Legal Trainee - Global M&A & Capital (Saudi)

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP is recruiting a Saudi national legal trainee for the GMAC practice in Riyadh. You will work on a broad mix of transactions and matters with an international dimension, gaining visibility across our global network.

The role offers exposure to corporate, M&A, and regulatory work in a leading Middle East practice, with supervision by senior lawyers and opportunities to develop research, knowledge management, and business development skills.

Qualifications

• Saudi national with a law degree from a KSA university.
• Currently registered or in the process to obtain a training licence with the Saudi Ministry of Justice as a Legal Trainee.
• Strong academic record and ability to work in a team.
• Excellent English communication (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Work on a broad mix of transactions and matters with international dimension under supervision.
• Support top-tier M&A and corporate work in the GMAC and DR teams.
• Contribute to research, translations, and knowledge management.
• Develop client relationships and business development activities.
• Demonstrate flexibility and professional attitude under pressure.

Skills

English comms

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Client service

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor of Laws (KSA)

Job description

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP is recruiting a Saudi national legal trainee for the GMAC practice in Riyadh. You will work on a broad mix of transactions and matters with an international dimension, gaining visibility across our global network.

The role offers exposure to corporate, M&A, and regulatory work in a leading Middle East practice, with supervision by senior lawyers and opportunities to develop research, knowledge management, and business development skills.