Banking & Finance Associate (1–3 PQE) – Middle East (Dubai)
We are working with a leading international law firm on an opportunity within their highly regarded Middle East Banking and Finance team, based in Dubai. This is an excellent chance to join a top-tier practice advising on high-profile, cross-border financings across the Gulf region, within a team that is fully integrated with the firm’s global banking platform.
The team advises banks, financial institutions, funds, corporates and sponsors on the full spectrum of conventional and Sharia-compliant finance matters. The work is broad, with significant exposure to multi-jurisdictional transactions and international counter parties.
The team are open to relocators in London The practice covers:- Bilateral and syndicated lending transactions
- Secured and unsecured financings
- Conventional and Sharia-compliant structures
- Cross-border and regional Gulf financings
- Portfolio, acquisition and corporate lending
- 1-3 years’ post-qualification experience in banking and finance, following completion of a training contract
- Experience gained at a leading international or City law firm.
- A strong grounding in Loan Market Association (LMA) documentation and end-to-end transaction management
- Experience working on cross-border matters and an interest in developing a Middle East-focused practice
- Strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills
- A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage competing deadlines
- Fluency in English (Arabic and/or prior Gulf experience is advantageous but not essential)
- High levels of partner access and mentoring
- Exposure to English, UAE and Saudi law
- Close collaboration with international offices
- A supportive and inclusive team culture with a strong emphasis on training and development
- The opportunity to build a well-rounded, internationally focused banking practice
- Salary: $,000 USD (+bonus and benefits)
Knowing the firm and team well, we would welcome a confidential discussion to explore this opportunity in more detail.
Please apply or contact Tom Young via email or Linked In.
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