Legal Assistant

ABYAT is the largest retail store in the Middle East, offering a comprehensive range of home improvement products across an impressive 22,000 square meters. With a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, ABYAT has been a leader in the industry since its establishment in September 2005. Expanding beyond Kuwait, ABYAT is now making its mark in Saudi Arabia and planning further expansion into Qatar and the UAE.

Position Overview: The Legal Assistant will provide essential support to the legal department, working closely with the legal team and internal departments to ensure smooth legal operations and compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Responsibilities include legal document drafting, documentation management, compliance support, contract management, administrative tasks, and communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and preparing legal documents such as contracts, agreements, memoranda, and correspondence.

• Organize and maintain legal files, databases, and documentation systems for efficient retrieval and storage of legal information.

• Monitor legal and regulatory compliance requirements and ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations.

• Support in the review and management of contracts, including tracking key dates and facilitating contract execution processes.

• Provide general administrative support to the legal department, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and preparing meeting minutes.

• Assist in the preparation of legal reports, presentations, and other communication materials as required.

• Stay updated on legal developments, changes in legislation, and industry practices relevant to the organization's operations.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Management, or related field is mandatory.

• 3-5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role, preferably in a corporate/legal department setting.

• Good understanding of legal principles, contract law, and relevant regulations, with knowledge of Kuwaiti laws being highly desirable.

• Strong organizational skills, confidentiality maintenance, and attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal research tools.

• Must own a car and have a valid driving license.

Job Details:

• Job Location: Al Asimah Kuwait

• Company Industry: Retail & Wholesale

• Company Type: Employer (Private Sector)

• Job Role: Legal

• Employment Type: Full Time Employee

• Monthly Salary Range: Unspecified

• Number of Vacancies: 1