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Senior Corporate M&A Lawyer

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Brandon James

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Location:
United Arab Emirates; Saudi Arabia , Dubai

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Salary:

130000.00 - 160000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Senior Corporate M&A Lawyer for Middle East and Riyadh. These roles sit within highly regarded corporate teams advising on complex, high-value transactions across the region and internationally, with a strong emphasis on joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, and private equity. Successful candidates will advise a sophisticated client base, including sovereign wealth funds, private equity houses, multinational corporates, and regional investment vehicles. These roles offer significant client exposure, autonomy, and the opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the firms’ Middle East practices.

Job Responsibility:

  • Advising on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions
  • Structuring and negotiating joint ventures and strategic investments
  • Acting on private equity transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, and portfolio company matters
  • Advising on inbound and outbound investments across the Middle East
  • Working closely with colleagues across corporate, finance, regulatory, and international offices

Requirements:

  • UK or common law qualified lawyer
  • Senior associate level with strong post-qualification experience
  • Trained and practising at a top-tier international or Magic Circle law firm
  • Demonstrable experience in Corporate M&A, with a focus on joint ventures, M&A, and private equity
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, and commercial skills

Nice to have:

  • Middle East or UAE experience is desirable
  • Arabic language skills are a plus
What we offer:
  • Benefits
  • Attractive, tax-efficient remuneration packages

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 25, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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