Disputes - Top International Law Firm - 1-2 PQE - Dubai

We are working on an excellent opportunity with a top international law firm in Dubai who are looking for a Disputes Associate to join their leading litigation and arbitration team. Our client has an exceptional global reputation, an innovative approach, and a strong track record of handling complex cross-border disputes across the Middle East.

This role would suit someone looking to work on high-profile commercial litigation and arbitration matters while progressing their career in a dynamic, supportive international environment. The team advises on a wide range of contentious matters, including financial services disputes, shareholder and joint venture issues, regulatory investigations, construction arbitration, and general commercial litigation, with a strong emphasis on work across the GCC region.

The Ideal Candidate:

1. 1-2 years' PQE
2. Common or Civil law qualified
3. Strong academic background
4. Trained at a highly ranked international or regional law firm
5. Exposure to international arbitration and/or cross-border litigation is highly desirable

Hydrogen Group has some of the best opportunities globally, with over 50% of our roles being exclusive or retained. Our Middle East team has been recruiting internationally since 2011 and works across our offices in London, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Sydney. We focus on building long-term relationships with the candidates we work with, so even if you're not actively looking right now, we're happy to have an informal conversation to understand your long-term goals.

At Hydrogen Group, we have dedicated teams specialising in In-house and Private Practice roles in the UK, alongside our international desks. With over 300 consultants globally, we've placed candidates in 67 countries. Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond individually. If you haven't heard back from us within two weeks, it's likely your application hasn't been successful on this occasion.

For more information or a confidential chat, please contact: Millie MacEacharn at MillieMacEacharn@hydrogengroup.com