Corporate Lawyer

Client of Garfield Robbins International

TOP LOCAL UAE LAW FIRM - VARIED & THRIVING REGIONAL PRACTICE
Salary from 80,000 - 90,000 per annum + Bonus & Benefits (Tax Free)
This major local UAE law firm has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Corporate lawyer to join them in a Senior Associate capacity to take on a lead role in their busy and thriving Corporate practice in Dubai.

The position will entail handling a variety of high-level UAE and regional Corporate work, spanning M&A, joint ventures, investments, restructurings and corporate advisory matters for an active client list including corporate institutions, international law firms, family businesses, government and semi-government entities, as well as HNW and UHNW families and individuals.

The position will also involve responsibility for oversight and management of a small associate and paralegal team. To succeed in this role, applicants will need to have a thorough understanding of UAE corporate law, both onshore and in the major free zones, and be able to expertly guide clients on the best options available for their business operations, including in relation to incorporations and structuring (most notably from an asset protection and risk avoidance standpoint), and all types of related agreements, investments and partnerships.

You will also need to have a practical commercial approach (with a track record in taking responsibility for and managing matters), along with strong drafting, analytical and communication skills, and enjoy being part of a friendly and outgoing firm and team.

In terms of language skills, English fluency will be needed, with Arabic fluency beneficial (although not prerequisite) for the position. Having a long established presence in the UAE, this top firm has an excellent understanding of the business and legal environments in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the wider region.

Via their highly-rated practice and team, they offer a superb chance to develop your career and build your network at high level in the MENA region. Don't miss this varied Dubai Corporate career opportunity - please apply now for details!