Corporate M&A Lawyer - Abu Dhabi & Dubai (fixed-term and on-site)

RAYNE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal services firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a mid-senior level Corporate M&A Lawyer to provide high-quality legal advice on various corporate matters. The role involves drafting complex agreements, advising on M&A transactions, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have extensive experience in a major law firm and familiarity with UAE laws. This full-time position offers a balance of flexibility along with critical hands-on involvement in key projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with a leading international law firm or in-house legal team.
• Expertise in mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with UAE laws and regulations, particularly in a corporate context.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate complex agreements.
• Advise on M&A transactions and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to the organisation’s strategic initiatives.

Skills

Corporate M&A experience

Strong drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Education

Qualified lawyer admitted in a recognised international jurisdiction

Job description

Overview

RAYNE is changing how leading multinationals, start-ups, and government entities in the Middle East access high-calibre legal talent through flexible resourcing solutions. We connect exceptional legal professionals with businesses needing specialised support on critical projects and contracts. Our approach enables companies to engage top-tier expertise without long-term commitments, while offering professionals the flexibility to work in a way that aligns with their career and lifestyle goals, prioritising balance.

We are seeking a full-time Corporate M&A Lawyer to support prominent organisations based in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The on-site roles involve delivering high-quality legal advice across a variety of corporate and transactional matters. Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating complex agreements, advising on M&A transactions and regulatory compliance, and contributing to the organisation’s strategic initiatives. The role offers a balance of flexibility and hands-on involvement to support the company’s legal and commercial objectives effectively.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer admitted in a recognised international jurisdiction.
• Extensive experience with a leading international law firm or in-house legal team. Corporate M&A experience is essential.
• Expertise in mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Familiarity with UAE laws and regulations, particularly in the corporate and commercial context, is highly desirable.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively in a part-time role.

Position Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Business Development and Sales
• Industries: Legal Services