Project Finance Associate / Senior Associate (4-8 PQE)

Hydrogen Group (recruiting for a Magic Circle Law Firm); Dubai; On-site; AED 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrogen Group is facilitating the recruitment of an Associate or Senior Associate for a Magic Circle law firm based in Dubai. The role focuses on high-profile project finance transactions, advising sponsors, lenders, developers, and government entities on complex infrastructure, energy, and renewable energy projects across the Middle East.

The candidate should have 4-8 PQE and be common law qualified, with a proven track record at a top-tier firm. Regional exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years PQE required.
• Common law qualified (UK, Australia, New Zealand, or other Commonwealth jurisdictions).
• Experience at a Magic Circle, leading international, or top-tier law firm.
• Strong project finance background with exposure to energy, infrastructure, & renewables.
• Middle East experience preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Advising on sophisticated cross-border financing transactions.
• Representing sponsors, lenders, developers, and government entities.
• Handling high-profile infrastructure and renewable energy project mandates.

Job description

Project Finance Associate / Senior Associate (4-8 PQE)

Organising Institution / Firm

Hydrogen Group (recruiting for a Magic Circle Law Firm)

Rolling Basis (Official)

Dubai, UAE

Not Specified

4-8 years PQE; Common law qualified (UK, Australia, New Zealand, or other Commonwealth jurisdiction); Experience at a Magic Circle, leading international, or top-tier law firm; Strong project finance experience (energy, infrastructure, renewables preferred).

Law Firm Job

Contextual Overview

Hydrogen Group is currently facilitating the recruitment of an Associate or Senior Associate for a Magic Circle law firm based in Dubai. The role focuses on high-profile project finance transactions, advising sponsors, lenders, developers, and government entities on complex infrastructure, energy, and renewable energy projects across the Middle East.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Experience: 4-8 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE).
• Qualification: Must be Common law qualified (e.g., UK, Australia, New Zealand, or other Commonwealth jurisdictions).
• Background: Proven experience at a Magic Circle, leading international, or top-tier law firm.
• Technical Skills: Strong project finance background with exposure to energy, infrastructure, and renewables; excellent drafting skills.
• Regional Exposure: Middle East experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Advising on sophisticated cross-border financing transactions.
• Representing sponsors, lenders, developers, and government entities.
• Handling high-profile infrastructure and renewable energy project mandates.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Not specified.

FAQs

• What if I do not hear back? Due to high application volumes, the firm is unable to respond to every applicant. If you have not received a response within two weeks, your application has likely not been successful.
• Is this role exclusive? Hydrogen Group notes that over 50% of their roles are exclusive or retained, and they encourage candidates to reach out for long-term career planning even if not immediately seeking a move.