Banking & Finance Associate

Charterhouse; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Dubai is seeking a talented Banking & Finance Associate at the Mid to Senior Level to join their expanding Finance team. The role demands 4-7 years of PQE in banking and finance, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage transaction workstreams effectively. Candidates with UAE/GCC experience or a willingness to relocate to Dubai are preferred. Join a dynamic practice that offers a collaborative environment and mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in banking and finance from a top-tier or well-regarded international firm.
• Ability to run matters with increasing autonomy.
• Commercially minded and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Advise lenders and borrowers on banking and finance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate finance documentation.
• Manage transaction workstreams for cross-border transactions.

Skills

Drafting and negotiation skills

Corporate lending

Real estate finance

Leveraged finance

Acquisition finance

Education

4-7 years PQE

Job description

Charterhouse are working with a leading international law firm in Dubai that is looking to hire a Banking & Finance Associate (Mid to Senior Level) to join its expanding Finance team.

About the Role

The Banking & Finance Associate will work closely with highly regarded partners on a broad range of banking and finance matters, supporting a growing and dynamic practice across the UAE and wider Middle East.

The role involves advising lenders and borrowers on a wide range of general banking and finance matters, including corporate lending, real estate finance, and leveraged and acquisition finance. Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating finance documentation such as facility agreements, security packages, and intercreditor arrangements.

The Associate will also support complex, often cross-border transactions involving regional and international banks, financial institutions, sponsors, and corporates, managing transaction workstreams, coordinating with local counsel, and assisting with deal execution and closings. In addition, the role will contribute to the continued growth of the finance practice and mentor junior team members where appropriate.

About You

The ideal candidate must have 4-7 PQE with solid experience in banking and finance from a top-tier or well-regarded international firm. Strong exposure to corporate lending, with additional experience in real estate finance, leveraged finance, or acquisition finance being highly advantageous.

The candidate should demonstrate excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with the ability to run matters with increasing autonomy. Commercially minded, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-calibre environment within a growing team are essential.

UAE/GCC experience is preferred, or a genuine interest in relocating to Dubai.