Head of Corporate Dubai, UAE

We are seeking an experienced Corporate/M&A lawyer to join a well-established regional law firm in Dubai and take a leading role in the continued development of its Corporate practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established senior lawyer or a strong Senior Associate ready to step into a leadership position. The successful candidate will have genuine autonomy to help lead, shape and grow the Corporate practice, working across a broad range of corporate, commercial and M&A matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a broad range of Corporate/M&A transactions, including acquisitions, disposals and investments.


• Advise on joint ventures, corporate structuring and reorganisations, shareholder arrangements and corporate governance matters.


• Draft, review and negotiate transaction documents and wider corporate/commercial agreements.


• Lead matters and manage transactions from initial instruction through to completion.


• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.


• Contribute actively to business development and the continued growth of the Corporate practice.


• Supervise, mentor and support junior lawyers within the team.


• Work closely with senior management and other practice areas across the firm.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with a strong Corporate/M&A background.


• Ideally UK/England & Wales qualified, although lawyers with other recognised European or common-law qualifications may be considered.


• Ideally operating at Senior Associate level or above, with the experience and maturity to take on a leadership role.


• Strong private-practice experience in M&A and general corporate transactions.


• Demonstrable leadership experience or clear potential to lead and develop a team.


• Strong client relationship and business development capabilities.


• UAE/GCC experience would be advantageous but is not essential.


• Candidates currently overseas and genuinely interested in relocating to Dubai may also be considered.


• Excellent written and spoken English.


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Package: Approximately AED 40,000–45,000 per month + benefits, with some flexibility for the right candidate.

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