Of Counsel - Healthcare Regulatory - KSA

Al Tamimi & Company – Of Counsel/Senior Associate, Healthcare Regulatory
On-site | Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

About the Role
We are seeking an Of Counsel/Senior Associate – Healthcare Regulatory professional to lead and grow our Healthcare Regulatory practice in KSA. This senior position will play a pivotal role in advising clients, shaping regulatory frameworks, and driving business development initiatives across the Kingdom.

Key Responsibilities
Advise on healthcare regulatory frameworks, including drafting and reviewing laws, governance processes, policies, and standards.
Provide advisory support on licensing, operational compliance, and regulatory enforcement.
Prepare and implement policies and procedures for healthcare facilities.
Draft and review commercial contracts for public and private sector projects, including PPPs.
Support corporate structuring, M&A, and JV due diligence from a regulatory perspective.
Advise on health data, privacy, and patient consent matters.
Counsel clients in the life sciences and biotech sector, including pharmaceutical, medical device, and clinical trial regulatory matters.
Represent healthcare clients in regulatory investigations and disciplinary matters (medical liability litigation handled separately).
Lead matter strategy, oversight of juniors, timelines, quality control, and client engagement.
Drive practice growth through BD, proposals, and participation in sector events and conferences.

Requirements & Personal Attributes
Qualified lawyer with 10–15+ years PQE.
Demonstrated experience in corporate, commercial, and regulatory healthcare matters.
Strong MENA and preferably KSA healthcare regulatory background.
Proven ability to manage complex files and supervise teams.
Strong commercial acumen with the capability to grow a practice.
Excellent communication and judgment skills.
Fluent in English and Arabic.

Relationships
External clients, regulators, and government bodies; internal collaboration with Heads of Department, Riyadh Office leadership, cross-practice teams, Business Development, Marketing, and Knowledge Management.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential to our success as a Professional Organization is our ability to attract and retain the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are committed to a work environment where everyone can reach their potential, and we have an inclusive culture which respects individual differences.

We undertake and support a number of internal and external initiatives aimed at increasing diversity within the profession and we encourage all our partners and staff to get involved.

Al Tamimi & Company is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and support those in the workplace who have a disability.

Legal

- In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance in Saudi Arabia
- Experience in providing legal advice and support to clients in the healthcare sector
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
- Research skills to stay updated on legal developments in the healthcare sector
- Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently