Senior M&A & Private Equity Associate — MEA Transactions

Arc Legal Recruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

ARC Legal Recruitment is seeking an experienced Associate/Senior Associate for its client’s Middle East practice, based in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. The role focuses on high‑value M&A and private equity transactions across the UAE and wider region, with exposure to a sophisticated multinational client base.

You will manage significant transaction aspects, coordinate with international colleagues, and supervise junior lawyers. Fluency in English is required, and Middle East experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years' post-qualification experience in corporate M&A and private equity.
• Experience at a leading international or highly regarded corporate law practice.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and transaction management skills.
• Strong commercial judgment and ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Fluency in English; Arabic language skills welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Manage significant aspects of transactions, coordinating with clients and international colleagues.
• Supervise junior lawyers and oversee document drafting and due diligence.
• Contribute to cross-border deal execution and client servicing.

Skills

M&A transactions

Private equity

Transaction management

Client relationships

Drafting & Negotiation

Education

Law degree / Qualified lawyer

Job description

ARC Legal Recruitment is seeking an experienced Associate/Senior Associate for its client’s Middle East practice, based in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. The role focuses on high‑value M&A and private equity transactions across the UAE and wider region, with exposure to a sophisticated multinational client base.

You will manage significant transaction aspects, coordinate with international colleagues, and supervise junior lawyers. Fluency in English is required, and Middle East experience is advantageous.