Senior Associate Corporate Transactions & Advisory

Clifford Chance; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Clifford Chance is seeking a Senior Associate for Corporate Transactions & Advisory in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role involves leading complex corporate transactions including M&A and ECM deals across the Middle East. Ideal candidates will have 7-8 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, with strong drafting and negotiation skills. Proficiency in Arabic is beneficial. Join a dynamic team offering comprehensive support across all aspects of corporate activity and ensure client satisfaction through exceptional legal advice.

Qualifications

• 7-8 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, preferably in a top-tier firm.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Arabic is advantageous.
• Experience advising on Saudi Law aspects of international transactions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate sophisticated corporate documents and agreements.
• Provide high-level legal advice on corporate governance and risk management.

Skills

Corporate Law

M&A Transactions

Drafting and Negotiation

Client Relationship Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Qualified Lawyer with 7-8 years of experience

Job description

Senior Associate Corporate Transactions & Advisory

We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm’s global standards with in-depth local expertise.

Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating — full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That’s why we’re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.

Whichever area of the business you join, you’ll become an integral part of an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.

The role

We advise many of the world’s leading companies on public and private M&A, disposals, demergers, joint ventures, restructurings and high value commercial contracts with a particular focus on complex, cross‑border transactions. Our team works closely with antitrust specialists on merger control matters and collaborates with experts across finance, capital markets, litigation, tax, pensions, employment and real estate to deliver integrated advice. We combine international deal execution skills with deep local market knowledge and sector‑focused expertise. Our practice also covers corporate governance, regulatory compliance, intellectual property and technology advisory, providing clients with comprehensive support across all aspects of corporate activity.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
• Handle a variety of work, including public and private M&A, and ECM transactions across the Middle East.
• Provide high‑level strategic legal advice to clients on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of sophisticated corporate documents and agreements.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior associates and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Collaborate with other practice areas within the firm to provide comprehensive and integrated legal solutions.
• Maintain and enhance client relationships, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and retention.
• Stay abreast of legal developments and industry trends to provide proactive and forward‑thinking advice to clients.

Your experience

• Qualified lawyer with 7‑8 years of post‑qualification experience in corporate law, preferably within a top‑tier international law firm.
• Proven track record of acting or leading on M&A and ECM transactions.
• Experience in, or exposure to, advising on Saudi Law aspects of international cross‑border transactions would be advantageous.
• Extensive experience in managing and executing complex corporate transactions.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Proactive, with a strong sense of initiative and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in Arabic is advantageous.
• Genuine and demonstrable interest in, or affinity for, the Middle East.
• First‑class legal ability coupled with a practical commercial approach; excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills; exceptional academic results.