Mid-Level Banking Associate

Location
United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Salary
Negotiable
Posted
13 Jan 2019
Closes
30 Jan 2019
Ref
101002/001
Contact
Nick Aiyegbusi
Job Title
Associate
Practice Area
Banking
PQE Level
2-4, 5-7, 8-10
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Key Responsibilities:

  • You will be given the chance to handle a variety of work, including public and private M&A, and ECM transactions across the Middle East.
  • You will be expected to take responsibility for and manage transactions. This means that you will develop outstanding transactional and organisational skills as well as developing superb technical abilities.
  • You will work closely with clients and other lawyers; and mentor junior associates.

Key requirements:

  • Currently seeking an outstanding mid-level lawyer with a proven track record of acting and leading on M&A and ECM transactions.
  • All candidates should be fluent in English and will have previous experience working in a "Magic Circle" or top tier international law firm. Fluency in Arabic language would be valued but it is not a prerequisite.
  • In all cases, candidates should have first class legal ability coupled with a practical commercial approach; excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills; and enjoy being part of a friendly outgoing team.
  • You must also have exceptional results throughout your academic history.