Corporate Associate Lawyer 5 /6 PQE - International Law Firm - Dubai

Aventus Global Talent; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading offshore law firm in Dubai seeks a Corporate Associate with 5/6 years PQE to join its Corporate & Funds team. The successful candidate will advise clients on Cayman Islands and BVI law, focusing on private equity, venture capital, and Shariah-compliant funds. A competitive offshore remuneration package, including bonuses and relocation support, is offered. Candidates with experience at a Legal 500 firm and a strong interest in offshore work are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Tax-free remuneration package

Bonus

Relocation support

Benefits

Qualifications

• 5/6 PQE in corporate law.
• Experience at a Legal 500 law firm.
• Strong interest in offshore work.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on various legal matters.
• Work collaboratively with asset managers and family offices.
• Cover fund formation, structuring, and regulatory considerations.

Skills

Advising clients on Cayman Islands and BVI law matters

Experience in private equity

Knowledge of venture capital

Understanding of Shariah-compliant funds

Strong communication skills

Education

Admission to a UK, Irish, or offshore jurisdiction

Job description

Corporate Associate 5 /6 PQE opportunity in Dubai. A leading offshore law firm is seeking a lawyer to join its Corporate & Funds team in Dubai. The role involves advising clients across the Middle East and DIFC on a wide range of Cayman Islands and BVI law matters, with a focus on private equity, venture capital, real estate, and Shariah-compliant funds.

You will work closely with asset managers, family offices, and UHNW clients, covering the full life cycle of fund formation, structuring, regulatory considerations, and governance. The successful candidate will join one of the region’s most established offshore funds practices, consistently ranked Band 1 for technical excellence and client service.

The firm offers a highly competitive offshore remuneration package (tax-free), including bonus, benefits, and relocation support.

Lawyers with transferable corporate or funds experience gained at a Legal 500 law firm and UK, Irish, offshore jurisdiction admission and a strong interest in offshore work are encouraged to apply.