Dubai Construction Disputes & Arbitration (1-3 PQE)

Agnew O'Brien Global Legal Recruitment; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Dubai is seeking a junior disputes lawyer to join its growing Construction, Advisory and Disputes team. This role offers early responsibility and direct client contact while working on substantial international arbitration matters. Candidates with 1-3 years of experience in construction disputes or arbitration will be preferred. The firm provides a competitive financial package and structured training, along with opportunities for genuine career progression in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive financial package

Structured training

Genuine career development

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of post-qualification experience in construction disputes, arbitration, or project-related contentious work.
• Regional experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior lawyers on substantial international arbitration matters.
• Gain exposure to front end dispute avoidance and project advisory work.
• Engage with clients directly on complex arbitration proceedings.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Sound organisation

Collaborative approach

Commercially minded

Job description

A leading international law firm in Dubai is seeking a junior disputes lawyer to join its growing Construction, Advisory and Disputes team. This role offers early responsibility and direct client contact while working on substantial international arbitration matters. Candidates with 1-3 years of experience in construction disputes or arbitration will be preferred. The firm provides a competitive financial package and structured training, along with opportunities for genuine career progression in a dynamic environment.