Junior Bilingual Employment Lawyer — Dubai & Middle East

Pinsent Masons; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a junior employment lawyer to join their dynamic Dubai office. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on employment law matters across the UAE, KSA, and Qatar. The ideal candidate will have bilingual fluency in Arabic and English, a strong academic background, and an interest in employment law. Join a growing team that provides a clear path for career development and mentorship in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Career coaching

Professional development programs

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest or experience in employment law ideally with exposure to legal frameworks in the UAE, KSA, and Qatar.
• Experience in both advisory and contentious employment matters is highly desirable.
• Understanding of Middle East labour laws particularly in the UAE, KSA, Qatar, and Egypt.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teams in Dubai and Riyadh on employment law matters.
• Provide advisory support on employment issues across UAE, KSA, and Qatar.
• Assist with contentious employment matters including investigations and litigation support.

Skills

Bilingual fluency in Arabic and English

Strong academic background

Excellent communication skills

Education

Junior lawyer (UK or equivalent jurisdiction)

Job description

A leading international law firm is seeking a junior employment lawyer to join their dynamic Dubai office. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on employment law matters across the UAE, KSA, and Qatar. The ideal candidate will have bilingual fluency in Arabic and English, a strong academic background, and an interest in employment law. Join a growing team that provides a clear path for career development and mentorship in an inclusive environment.