Associate

Remotedxb; Dubai; On-site; AED 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

PLL Legal & CBP is a leading international law practice active in the Middle East region, seeking a qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE. You will assist in cross-border matters and provide practical, commercial advice across complex transactions for diverse clients.

The role demands a strong academic background and English fluency, with experience from top-tier firms or Magic/Silver Circle backgrounds preferred. UAE market familiarity a plus.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE.
• Proven track record on complex, cross-border transactions.
• Strong academic foundation with excellent degree credentials.
• English fluency (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Assist the team with legal matters in the Middle East Region.
• Work on complex, cross-border transactions.
• Provide practical, solutions-oriented commercial advice.

Skills

English fluency

Education

Law degree (LLB/JD)

Job description

About the Company

PLL Legal & CBP is an international legal practice operating in a diverse and evolving business landscape, with a growing presence in the Middle East region.

Responsibilities

• Assist the team with legal matters in the Middle East Region
• Work on complex, cross-border transactions
• Provide practical, solutions-oriented commercial advice

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE
• Experience 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
• English fluency (written and verbal)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Middle East markets
• Arabic language skills
• 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