Associate/Senior Associate | Investment Funds | BVI & Cayman Focus
A Dubai-based offshore practice is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate (c5 PQE) to join its established Investment Funds and Corporate team. The group advises on BVI and Cayman structures and works closely with regional sponsors, asset managers and international institutions operating across the Middle East and beyond.
This is a growth hire driven by sustained client demand. The Dubai office operates as a key hub, coordinating offshore advice for funds and corporate transactions with a strong cross-border dimension.
The Role:- You will advise on a broad range of investment funds matters, including:
- Hedge, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, energy and credit funds
- Venture capital and growth equity structures
- Digital assets and blockchain-related vehicles
- Fund formation, structuring and ongoing regulatory advice
The role also includes corporate transactional work such as joint ventures, acquisitions, series financings and reorganisations.
Associates are expected to take meaningful ownership of work streams, contribute to client relationship development and engage in associate-led business development initiatives. There is regular interaction with colleagues across multiple jurisdictions, reflecting the integrated nature of the platform.
Candidate Profile:- 5 years’ PQE in corporate and or investment funds
- Qualified in a Commonwealth jurisdiction
- Strong academic background and experience gained with a respected international or leading domestic firm
- Confident drafting and advisory skills with sound commercial judgement
- Comfortable managing client contact and progressing matters with appropriate supervision
- Offshore experience or familiarity with offshore financial services structures advantageous but not essential
This opportunity will suit a technically strong lawyer looking to deepen offshore funds expertise while remaining embedded in a major international financial centre. The practice combines cross-border sophistication with genuine responsibility and visible client exposure.
Ideal for a lawyer seeking top-tier international exposure within a collaborative and forward-thinking offshore practice.
For more information, please send your CV and supporting details in confidence to or apply via this website. Only applicants who meet the stated criteria and match the requirements of our client will be contacted.
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