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Baker McKenzie

Employment

Global Guide 2026 : Saudi Arabia

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Baker McKenzie

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Employment - Saudi Arabia

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What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie maintains a compact employment practice in Saudi Arabia which is mandated by an impressive list of major global clients. It is well versed in advising on employee transfers and the requirements of Saudi Arabia's nationalisation programme. The firm is additionally well positioned to handle the Saudi employment elements of multi-jurisdictional M&A deals, as well as providing in-depth employment due diligence ahead of IPOs.

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Strengths

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  • The employment practice at Baker McKenzie is excellent; the advice provided is up to date and accurate.

    Employment respondentGlobal

  • Baker McKenzie has a strong team on the ground that offers credible knowledge and experience.

    Employment respondentGlobal

  • Baker McKenzie offers in-depth knowledge and combines global best practices with a hands-on approach. The team produces high-quality output and is also great to collaborate with.

    Employment respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Christiana O'Connell-Schizas
    Christiana O'Connell-Schizas

    Christiana O'Connell-Schizas

    Christiana O'Connell-Schizas acts as the key point of contact for Saudi employment issues. Her wide-ranging practice encompasses regular advice on employee transfers and post-M&A workforce integrations.

    • Christiana is highly knowledgeable on all facets of employment law.

      Employment respondentGlobal

    • I would definitely recommend Christiana as an excellent lawyer.

      Employment respondentGlobal

    • She is a very commercial, dedicated and diligent lawyer with a credible knowledge of Saudi labour law requirements.

      Employment respondentGlobal

    • Christiana stands out for her strong KSA labour law and employment contracts knowledge.

      Employment respondentGlobal
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