Senior Level Public Policy Lawyer

The Role

Summary

AS&H Clifford Chance provides a market-leading legal offering for Saudi and international clients in the exceptionally dynamic and fast-growing market in Saudi Arabia.

AS&H Clifford Chance helps clients achieve their goals by combining the highest global standards with local expertise. Focusing on the core areas of commercial activity: capital markets; corporate and M&A finance and banking; real estate; litigation and dispute resolution. Our team offers Saudi and international clients the greatest depth of top Saudi and internationally qualified foreign lawyers as well as continuity and stability.

We have amassed a wealth of experience in Saudi Arabia and have led the market in developing many of the features of existing market practice. The team regularly advises key Saudi Ministries and government-owned entities as well as a wide range of government owned, privately and publicly held Saudi and international businesses, listed companies and financial institutions. The firm has a strong track record of advising on some of the most innovative and ground-breaking transactions in Saudi Arabia.

The Work

AS&H Clifford Chance leads the market on legislative drafting, regulatory and public policy matters. This practice is headed up by Dr. Fahad Abuhimed the managing partner of AS&H, who was previously a deputy minister in one of the government ministries himself. Therefore, we are well and truly at the forefront of advising Saudi government entities and their consultants and suppliers on strategic mandates to revise and update legislation and benchmark it against legislation around the world. We regularly advise a number of regulators or governmental bodies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on policies, regulations, rules and guidelines.

Key Attractions

• You will be working in the Public Policy & Regulatory Team alongside counsels and associates, under the leadership of Dr. Fahad Abuhimed.
• You will work on leading and often landmark projects for top tier government and institutional clients. The range, calibre and international scope of the work flow is unique.
• The team is proud of their reputation for being a very informal, supportive, and meritocratic group.
• You will feel part of a well organised and structured team which forms a supportive environment in which you can learn and flourish.
• The remuneration package offered is one of the most attractive in the market.

Key Responsibilities

The role has an emphasis on project management and as well as direct exposure to government and institutional clients, you will have the responsibility of overseeing each project along to its successful conclusion.

You will be involved in drafting assessment reports, bench-marking exercises and gap analysis on behalf of various government ministries and agencies and policy formulation along with drafting the English version of the legislation. A key part of the role is coordinating with other Clifford Chance offices around the network to bring in specialist knowledge, and you are encouraged to build a personal network of specialists that you can draw upon.

The variety of work is very broad and can involve truly imaginative ideas and concepts, often looking to examples/precedents of international best practices.

Qualifications

Your Experience

Skills & Experience

The position would suit an outstanding senior level qualified lawyer.

Whilst experience in governmental affairs, policy formulation and regulatory experience and/or working with network offices/across borders is required, experience in a specific field of law or sector is not essential.

It is essential that you have excellent project management skills and a proven track record in managing projects internally and client relationships.

You should be able to demonstrate extensive experience in (or aptitude for):

• Running or managing cross-office exercises such as benchmarking exercises, for example, including drafting, reviewing and analysing benchmarking reports.
• Managing and supervising teams on projects.
• Drafting memoranda of advice for clients and presenting to clients.
• Previous experience of drafting policies and legislation is essential.

You should demonstrate strong communication and analytical skills and a high level of commercial awareness.

You should desire client exposure and responsibility, and the opportunity to nurture and develop your own personal client relationships.

You should demonstrate the ability to manage and supervise teams and to work closely with counsels, senior associates and partners.

Client Focus

In order to provide outstanding client service and understand, anticipate and fulfil the unique needs and expectations of each client, we are looking for lawyers who:

• can demonstrate a keen interest and enthusiasm to learn about our clients business;
• are empathetic, responsive and reliable;
• are commercial and innovative in the solutions they deliver to clients;
• are good at fostering relationships with clients and team members; and
• have the potential to become trusted adviser to clients.

Company Description

Who we are

We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firms global standards with in-depth local expertise.

Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating - full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. Thats why were so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.

Our one firm global strategy is focused on targeted growth led by the needs of our core clients, those who we can best support with the breadth and depth of Clifford Chance expertise, across the sectors and geographies, which matter most to them.

Youll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why theyve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And thats possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that youll find across all of our teams.

Whichever area of the business you join, youll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunities

At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.

We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.

Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm.