Posts jobs Middle East

Ref:  2242

PQE:    ,1-3 years PQE     Area of Expertise:  Private Practice    Location:  Dubai

With significant changes in Iran our clients seeks to hire a transactional common law qualified lawyer with fluent Farsi.    There is an Iranian team and strategy in place and as a result require further solid Farsi speaking lawyers to come on board.  This firm has a solid presence in the Middle East and globally with many of its practices rated tier 1 by Legal500 and Chambers & Partners.  Ref: 2242

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Ref:  2291

PQE:    ,8+ PQE     Area of Expertise:  In-House    Location:  Saudia Arabia

Our client is a premier US company with a strong and growing presence in the GCC.   It has acted on a number of high level transactions and its recent hires have been some of the best in the market.   To complement their legal team a requirement has arisen for a senior lawyer with stellar projects experience, ideally attained within the Middle East, to join their team.  This is a great opportunity to make a move to a leading player in the market or for an overseas based lawyer looking to move to a solid top tier outfit in addition to securing/maintaining an upper quartile salary (tax free). Ref: 2291 

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Ref:  2261

PQE:    ,1-3 years PQE     Area of Expertise:  Private Practice    Location:  Abu Dhabi

Are you a Magic/Silver Circle lawyer or at a top-tier US law firm with solid Arabic language skills who is looking to increase their salary but not have to work all hours of the day?   If so, this top tier international law firm seeks a junior UK or US qualified corporate associate to join their Abu Dhabi office.  Working with a number of blue chip corporations and significant Government entities and sovereign wealth funds in Abu Dhabi, you will be exposed to some of the best work in the GCC.  A truly stellar tax free is salary is available in addition to an affable working environment.  Ideally you will already be based in the region otherwise candidates based in financial centres such as London or New York will be considered.  It is essential that you have top-tier experience.  Ref: 2261  

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Ref:  2281

PQE:    ,1-3 years PQE ,3-5 years PQE     Area of Expertise:  Private Practice    Location:  Dubai

Further to several meetings with banking Partners in Dubai it is clear there is more confidence in the financial markets and consequently firms are once again being instructed on high value transactions creating a renewed demand for top-tier Banking & Finance lawyers.  A solid selection of US and UK law firms currently seek candidates based in the region or overseas with either conventional or Islamic Finance experience at leading law firms.  The majority of these roles are for generalist positions with some Islamic Finance work.   If you’re looking to move or join a top-tier firm with exceptional track records in the region and globally please contact me in confidence to discuss in more detail. Ref: 2281 

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Ref:  2282

PQE:    ,3-5 years PQE ,5-8 years PQE     Area of Expertise:  Private Practice    Location:  Abu Dhabi

Two very similar mandates have arisen with these leading firms’ construction departments.    Both firms are highly rated in their respective practice area and jurisdictions in addition to having a very strong presence in the region.   For these roles you will be a well versed construction lawyer with contentious or possibly some non-contentious experience.  You will represent a large regional and international client base and act on some of the region’s highest profile contentious matters.  Ideally you will have Middle Eastern experience and worked with a reputable law firm with a strong construction practice, however, strong candidates based overseas will also be seriously considered.  Highly competitive tax free salary.  Ref:  2282  

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Ref:  2289

PQE:    ,8+ PQE     Area of Expertise:  In-House    Location:  Abu Dhabi

Our client is solid entity with a significant background in the region.  As a result of its growing requirements a senior level role has arisen for a Western qualified Intellectual Property lawyer with 12+ years’ experience to join their legal team.   You will oversee all matters relating to intellectual property for Dark Matter. You will provide legal counsel on all intellectual property matters, manage various licensing activities, draft or review and negotiate IP agreements, to work with the DM products, marketing and other legal and business teams on trademark and copyright related intellectual property issues.  Given the client and the work it is essential you have a solid legal background either In-House or Private Practice.  Ref:  2289 

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Ref:  2241

PQE:    ,1-3 years PQE     Area of Expertise:  In-House    Location:  Dubai

This top 10 UK law firm is a leader in many core practice areas across the region and globe.   Due to its well placed position in the market it once again seeks to grow its team with a well versed commercial litigation lawyer with UAE Court experience and excellent training to assist on contentious matters across the board.  You will assist on behalf of large regional and international clients and act on some of the region’s highest profile matters.  This is a great option for a top-tier commercial litigation lawyer who is looking to maintain quality and pay but in a more relaxed and congenial environment. 

Ref:  2266

PQE:     Newly Qualified 1-3 years PQE     Area of Expertise:  Private Practice    Location:  Dubai

This leading international law firm is very well placed in the insurance market and has by far one of the most established insurance/reinsurance teams in the Middle East.   Working with major international and regional insurance and aerospace companies, you will have access to the best work in the market in addition to working alongside key lawyers in the region.   It is essential you are English qualified and have solid insurance and/or litigation experience at a well-known firm.  For newly qualified candidates a seat in insurance is preferable.  If you would like to discuss this excellent opportunity for a lawyer based in the UAE or an individual looking to relocate to the region please send your CV in confidence.

Ref:  2269

PQE:    ,5-8 years PQE ,8+ PQE     Area of Expertise:  Private Practice    Location:  Dubai

This is an extremely rare opportunity for a GCC or London based PSL or fee-earner looking to join the Dubai office of one of the world’s top-tier law firms.  The role will see you provide high quality learning and development support across their risk and compliance desk in the MENA region and lead the drive to better organise and capture their know-how.   It is essential that you are working at a leading law firm or based in the UAE with relevant experience or ability to move into such a role.   An excellent tax free salary is on offer in addition to the opportunity to join a world class player.

Ref:  2273

PQE:    ,5-8 years PQE ,8+ PQE     Area of Expertise:  In-House    Location:  Dubai

An extremely rare opportunity has arisen for private client lawyer within the Dubai office of this leading law firm.   Advising HNW individuals, both regional and international, you will have access to some of the most attractive work and respected families in the Middle East.  This is a highly prestigious opportunity given the nature and culture of the regional market.   The successful individual must have a minimum of 5 years’ PQE at a respected law firm.  Overseas lawyers are strongly encouraged.   An excellent tax free salary will be on offer in addition to significant career enhancement opportunities.