Senior Associate - Real Estate

Baker & McKenzie Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH; Dubai; On-site; AED 367,242 - 550,863; Full time

Job summary

Baker & McKenzie Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH is seeking a Senior Associate to join their global real estate team in Dubai. The successful candidate will lead various real estate transactions, advise clients, and manage processes from inception to completion.

The ideal candidate has a common law qualification, at least 7 years of PQE, and substantial experience in commercial real estate within an international law firm. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, along with a proactive approach to client relations.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years PQE in commercial real estate.
• Experience working within an international law firm in the Middle East.
• Excellent academic background.

Responsibilities

• Lead on real estate transactions such as acquisitions and joint ventures.
• Manage transaction processes from inception to completion.
• Advise clients across multiple asset classes.

Skills

Commercial real estate experience

Strong analytical skills

Outstanding communication skills

Ability to develop strong client relationships

Proactive and initiative-driven

Education

Common law qualification

Job description

We are currently seeking an ambitious and talented Senior Associate, looking for an exciting and rewarding new role. Interested applicants should be able to demonstrate exemplary technical skills and relish the opportunity to join a truly unique and successful global real estate team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support on a broad range of real estate transactions, including:
  • Acquisitions, disposals and joint ventures
  • Development and mixed-use projects
  • Jointly owned property laws and transactions
  • Hotel and branded residences structures and agreements
  • Leasing, asset management and portfolio transactions
  • Real estate finance and investment structuring
• Advise clients across multiple asset classes, including office, retail, hospitality, logistics and mixed‑use developments
• Manage transaction processes from inception to completion, including due diligence, structuring, drafting and negotiations
• Deliver clear, commercial and pragmatic advice, taking into account regional legal and regulatory frameworks
• Act as a key day‑to‑day contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships
• Generate new ideas and fresh approaches for clients, developing innovative and commercially viable solutions
• Proactively communicate trends and developments of interest to client
• Consolidate and enhance external individual and firm profile and engage in profile raising activities
• Lead and support on business development activities, including raising the individual and firm profiles, contributing to pitches, capability statements and client presentations
• Participate in industry events, thought leadership and market engagement
• Build and maintain long term client relationships, including understanding clients' businesses, economic drivers, markets, and sectors in order to deliver relevant and commercial advice
• Work as part of a team and take an active and leading role in sharing knowledge and experience

Qualifications

• A common law qualified lawyer with excellent academics
• At least 7 years PQE
• Substantial experience of commercial real estate gained within an international law firm in the Middle East
• Excellent written communication and drafting skills
• Initiative and proactivity
• Strong service orientation – a "client first" culture
• Ability to develop strong relationships with clients
• High work standards and ethics
• Outstanding communication skills and the ability to adapt style as required
• Ability to work well in both a team and individually
• Experience of complex real estate transactions
• Strong analytical skills
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn – the right candidate will want to continue to develop their key competencies and skills
• Flexible work practices and ability to adapt style as required
• Open and co‑operative attitude with professional outlook
• Willingness to travel in the region and globally
• Respects and enjoys the diversity of cultural, social and academic backgrounds found in the Firm

Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates.