ASSOCIATE LAWYER - DUBAI, 5+ PQE
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About This Role
Overview
Join Us in Shaping the Future of Business in the Middle East
We are seeking an exceptional Associate with
5+ years post-qualification experience
to assist our team with the matters in the Middle East Region.
This is your opportunity to work on cutting-edge deals that make headlines and help shape the region's business landscape.
The Opportunity
Dubai stands at the forefront of the Middle East's transformation.
PLL Legal & CBP advises on the region's most significant transactions – from groundbreaking infrastructure projects to complex cross-border M&A and innovative capital markets deals.
You'll work alongside leading government-owned enterprises, multinational corporations, and the region's most ambitious businesses.
As an Associate in our Dubai practice, you'll benefit from:
Exceptional Work
– High-profile, complex transactions that challenge and develop your expertise.
Recent matters include multi-billion dollar project financings, landmark IPOs, and transformative corporate restructurings.
Global Platform, Regional Insight
– Access to our worldwide resources and expertise while developing deep knowledge of UAE, DIFC and regional legal frameworks.
Our thorough understanding of the English, U.S. and the UAE laws in conjunction with prolific work on compliance and global regulatory frameworks enables unmatched insight and seamless delivery.
Career Development
– Clear progression pathways with meaningful responsibility from day one.
Partner-led teams ensure close mentorship and knowledge sharing in an open, collegiate culture.
Diverse Practice
– Exposure across multiple sectors,
*e.g.*
energy, infrastructure, financial services, real estate and technology.
Shape your career according to your interests and strengths.
Tasks
Why Dubai?
Why Now?
The Middle East is experiencing unprecedented growth and transformation.
Dubai serves as the region's business hub, and our office is at the center of this evolution.
With expanding practices across the Gulf and recent regulatory reforms opening new opportunities, this is an exceptional time to build your career in the region.
You'll work in a truly international environment where cultural diversity is celebrated and different perspectives drive better outcomes.
Our people come from varied backgrounds and bring unique viewpoints – we're proud of this diversity and the strength it brings to our practice.
Essential Requirements
- Qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE from a top-tier international law firm or Magic/Silver Circle practice;
- Strong academic foundation with excellent degree credentials;
- Proven track record on complex, cross-border transactions;
- Commercial acumen and ability to provide practical, solutions-oriented advice;
- English fluency (written and verbal) essential.
Highly Valued
- Experience in Middle East markets or willingness to relocate to the UAE;
- Arabic language skills (written and verbal);
- Specialist expertise in Banking & Finance, Corporate/M&A, Capital Markets, Energy & Infrastructure, or Dispute Resolution;
- Common law qualification (UK, Australian, New Zealand, or U.S.) or admission to the bar in the UAE.
Benefits
This is more than just a job opportunity – it's a chance to define your future as a global lawyer with no limits to where you can take your career.
If you're ready to work on matters that make a difference, in a supportive environment that values both excellence and your wellbeing, we want to hear from you.
To apply:
Submit your CV and cover letter detailing your experience and motivations for joining our Dubai practice.
Follow us on LinkedIn to be notified about our vacancies:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/pll-legal-services
Equal Opportunity Employer \| صاحب عمل يوفر تكافؤ الفرص
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is valued and everyone can thrive.
نحن ملتزمون بتعزيز بيئة شاملة حيث يُقَدَّر التنوع ويمكن للجميع الازدهار.
Follow us on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/pll-legal-services
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