Dubai Senior Insolvency & Cross-Border Disputes Associate

Client of MENA Recruit Pty Ltd

Dubai

On-site

AED 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

MENA Recruit is supporting a leading international law firm in Dubai with the appointment of an experienced Associate to join its Insolvency & Dispute Resolution practice. The role offers exposure to sophisticated cross-border mandates, contentious insolvency and restructuring matters, and direct client engagement across a global client base including financial institutions and investment funds.

The successful candidate will have 5–7 years PQE, England & Wales qualification (SQE acceptable) and

Qualifications

PQE 5–7 years in insolvency, restructuring and complex disputes.
England & Wales qualification is essential; SQE route accepted.
Commonwealth-qualified background with experience at an international firm.
Strong drafting, negotiation and cross-border advisory skills.

Responsibilities

Advise on complex commercial litigation and multi-jurisdictional disputes.
Handle insolvency and restructuring matters including liquidations and schemes.
Advise on debt recovery, enforcement, and asset recovery.
Assist with shareholder, partnership and investment fund disputes.
Advise insolvency practitioners and banks on contentious and non-contentious insolvency.
Support regulatory investigations and related disputes.
Advise directors on duties in distressed or insolvent situations.
Manage matters independently with senior lawyers on cross-border cases.
Develop client relationships and contribute to regional business growth.
Deliver precise legal advice with high drafting and matter management standards.