Senior Legal Counsel, Global Investment Management

Taylor Root (Dubai); United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm in Abu Dhabi seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to join their team. This role involves overseeing high-value investment deals, drafting and negotiating documentation, and supporting legal for all internal business units. Ideal candidates will possess a Common Law qualification with 6-10 years of experience, strong corporate law skills, and a background in a top-tier law firm. This is a unique opportunity to work on global deals within a strong reputational client.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Common Law with 6-10 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience from sophisticated financial markets (London, New York, Singapore).
• Background in a top tier law firm with in-house experience being beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support all internal business units across legal.
• Oversee high value investment deals and documentation.
• Manage relationships with co-investors and outside counsel.

Skills

Common Law qualification

Experience in financial services

Corporate law skills

Private equity knowledge

Funds management experience

Relationship management

Education

Qualified lawyer with 6-10 PQE

Job description

A leading investment management firm in Abu Dhabi seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to join their team. This role involves overseeing high-value investment deals, drafting and negotiating documentation, and supporting legal for all internal business units. Ideal candidates will possess a Common Law qualification with 6-10 years of experience, strong corporate law skills, and a background in a top-tier law firm. This is a unique opportunity to work on global deals within a strong reputational client.