Commercial Disputes Associate

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

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Dubai is seeking a Mid-Senior Associate for their Dispute Resolution team. The role demands 3-6 years of experience in handling commercial disputes, particularly in arbitrations within various sectors such as technology and financial services. While Arabic is not a prerequisite, candidates qualified in England & Wales, Australia, New Zealand, or South Africa are preferred. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on regional and cross-border cases in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in commercial disputes.
• Experience with breach-of-contract and shareholders disputes.
• Ability to work on regional and cross-border arbitration.

Responsibilities

• Advise on arbitrations across a wide range of sectors.
• Assist with breach-of-contract disputes and expert determinations.
• Support the Dispute Resolution team in delivering client solutions.

Skills

Handling commercial disputes

Advising on arbitrations

Experience with DIAC, SCCA, ICC, LCIA, SIAC rules

Education

Qualified in England & Wales, Australia, New Zealand or South Africa

Job description

Job description

Charterhouse is currently working with a leading international law firm who are looking to expand their Dispute Resolution team for their office based in Dubai. The team is looking for a Mid-Senior Associate with 36 years of experience handling commercial disputes on a regional and cross-border basis.

About the role

The Associate will be advising on arbitrations under DIAC, SCCA, ICC, LCIA, and SIAC rules across a wide range of sectors including technology, telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, financial services, funds, and real estate. This role will also assist with breach-of-contract and shareholders disputes, including earn-out disputes, breach-of-warranty claims, and expert determinations.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, the successful candidate should have 3-6 PQE. Arabic is not a prerequisite and the ideal candidate would be qualified in England & Wales, Australia, New Zealand or South Africa.