Legal consultant (interim) – 7+ PQE-Competition Law - UAE

Allen & Overy; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Allen & Overy is seeking Senior Competition Lawyers for interim contracts in Dubai. Candidates must have over 7 years of competition law experience, including compliance and investigations, and ideally in-house legal experience. The role offers opportunities for flexibility and professional development. This is a unique chance to join a prestigious global consulting platform with access to top-tier clients and resources.

Benefits

Access to training and development events

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Have 7+ years post-qualification experience at a top-tier law firm for competition work.
• Ideally, possess recent in-house legal experience in competition law.
• Fluency in Arabic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise on all aspects of competition law, including compliance.
• Handle merger control notifications and antitrust investigations.
• Draft and review contracts for compliance with competition law.

Job description

Peerpoint is A&O Shearman’s global platform for self-directed consultant lawyers who want to access the best work, clients, resources, and bespoke support, while undertaking assignments of typically six months or more, either within A&O Shearman’s practice groups or directly with clients.

Typical assignments based in Abu Dhabi or Dubai are 6 months in length and full time. There can also be opportunities that allow for flexible working arrangements.

To find out more, please visit www.peerpoint.com.

We are currently looking for lawyers with 7+ years’ top-tier post-qualification experience in competition law advising the company on all aspects of competition law, including compliance and risk management. Handling merger control notifications and antitrust investigations. Drafting and reviewing contracts to ensure compliance with competition law. Providing training and guidance to internal stakeholders.

Examples of opportunities include :

Senior Competition Lawyer - In House Counsel - 6mth Interim contract - Renewables / Energy or Construction Industry

Senior Competition Lawyer - In House Counsel - 6mth interim contract - Financial Institution

Our Criteria

Successful candidates will :

• have a minimum of seven years' post-qualification experience at a law firm ranked as top tier for competition work;
• ideally have recent in-house legal experience within competition law;
• preferably have experience in the Middle East and fluency in Arabic;
• have a desire to take ownership of their career and be responsible for their own professional development and network, proactively making use of any support and resources available;
• have researched the personal and financial factors that you need to consider when commencing a career as a legal consultant and be comfortable with the ways in which it differs from permanent employment;
• have a consultant mindset, including a highly professional, flexible, and adaptable outlook and approach;
• have a practising certificate (or equivalent) which entitles them to practise as a lawyer in the region.

What makes consulting with Peerpoint different?

A career with Peerpoint is unmatched in the market. Over the last decade, we’ve helped lead the transformation of legal consulting as a truly credible option alongside private practice and in-house legal careers. We also have one of the most supportive offerings around, all with the full backing of A&O Shearman.

Empowering your development – you’ll be fully supported by our experienced team and will have access to A&O Shearman’s training, development, and networking events, including opportunities to grow your skillset with A&O Shearman’s Advanced Delivery & Solutions businesses.

Only the best for you – with access to the world’s leading businesses and most progressive roles, we’ll find you a role that’s the perfect fit. On assignment, you’ll have access to A&O Shearman partners and professional support lawyers as well as extensive knowledge resources.

Let your priorities lead – it’s never been more important to find the right balance. That could mean more flexibility over the time you spend between your personal and professional life, whether that's to pursue a passion, spend time with family, or take breaks to travel the world.

Futureproof your career – if you need coaching or mentoring, our team can guide you on the range of diverse paths to help you grow your experience. By understanding your needs and supporting you at every step, we’ll help you succeed so you can flourish both today and tomorrow.