Banking and Islamic Finance Lawyer
Position Overview
Job Description
Banking and Islamic Finance Lawyer
Al Jadaan & Partners Law Firm is looking for a Banking and Islamic Finance Lawyer to join our Riyadh practice. You will advise Saudi and international financial institutions on Shari'a-compliant financing structures, regulatory compliance, and cross-border lending transactions.
Role Overview
As Saudi Arabia positions itself as a global hub for Islamic finance under Vision 2030, Al Jadaan & Partners is expanding its banking and finance practice. You will work on sukuk issuances, syndicated murabaha facilities, project finance transactions, and regulatory matters with the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) and the Capital Market Authority.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise on Islamic finance structures including murabaha, ijara, musharaka, and sukuk issuances
- Draft and negotiate facility agreements, security documents, and intercreditor arrangements
- Advise on SAMA regulatory compliance, banking license requirements, and anti-money laundering (AML) regulations
- Support project finance transactions for Vision 2030 infrastructure and energy projects
- Advise on fintech licensing, open banking regulations, and digital payment frameworks
- Work with Shari'a boards to ensure product compliance with Islamic jurisprudence
What We Offer
- Work on landmark banking and finance transactions in the Kingdom
- Collaboration with international partner firms
- Competitive compensation with profit-sharing potential
- Professional development budget
Requirements
- LLB from a recognized university; LLM in banking/finance law or Islamic finance highly preferred
- 5-10 years of banking and finance law experience
- Deep knowledge of Islamic finance structures and Shari'a compliance principles
- Familiarity with SAMA regulations, CMA rules, and Saudi banking law
- Experience with sukuk issuances or syndicated lending transactions
- Fluent in Arabic and English
Perks & Benefits
About This Role
Al Jadaan & Partners Law Firm is seeking a Banking and Islamic Finance Lawyer to join their Banking Law team at the Senior level. This is a Full time, position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the full job description above and apply through LegalAlphabet to be considered for this opportunity.
Compensation
ر.س40,000 - ر.س65,000/year
Practice Area
Banking Law
Position
Senior
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Al Jadaan & Partners Law Firm Hiring Team
Application Deadline
June 18, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
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