Abu Dhabi Corporate M&A Associate (NQ-2 PQE) | US Firm

Aventus (Recruitment Partner for a leading US Law Firm); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 480,000 - 820,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US law firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Corporate M&A Associate (NQ-2 PQE) to manage high-value regional and cross-border transactions for sovereign wealth funds, government-related entities, and international corporations. The role offers US-market tax-free compensation, preference for candidates with UAE/Middle East experience, and a background from Magic Circle/Silver Circle or US firms.

Training from a top-tier corporate practice is valued.

Qualifications

• NQ to 2 PQE in corporate M&A.
• Experience from a top-tier corporate practice.
• UAE/Middle East experience preferred; Magic Circle/Silver Circle/US firm background.

Responsibilities

• Private M&A and strategic investments.
• Private equity transactions.
• Joint ventures and shareholder arrangements.
• Sovereign and institutional investments.
• Cross-border transactions and corporate restructurings.
• Due diligence and transaction documentation.

Skills

NQ to 2 PQE

M&A expertise

Top-tier corporate practice background

Job description

A leading US law firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Corporate M&A Associate (NQ-2 PQE) to manage high-value regional and cross-border transactions for sovereign wealth funds, government-related entities, and international corporations. The role offers US-market tax-free compensation, preference for candidates with UAE/Middle East experience, and a background from Magic Circle/Silver Circle or US firms.

Training from a top-tier corporate practice is valued.