Global Legal Advisor — Banking & Project Finance

AD Ports Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics and port operator in the UAE is seeking a Legal Advisor to provide expert legal support on international banking and financial transactions. Responsibilities include advising on M&A, project finance, and compliance with global regulations. The ideal candidate will hold a law degree, have expertise in capital structure financing, and possess 5-8 years of relevant experience. This position offers the opportunity to work on significant deals across multiple jurisdictions, contributing to the company's global growth story.

Qualifications

• Expertise in capital structure financing: senior, subordinated, and shareholder/sponsor-level debt.
• Qualify to practice in at least one major jurisdiction (e.g., UK, US, EU, UAE).
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, practical legal advice on financial transactions.
• Review, draft, and negotiate documentation for financial transactions.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel.
• Support bond and equity issuances.

Skills

Multilateral institutions

Cross-border transactions

Islamic finance

Digital banking

Fintech legal frameworks

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Negotiation

Relationship management

Cross-cultural communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A prominent logistics and port operator in the UAE is seeking a Legal Advisor to provide expert legal support on international banking and financial transactions. Responsibilities include advising on M&A, project finance, and compliance with global regulations. The ideal candidate will hold a law degree, have expertise in capital structure financing, and possess 5-8 years of relevant experience. This position offers the opportunity to work on significant deals across multiple jurisdictions, contributing to the company's global growth story.