Associate, Global M&A & Finance (Dubai)

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP; Dubai; On-site; AED 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP in Dubai seeks an Associate for its Global M&A and Capital Finance practice. The role involves handling diverse finance matters with strong emphasis on cross-border work and Islamic finance elements within the MENA region.

The successful candidate will have a solid finance foundation, a track record in banking and finance seats, and be ready to travel. This is a high-exposure opportunity within a leading global firm.

Qualifications

• 2 years PQE in England & Wales terms or equivalent.
• Committed to pursuing a legal career in the UAE.
• Strong technical finance skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Work on a wide range of finance transactions including project finance, leveraged and acquisition finance, and derivatives.
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents and liaise with foreign counsel.
• Contribute to high-profile international deals and client development in the MENA region.

Skills

PQE in England & Wales terms

Legal career in UAE

Islamic finance knowledge

Transactional finance experience

Job description

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP in Dubai seeks an Associate for its Global M&A and Capital Finance practice. The role involves handling diverse finance matters with strong emphasis on cross-border work and Islamic finance elements within the MENA region.

The successful candidate will have a solid finance foundation, a track record in banking and finance seats, and be ready to travel. This is a high-exposure opportunity within a leading global firm.