specific targets and weights are set and may be adjusted annually through the performance management cycle, in agreement with the line manager. Technical / Job-Specific Competencies 1 Legal Function LeadershipLead the Petromin Mobility legal function, its team, external advisers and legal budget, in line with Group Legal standards, to provide commercially focused, cost-effective legal support. 2 OEM, Distribution & Sales AgreementsDraft, negotiate and manage OEM, distributor, importer and dealership agreements, vehicle supply, sales and distribution agreements, and vehicle financing, commercial sales and aftersales agreements, to protect the Company's commercial position. 3 Manufacturing, Procurement & IPLead manufacturing, assembly and industrial services agreements, procurement of vehicles, components and equipment, supplier and strategic sourcing agreements, and IP licensing, technical assistance and technology transfer, to secure supply and protect Company rights. 4 Fleet, Mobility & Logistics AgreementsSupport fleet management, leasing, rental and mobility services, and logistics, transportation, warehousing and freight forwarding agreements, to enable growth of these businesses with controlled risk. 5 Product Liability & Consumer ProtectionAdvise on product liability, warranty, recalls and consumer protection matters, to minimise legal exposure and ensure regulatory compliance. 6 Disputes, Litigation & InvestigationsManage disputes, litigation, product claims and regulatory investigations, including oversight of external counsel, to achieve favourable outcomes at controlled cost. 7 Employment & Labour LawAdvise People & Culture and management on employment and labour law matters, to ensure compliant people practices and reduce employment disputes. 8 Corporate Governance & Company SecretarialProvide corporate governance and company secretarial support to the Board and its committees, to ensure sound decision-making and statutory compliance. 9 Legal Policies & Compliance FrameworksDevelop legal policies, contract management processes and operational compliance frameworks, to embed consistent legal risk management across the business. The Job Profile 1 Educational Qualifications Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent degree in Law. A Master of Laws (LLM) is an advantage. 2 Professional Certifications Admission to practise law. 3 Experience Minimum of 10–15 years of post-qualification legal experience, including significant in-house commercial legal experience; experience in the automotive, mobility, manufacturing or logistics sectors is preferred. 5 Languages Proficiency Fluent English and Arabic, including legal drafting in both languages. Show more Show less