* US FIRM 5-6 PQE CORPORATE SOLICITOR - ABU DHABI *

Hydrogen Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 440,000 - 588,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy in the UAE is seeking a qualified individual for a corporate M&A role. You will advise major clients on strategic transactions while benefiting from a competitive salary and excellent career development opportunities within a high-performing team.

Benefits

Competitive US salary

Bonus structure

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-6 years' post-qualification experience in corporate M&A/private equity.
• Experience working at a leading US or Magic Circle firm.
• Existing Middle East experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Advise on high-value cross-border M&A and private equity deals.
• Work with corporates, funds, and institutional investors.
• Handle joint ventures, restructurings, and investments.

Skills

Transactional experience

Advising global corporates

Strong communication

Adaptability

Education

England & Wales qualified

Job description

The Role

The role offers the opportunity to work on high-end cross-border M&A and private equity transactions across the Middle East and globally, alongside a dynamic group of partners and associates with deep regional and international experience.

You'll be advising global corporates, sovereign wealth funds, private equity sponsors, and institutional investors on complex, high-value deals. The team handles M&A, joint ventures, restructurings, and private equity investments, often with a cross-border or regional dimension.

Key Requirements

• England & Wales qualified (essential)
• 5-6 years\' post-qualification experience in corporate M&A / private equity
• Currently working at (or trained with) a leading US or Magic Circle firm
• Strong transactional experience
• Existing Middle East experience is required - UAE, Saudi Arabia, or wider GCC
• Commercial, adaptable, and committed to a long-term career in the region

Why Join?

• Work with a globally recognised team on high-value, strategic transactions
• Fast growing Abu Dhabi office with strong regional presence
• Excellent platform for career development within a lean, high-performing team
• Competitive US salary and bonus structure