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Clifford Chance

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 Who we are
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 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&rsquo;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&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.
 
 
 
 
 
 Our one firm global strategy is focused on targeted growth led by the needs of our core clients, those who we can best support with the breadth and depth of Clifford Chance expertise, across the sectors and geographies, which matter most to them.
 
 
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they&rsquo;ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that&rsquo;s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you&rsquo;ll find across all of our teams.
 
 
 
 
 
 Whichever area of the business you join, you&rsquo;ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 
 The role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking a senior corporate lawyer with extensive 5-7 years post-qualified M&amp;A and private equity experience.
 
 
 
 
 
 Our offices in the UAE offer a full service which is completely integrated with, and supported by, our global network. We advise clients on major transactions in the Middle East and beyond. Our clients include public and private corporations, investment banks and financial institutions, governments and international bodies. Our lawyers specialise in providing a seamless integrated service.
 
 
 
 
 
 We have the market-leading M&amp;A and PE practice in the Middle East and can offer our lawyers the chance to develop their careers through advising on the pre-eminent transactions in the region.
 
 
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 Premier practice with exceptional expertise in major M&amp;A deals across the region. Represents clients from a broad range of sectors including food and beverages, aviation and financial services, and has played a key role in several major regional bank mergers and acquisitions of late. Has considerable experience acting for international financial institutions, major corporations and sovereign wealth funds. Much admired by the market for its seamless interdisciplinary approach and cross-border depth, with the capacity to work alongside the firm's other departments and offices with ease."
 
 Chambers Global 2021
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 "First-class firm with an impressive portfolio of big-ticket M&amp;A deals across the region.&rdquo;
 
 
 Chambers Global 2017: Corporate/M&amp;A, High End Cross Border, UAE &ndash; Band 1
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The group
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Having established a presence in the Middle east over 40 years ago, we have an excellent understanding of the business and legal environment in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East and offer applied expertise based on our involvement in headline transactions. We have extensive M&amp;A and PE experience in the region.
 
 
 
 
 
 We apply our significant regional, European and international experience to a broad range of corporate, regulatory and commercial activities including mergers, acquisitions and disposals (both public and private), private equity, joint ventures, corporate restructurings and ECM.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key attractions
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Clifford Chance is the number 1 Law Firm in the Chambers Global Top 30 and has more Tier 1 rankings in the Global-wide tables than any other firm.
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 We have long been recognized in directories, awards and by our peers as having the leading M&amp;A and PE practices in the region.
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 Our work on the most complex and innovative deals has helped further cement our reputation and has established our team as the clear market leader. You will work on leading deals for top tier clients in a dynamic and fast-growing market. The range, calibre and international scope of our deal flow is unrivalled. For instance, we have recently advised on the following key transactions:
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 Clifford Chance advised
 
 M42
 
 , an Abu Dhabi-based tech-enabled healthcare company, in connection with its acquisition of the entire share capital of Diaverum AB, that has made M42 the largest healthcare group in the Middle East.
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 Clifford Chance advised
 
 Abraaj Capital
 
 on the US$1.41 billion acquisition of Egyptian Fertilizers Company, the largest private equity transaction to date in the MENA region
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 Clifford Chance advised
 
 Dubai International Capital
 
 and the founder shareholder in relation to their US$296 million disposal of a 75% interest in KEF Holdings Limited to Tyco
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 Clifford Chance advised Mashreqbank on US$385 million NEOPAY sale (https://www.cliffordchance.com/news/news/2024/09/clifford-chance-advises-mashreqbank-on-us-385-million-neopay-sal.html)
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 Clifford Chance is advising
 
 ALAFCO
 
 Aviation Lease and Finance Company KSCP on the US$3.3 billion sale to Macquarie AirFinance of a portfolio of 75 aircraft and order book of 20 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft (https://www.cliffordchance.com/news/news/2024/06/clifford-chance-advises-alafco-aviation-lease-and-finance-kscpt.html)
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 Clifford Chance advised
 
 Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC
 
 (ADCB), First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and Standard Chartered Bank (SCB) and a diverse group of other banks including Dubai Islamic Bank PJSC (who arranged and led an Islamic Murabaha facility) on Brookfield's &pound;2.2 billion recommended offer for Network International Holdings plc.
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 We are committed to working with clients as integrated team members - which means that, from day one, our lawyers have hands-on client contact.
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 We are proud of our reputation for being a friendly, supportive, meritocratic and diverse group and reinforce this with regular social events - both ad hoc and organized.
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 We run a sophisticated global training programme including local monthly courses run by The Academy.
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 Our remuneration package is one of the most attractive in the market.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 You will be given the chance to handle a variety of work, including public and private M&amp;A, and PE transactions across the Middle East.
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 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.
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 You will work closely with clients and other lawyers; and mentor junior associates.
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 Your experience
 
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Proven track record of acting or leading on M&amp;A and Private Equity transactions.
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 All candidates should be fluent in English and will have previous experience working in a top tier international law firm. Fluency in Arabic language would be valued but it is not a prerequisite.
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 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.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 
 Hybrid working
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This role follows our 'balanced' hybrid working approach and as long as business needs allow, you will be supported to work in a hybrid way with the expectation of working from the office for a minimum of 50% of your time.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Equal opportunities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.
 
 
 
 
 
 We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.
 
 
 
 
 
 We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.
 
 
 Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm.
 
 
 
 
 
 Find out more about our inclusive culture here.
 
 
 
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Senior M&A / Private Equity Lawyer

<div>
 
 
 
 Who we are
 
 
 
 
 
 
 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&rsquo;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&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.
 
 
 
 
 Our one firm global strategy is focused on targeted growth led by the needs of our core clients, those who we can best support with the breadth and depth of Clifford Chance expertise, across the sectors and geographies, which matter most to them.
 
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they&rsquo;ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that&rsquo;s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you&rsquo;ll find across all of our teams.
 
 
 
 
 Whichever area of the business you join, you&rsquo;ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Legal &amp; Regulatory Knowledge Management
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Proactively monitor, analyse, and summarise legislative and regulatory developments across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, including guidance from key regulatory authorities.
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 Lead the dissemination of critical updates to fee-earners and practice groups, ensuring relevance and clarity.
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 Conduct in-depth legal research and produce high-quality internal briefings, analysis, and strategic insight reports.
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 Maintain and enhance local knowledge repositories and intranet pages to ensure timely access to relevant knowhow.
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 Drive the categorisation, curation, and uploading of knowledge materials into global knowledge platforms (e.g. Bound Volumes, ACKCs).
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 Training &amp; Induction
 
 
 
 
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 Design and deliver legal inductions for all new joiners, including lawyers, trainees, and secondees in Riyadh.
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 Identify training needs and implement bespoke legal and regulatory training for internal teams and, where appropriate, external clients.
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 Partner with the global Clifford Chance Academy team to ensure Riyadh lawyers are integrated into firm-wide learning programmes.
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 Oversee and facilitate monthly regulatory update and in-depth sessions, coordinating closely with partners. Identify training requirements and deliver tailored legal and regulatory training for lawyers
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 Templates, Precedents &amp; Tools
 
 
 
 
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 Take ownership of developing, maintaining, and updating Saudi law-specific templates, standard form documents, and practice notes in collaboration with the wider fee earner teams
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 Ensure consistency, quality, and accessibility of legal documentation across practice areas.
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 Support the development of checklists, toolkits, and knowhow to drive efficiency and legal excellence
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 Thought Leadership &amp; Strategic Initiatives
 
 
 
 
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 Collaborate on global and regional thought leadership initiatives including newsletters, legal briefings, ESG, FinTech, Hydrogen, and other emerging legal trends.
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 Author or contribute to client publications, white papers, and internal legal horizon scanning pieces relevant to the Saudi market.
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 Play an active role in global knowledge transformation projects such as
 
 Knowledge Reimagined
 
 .
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 </ul>
 
 
 Collaboration &amp; Advisory Support
 
 
 
 
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 Act as a trusted legal advisor and internal consultant to lawyers across the Riyadh office, supporting transactional work with technical legal insight.
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 Respond to complex legal or knowledge queries and escalate matters when required.
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 Build strong relationships with Knowledge &amp; Information (K&amp;I) teams across the Middle East and Clifford Chance&rsquo;s global network.
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 Support knowledge infrastructure growth, including library services and legal content subscriptions in KSA.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your Experience
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills &amp; Experience
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Qualified lawyer with at least 4&ndash;6 years of post-qualification experience, ideally gained within an international law firm or a top-tier legal environment.
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 A strong grounding in one or more of AS&amp;H Clifford Chance's core practice areas including corporate/M&amp;A, general banking, Islamic finance or capital markets is desirable
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 Demonstrated ability to analyse and communicate complex Saudi Arabian legal and regulatory developments.
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 Proven experience in legal research, drafting, training, or professional support work.
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 Exceptional communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
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 A collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused approach to legal operations and knowledge sharin
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
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 Law degree and strong academic credentials are essential.
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 Fluency in English (spoken and written) is required.
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 Proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Key Attractions
 
 
 
 
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 You will be joining AS&amp;H Clifford Chance, the market-leading law firm in Saudi Arabia.
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 Be part of a high-performing and innovative K&amp;I team with access to global best practices.
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 Work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute directly to the strategic development of our KSA knowledge infrastructure.
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 Gain exposure across practice areas and global knowledge initiatives.
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 Access to the firm&rsquo;s award-winning global learning and development platform, the Clifford Chance Academy.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunities
 
 
 
 
 
 At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.
 
 
 
 
 We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.
 
 
 
 
 We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.
 
 
 
 
 Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm.
 
 
 
 
 Find out more about our inclusive culture here.
 
 
 
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Senior Knowledge Lawyer

<div>
 
 
 
 Who we are
 
 
 
 
 
 
 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&rsquo;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&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.
 
 
 
 
 Our one firm global strategy is focused on targeted growth led by the needs of our core clients, those who we can best support with the breadth and depth of Clifford Chance expertise, across the sectors and geographies, which matter most to them.
 
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they&rsquo;ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that&rsquo;s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you&rsquo;ll find across all of our teams.
 
 
 
 
 Whichever area of the business you join, you&rsquo;ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 AS&amp;H Clifford Chance is Saudi Arabia's leading law firms, helping clients achieve their goals by combining the highest global standards with local expertise. The firm has unrivalled scale and depth of legal resources across the KSA and focuses on the core areas of commercial activity: capital markets; corporate and M&amp;A; finance and banking; real estate; public policy and regulatory; litigation and dispute resolution.
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking a skilled and commercially astute Real Estate Lawyer to join our Corporate team in Riyadh. The work primarily focuses on large development projects and real estate financing in the region, as well as investment deals (both direct and indirect) and transactions in the hospitality sector. The successful candidate will work on high-profile real estate transactions and advisory matters, supporting clients across a range of industries, including real estate investment, development, and corporate real estate.
 
 
 
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 Advising PIF on the acquisition of the King Abdullah Financial Centre, the largest real estate project in the KSA and one of the largest in the region.
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 Disposal of the Riyadh Bank Building in the King Abdullah Financial Centre.
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 Advising King Abdullah Financial Centre on leasing and related matters.
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 Advising on Hotel Management Agreements and general real estate matters for Qiddiya
 
 Development Company, the developers of the Qiddiya "Entertainment City".
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 Advising Al-Tayyar Group on the acquisition of a 30% beneficial interest in certain land in Makkah for SAR 803 million.
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 Advising Jadwa Investment Company on the establishment of a real estate fund for the purposes of developing and owning the Al Basateen residential villa complex located in Riyadh.
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 Advising the lenders of Jabal Omar Development in Makkah, Saudi Arabia in connection with the development of land to the west of the Al-Haram mosque and comprising 22 hotels (with 20,990 keys), residential towers and retail areas.
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 Advising Limitless Saudi Real Estate Development Co on a US$12 billion mixed use development in Riyadh, to include homes, mosques, offices, hotels, health and educational facilities, shopping malls and sports stadium.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Key Attractions
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 We are committed to working with clients as integrated team members - which means that, from day one, our lawyers have hands-on client contact.
 </li>
 <li>
 We are proud of our reputation for being a friendly, supportive, meritocratic and diverse group and reinforce this with regular social events - both ad hoc and organized.
 </li>
 <li>
 We run a sophisticated global training programme including local monthly courses run by The Academy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Our remuneration package is one of the most attractive in the market.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your experience
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Solid experience advising on real estate acquisitions and disposals (direct and indirect), landlord and tenant matters, real estate development and asset due diligence.
 </li>
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 Must have experience of advising on Hotel Management Agreements and general real estate matters for Qiddiya
 </li>
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 Advising on real estate acquisitions, disposals, and leasing transactions.
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 Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing real estate agreements, including sale and purchase agreements, lease agreements, and development contracts.
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 Assisting with real estate aspects of corporate transactions, including M&amp;A deals and joint ventures.
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 Advising on regulatory and compliance matters related to real estate in Saudi Arabia, including land ownership, foreign investment, and zoning laws.
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 Collaborating with the wider Corporate team on complex, multi-jurisdictional matters.
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 Engaging with government authorities and regulators to ensure compliance with local real estate laws and regulations.
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 Providing strategic advice to clients on real estate financing, structuring, and risk management.
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 Some real estate finance is useful
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 Have a detailed and strong knowledge of commercial and legal issues affecting the real estate sector.
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 You will have strong legal skills with the ability to provide commercial solutions.
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 Good transactional and management skills.
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 Experience of taking a leading role in advising clients, supervising junior Lawyers/ trainees and completing transactions.
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 You will enjoy working in a busy and supportive team, supervising others and liaising with Lawyers in other practice areas and/or offices in the firm.
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 Candidates should be fluent in English and have previous experience working in an international law firm.
 </li>
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 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.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.
 
 
 
 
 We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.
 
 
 
 
 We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.
 
 
 
 
 Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm.
 
 
 
 
 Find out more about our inclusive culture here
 
 
 
</div>

Real Estate Associate Mid-Level Lawyer (Saudi National)

<div>
 
 
 
 Who we are
 
 
 
 
 
 
 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&rsquo;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&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.
 
 
 
 
 Clifford Chance Dubai is a full service office which is completely integrated with, and supported by, our global network. We advise clients on major transactions in the Middle East and beyond.
 
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they&rsquo;ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that&rsquo;s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you&rsquo;ll find across all of our teams.
 
 
 
 
 Whichever area of the business you join, you&rsquo;ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The work
 
 
 
 
 
 Our work spans the whole of the MENA region and beyond. We work on a broad variety of matters under both English and UAE law including:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lending &ndash; we advise on the full range of banking transactions including secured and unsecured bilateral and syndicated loans, leveraged and acquisition finance, private credit, fund finance, rescheduling and restructuring, loan transfers, participations and loan portfolio acquisitions and disposals. Working with banks, coprorates, SWFs, private capital investors (including private credit providers) and other sponsors.
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 Recent awards include:
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 <ol>
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 Chambers Middle East 2025
 <ul>
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 Band 1 Banking and Finance practice
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 </ul>
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 The Legal 500 Middle East and North Africa Awards 2024
 <ul>
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 Banking and Finance Law Firm of the Year
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 </ul>
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 <li>
 IFLR Middle East Awards 2024
 <ul>
 <li>
 National Law Firm of the Year
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 </ul>
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 <li>
 IFN Law Awards 2024
 <ul>
 <li>
 Kuwait Deal of the Year 2024
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 <li>
 Most Innovative Deal of the Year 2024
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 <li>
 Sukuk Deal of the Year 2024
 </li>
 </ul>
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 <li>
 Bonds, Loans &amp; Sukuk Middle East Awards 2024
 <ul>
 <li>
 Power Finance Deal of the Year
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 <li>
 Acquisition Finance Deal of the Year
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 </ul>
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 <li>
 IFLR Middle East Awards 2024
 <ul>
 <li>
 Equity Deal of the Year
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 <li>
 Loan Deal of the Year
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 </ul>
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 IFN Law Awards 2023
 <ul>
 <li>
 Best Banking &amp; Finance Law Firm of the Year 2023
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
 </ol>
 
 
 Key Attractions
 
 
 
 
 
 We are the world's leading global finance practice. You will work on ground-breaking deals for top tier clients and across the asset classes.
 
 
 
 
 "
 
 Clifford Chance has an impressive team with robust offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi that continue to lead the market in providing professional legal services in banking and finance. The firm advises on a broad spectrum of finance matters and possesses complementary expertise in capital markets and corporate/M&amp;A. The team is also noted for its dedicated Islamic finance practice and extensive experience in aviation finance, where it often works in conjunction with the firm's highly rated asset finance practice in London."
 
 
 
 
 
 - Chambers 2025
 
 
 
 
 The range, calibre and international scope of our deal flow is unique - and makes us stand out from our competitors. Recent deal highlights include:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 the arrangers on an Islamic and conventional financing to GEMS Global (Cayman) Limited as part of the acquisition by CVC Capital Partner of a stake of GEM's Menasa business
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 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 the arrangers and lender group on Brookfield&rsquo;s public to private US$2.8 billion acquisition of Network International
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 </ul>
 <ul>
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 M42, a subsidiary of G42 Healthcare and Mubadala Health, in connection with the financing for the acquisition of the entire share capital of Diaverum AB from Bridgepoint Group in a transaction that would make M42 the largest healthcare company in the Middle East
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 </ul>
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 the lenders on the financing of BlackRock-led consortium's US$15.5 billion acquisition of stake in Aramco Oil Pipelines Company
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 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 a UAE based private credit platform in connection with a NAV facility obtained with respect to its partnership with a US credit fund to invest in mid-market European leveraged finance transactions
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 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 a US private credit fund on secured direct lending facilities made available to a technology group operating in the UAE, including a bespoke multi-jurisdiction security package
 </li>
 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 We are proud of our reputation for being a very informal, supportive, meritocratic and diverse group and reinforce this with regular social events - both ad hoc and organised
 </li>
 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 We are based in one of the most prestigious business developments in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
 </li>
 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 We run a sophisticated internal training programme that is unmatched in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, including local courses run by The Academy plus annual residential training courses in Amsterdam or London
 </li>
 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 Our remuneration package is one of the most attractive in the market
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lawyers are given the chance to handle a tremendous variety of work and the partners actively work towards ensuring individual lawyers receive their preferred mix of work.
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 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 You will be given responsibility for running transactions and working closely with clients. This means that you should have already developed outstanding transaction management and organisational skills as well as superb technical abilities.
 </li>
 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 This role has strong career progression possibilities for the right candidate.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your experience
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 You should have 4-6 years post-qualified experience that has been gained at a similarly high profile firm with strong experience working on fund financings and corporate finance
 </li>
 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 In all cases, you should have first class legal ability coupled with a practical commercial approach; and excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills
 </li>
 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 All candidates should be fluent in English. Fluency in Arabic language would be advantageous but is not a prerequisite
 </li>
 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 You must also have exceptional results throughout your academic history
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Equal opportunities statement
 
 
 
 
 
 
 At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.
 
 
 
 
 We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.
 
 
 
 
 We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.
 
 
 
 
 Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm.
 
 
 
 
 Find out more about our inclusive culture here.
 
 
 
</div>

Private Credit / Fund Finance Lawyer

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 Who we are
 
 
 
 
 
 
 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&rsquo;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&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.
 
 
 
 
 Our one firm global strategy is focused on targeted growth led by the needs of our core clients, those who we can best support with the breadth and depth of Clifford Chance expertise, across the sectors and geographies, which matter most to them.
 
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they&rsquo;ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that&rsquo;s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you&rsquo;ll find across all of our teams.
 
 
 
 
 Whichever area of the business you join, you&rsquo;ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Work
 
 
 
 
 Our work spans the whole of the MENA region and beyond. The team advise on the full range of banking and project finance transactions including limited recourse project finance, Islamic finance, secured and unsecured bilateral and syndicated loans, leveraged and acquisition finance, rescheduling and restructuring, loan transfers, derivatives and other financial products.
 
 
 
 
 The team offers specialist advice in the following legal areas:
 
 
 
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 Bank Lending: Advising on the full range of banking transactions including secured and unsecured bilateral and syndicated loans, leveraged and acquisition finance, rescheduling and restructuring, loan transfers, participations and acquisitions and disposals.
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 Projects: Clients include arrangers, lenders, debt and equity financiers, borrowers, project sponsors, export-credit agencies and international financial organisations.
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 Islamic finance &ndash; we devise and deliver financing solutions that are specific to the needs of our clients.
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 The team devises and delivers financing solutions that are specific to the needs of our clients. As a leader in the growing Islamic finance field, in the past year Clifford Chance has closed more than US$25 billion worth of transactions &ndash; groundbreaking deals that have provided innovative Shari'a compliant structures for clients in markets across the Middle East and beyond.
 
 
 
 
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 Key Attractions
 
 
 
 
 You will work on leading deals for top tier clients. The range, calibre and international scope of the deal flow is unique.
 
 
 
 
 Recent deal highlights include advising:
 
 
 
 
 You will work on leading deals for top tier clients. The range, calibre and international scope of the deal flow is unique.
 
 
 
 
 Recent deal highlights include advising:
 
 
 
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 The lenders to Saudi Aramco on a USD10 Billion Term Loan Financing;
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 The Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund on a number of high-profile mandates both in Saudi Arabia and internationally including a USD10 Billion Term Loan Financing;
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 Several Government ministries on privatisation mandates, implementing one of the key objectives of the Saudi &ldquo;Vision 2030&rdquo;;
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 The merger of SABB and Al-Alawwal, two of the leading banks in Saudi Arabia;
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 The acquisition of souq.com (the Middle East&rsquo;s leading online retailer) by Amazon;
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 Cr&eacute;dit Agricole on the disposal of a 16.2% stake in Banque Saudi Fransi to Kingdom Holding Company;
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 the financiers on the US$10 billion revolving credit facility financing for Saudi Aramco. The financing combined a US$3 billion Islamic
 
 Murabaha
 
 facility, and a US$7 billion conventional facility, provided by over 30 banks; and
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 General Electric on the Saudi aspects of its US$17bn acquisition of Alstom&rsquo;s global power transmission business.
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 The sophisticated internal training programme offered is unmatched in the region and includes local monthly courses run by The Academy with the opportunity to attend training programmes across the Clifford Chance network of offices.
 
 
 
 
 The team is proud of their reputation for being a very informal, supportive, and meritocratic group.
 
 
 
 
 You will feel part of a well organised and structured team which forms a supportive environment in which you can learn and flourish.
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 You will be given the opportunity to handle a variety of work, including general banking and finance, Islamic finance and, project finance transactions.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your Experience
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills &amp; Experience
 
 
 
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 Proven track record of acting on a variety of finance transactions.
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 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.
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 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. All candidates should be fluent in English.
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 Experience in, or exposure to, advising on Saudi Law aspects of international cross-border transactions would be advantageous.
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 You should also have a genuine and demonstrable interest in, or affinity for, the Middle East.
 
 
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 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunities
 
 
 
 
 
 At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.
 
 
 
 
 We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.
 
 
 
 
 We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.
 
 
 
 
 Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm.
 
 
 
 
 Find out more about our inclusive culture here.
 
 
 
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