Dubai Banking & Finance Associate – Cross-Border, Sharia

Vasto Legal Recruitment; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 587,000 - 808,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Dubai is seeking a Banking & Finance Associate with 1-3 years of post-qualification experience. You will work on high-profile cross-border financings and engage with various financial institutions and sponsors. Ideal candidates will have strong drafting and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to manage competing deadlines. This role offers a competitive salary of $160,000-220,000 USD, along with a supportive team culture emphasizing training and development.

Benefits

High levels of partner access and mentoring

Close collaboration with international offices

Strong emphasis on training and development

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in banking and finance following a training contract.
• Experience in Loan Market Association (LMA) documentation.
• Interest in developing a Middle East-focused practice.

Responsibilities

• Advise on cross-border, conventional, and Sharia-compliant finance matters.
• Manage bilateral and syndicated lending transactions.
• Collaborate closely with international offices.

Skills

Strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills

Proactive and organised approach

Fluency in English

Education

1-3 years’ post-qualification experience

Experience at a leading international or City law firm

Job description

A leading law firm in Dubai is seeking a Banking & Finance Associate with 1-3 years of post-qualification experience. You will work on high-profile cross-border financings and engage with various financial institutions and sponsors. Ideal candidates will have strong drafting and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to manage competing deadlines. This role offers a competitive salary of $160,000-220,000 USD, along with a supportive team culture emphasizing training and development.