construction lawyer

Client of Garfield Robbins International

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 This major UK and international law firm have an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Senior Associate to join their busy and thriving Transactional Construction practice in Dubai. The role provides the opportunity to work on variety of large and complex construction transactions, spanning a full range of major Energy, Infrastructure and Real Estate projects, both within the UAE and throughout the wider GCC region. Day to day scope of the role will therefore include drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of construction contracts and related documentation, including building contracts (particularly in FIDIC standard forms), consultancy agreements, and ancillary security arrangements, as well as FEED, EPC, EPCM, design, construction and O&amp;M / LTSA agreements. While part of a strong team, and with the benefit of supervision and training by experienced Gulf lawyers, you can also expect plenty of responsibility and will be actively participating in meetings with major clients and assisting their legal and project teams in their negotiations from the outset. Applicants should ideally be UK or Common Law qualified lawyers, with experience in high-end construction transactions gained within a well-regarded international law firm; GCC regional experience and Arabic language skills, while advantageous, are not essential.</div>

Transactional Construction Lawyer

Peerpoint

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 Progressive legal careers
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Elevate Your Legal Career with Peerpoint &ndash; A&amp;O Shearman&rsquo;s Global Consulting Platform
 
 
 
 Peerpoint offers a unique opportunity for experienced lawyers and attorneys to engage in interim legal consulting work at the highest level. As part of A&amp;O Shearman, our consultants are tasked with supporting both the firm and its clients on often landmark, challenging and interesting deals across the UAE and globally.
 
 
 
 
 
 Whether you're seeking contract legal roles, fractional assignments, or flexible secondments, Peerpoint enables you to shape a career that reflects your ambitions while
 
 
 maintaining the quality, integrity, and prestige associated with one of the world&rsquo;s leading law firms.
 
 
 
 
 
 We work with some of the UAE&rsquo;s and Middle East&rsquo;s most well-known, renowned and sought-after clients. Our assignments often run for six months and are generally based in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
 
 
 To find out more, please visit www.peerpoint.com.
 
 
 
 Join us
 
 
 
 Due to an influx of opportunities, we are seeking lawyers with front-end construction, infrastructure, and major project experiences to join our UAE panel. You will have the opportunity to work on high-profile, complex developments across diverse sectors, advising on every stage from project inception and financing to delivery and dispute resolution. Collaborate with industry leaders, expand your skills in a fast-paced environment, and make a tangible impact on landmark projects that drive progress and innovation. If you are looking to work on exciting and interesting deals in a way that suits your personal circumstances, we want to hear from you.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Examples of recent opportunities include:
 
 
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 Giga project:
 
 Our client was looking for a projects lawyer with both front-end and back-end construction experience to support them as they ramped up. They needed a lawyer with significant Middle Eastern experience working on large scale projects across civil infrastructure, power and energy projects.
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 Supporting the practice
 
 : Since establishing Peerpoint UAE, many of our lawyers have supported A&amp;O Shearman&rsquo;s Projects team, working on high-profile energy, infrastructure and PPP deals from green hydrogen and renewables to major transport and social infrastructure projects across the Middle East, Africa and beyond.
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 Oil and gas company:
 
 We have worked with a number of oil and gas organisations across the Middle East. Our lawyers have covered a variation of projects supporting and advising on the structuring, negotiation and documentation of LNG project agreements, including EPC contracts, joint venture agreements, shareholder agreements and LNG sale and purchase agreements (SPA&rsquo;s)
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 Maritime logistics company:
 
 The client required a mid to senior level lawyer with strong project finance and project development experience, including work on transactions involving major international lenders or agencies, and ease with complex deal paperwork spanning key terms, financing, and risk management. The role also required partnering with internal functions, such as finance and sourcing, to shape legal input on financing materials
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 Our Criteria
 
 
 
 
 Successful candidates will:
 
 
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 a minimum of four years' post-qualification experience at a top tier firm for your specialism and jurisdiction
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 recent in-house legal experience within an energy, construction, transport or infrastructure company is beneficial but not essential
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 Middle Eastern experience and Arabic language skills are advantageous
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 a current practising certificate (or equivalent)
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 Why consulting with Peerpoint stands apart
 
 
 
 Peerpoint offers a market-leading consulting career. For over a decade, we&rsquo;ve helped redefine legal consulting as a credible alternative to private practice and in-house roles&mdash;backed by A&amp;O Shearman and one of the most supportive platforms in the market.
 
 
 
 Empowering your development
 
 &ndash; you&rsquo;ll have dedicated support from our experienced team plus access to A&amp;O Shearman training, development and networking, including opportunities to upskill with A&amp;O Shearman&rsquo;s Advanced Delivery &amp; Solutions businesses.
 
 
 
 Only the best for you
 
 &ndash; with access to world‑class clients and progressive roles, we&rsquo;ll match you to opportunities that fit. On assignment, you can draw on A&amp;O Shearman partners, professional support lawyers and extensive knowledge resources.
 
 
 
 Let your priorities lead
 
 &ndash; find the balance that matters to you. Gain flexibility to pursue passions, spend time with family or take breaks to travel.
 
 
 
 Future‑proof your career
 
 &ndash; whether you want coaching or mentoring, we&rsquo;ll guide you through diverse paths to build experience. By understanding your goals and supporting you at every step, we help you succeed and flourish.
 
 
 
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Construction/Projects Lawyer

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 We are partnering with a leading Saudi group to appoint a Legal Director to oversee legal and commercial matters across a diverse portfolio of construction and infrastructure projects.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is a senior role for a Saudi qualified lawyer who combines deep knowledge of the full project lifecycle from design and procurement through construction and completion, with strong experience managing contentious construction matters, including claims, variations, and disputes.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Lead on all legal aspects of major development and construction projects, advising across contract negotiation, project delivery, and dispute management.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of construction, consultancy, EPC, and development agreements.
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 Manage contentious issues including delay claims, variations, defects, and payment disputes, working closely with project teams, external counsel, and senior management to achieve commercially effective resolutions.
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 Oversee external lawyers on litigation and arbitration, ensuring strategies align with business objectives.
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 Provide proactive legal support to project directors, commercial teams, and procurement, ensuring sound risk allocation and contract administration practices.
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 Strengthen internal governance, claims management, and compliance processes to enhance project delivery.
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 Requirements
 
 
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 Saudi-qualified Lawyer holding an LLB and LLM from recognised university.
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 6&ndash;10 years PQE, gained in a top-tier law firm, developer, or contractor.
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 Strong technical understanding of construction contracts, project delivery frameworks, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
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 Proven experience handling contentious construction matters, including claims management, settlement negotiations, and coordination of arbitration or court proceedings.
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 Strong command of both Arabic and English, with excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
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 Commercially minded, confident engaging at senior levels, and adept at balancing legal and operational priorities.
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Legal Director

Agnew O'Brien Global Legal Recruitment

Overview A rare opportunity has arisen for an ambitious construction lawyer to join a leading regional law firm's Construction & Infrastructure practice in the UAE. The successful candidate will focus on front-end construction work, supporting a diverse range of high-profile projects across the GCC, including infrastructure, power, healthcare, commercial and leisure developments. Responsibilities <ul><li>Drafting and negotiating construction contracts (FIDIC and bespoke) for a range of major projects, including infrastructure, power, buildings and leisure facilities.</li><li>Advising on PPP projects, including roads, hospitals and schools.</li><li>Drafting and negotiating O&M and FM contracts for stadia, industrial facilities, hospitals and commercial developments.</li><li>Preparing suites of construction-related templates for government entities, developers and contractors across the GCC.</li></ul> Qualifications <ul><li>Between 3-5 years' post-qualification experience, ideally gained with a top-tier international or regional firm.</li><li>A strong academic background, excellent drafting ability and a sound understanding of FIDIC and bespoke construction contracts are essential.</li></ul> What we offer A collaborative, market-leading environment with exposure to regional mega-projects, professional development, and long-term career progression. A competitive tax-free financial package will be offered, together with excellent benefits and the opportunity to work within a respected firm that continues to shape the Middle East's built environment. How to apply For a confidential discussion about this position, please forward your CV and supporting details to or apply via this website. Only applicants who meet the stated criteria and match the requirements of our client will be contacted. About Agnew O'Brien Agnew O'Brien is a trusted recruitment partner to the legal sector, providing tailored services to exceptional talent across the globe.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?D9MLp94I7TMdyDwzpqztckmoJST0H%2bzAd" width="0" height="0" />

Front End Construction Associate 3-5 PQE United Arab Emirates

Mackenzie Jones Middle East

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 To manage legal risk across company and act as skilled and commercially minded Construction Front-End and Disputes lawyer to company and its group entities. This role will support the General Counsel in advising on the group&rsquo;s construction and master development plans by providing legal advice across the full lifecycle of construction projects &mdash; from procurement and contract negotiation and drafting; legal advice during the project to dispute mitigation and resolution and regulatory compliance. The position requires deep expertise in UAE law, FIDIC, international arbitration, and regional regulatory frameworks, with a focus on mitigating legal risks and ensuring compliance with both FIDIC and bespoke contractual arrangements. The role will provide legal advice to internal stakeholders on project development, procurement strategies, and contract negotiations, ensuring robust legal foundations for complex engineering and construction ventures. On the disputes side, the role involves managing and advising on contentious construction matters and managing external counsel (where appropriate) including in respect of claims, variations, delay disputes, and termination issues, across both onshore UAE courts and at arbitration. The role involves providing legal advice across a wide range of different types of construction projects and ensuring compliance with applicable law and regulation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
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 Bachelor of Laws degree and a legal qualification from a recognised institute
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 Master&rsquo;s degree in law from a recognised institute (preferred but not essential)
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 Active &amp; current membership from a recognized legal association or regulatory body from a common law jurisdiction such as the UK, Canada, Australia or the US.
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 Minimum of 8 years&rsquo; experience gained at a credible law firm with additional experience in-house preferred.
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Senior Legal Counsel (Construction – Front End & Disputes)

WSP in the Middle East

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 WSP Middle East is looking for a graduate lawyer to join its busy and vibrant legal team. In this role, you will provide legal support to WSP throughout the Middle East, with a primary focus on helping manage our corporate portfolio and reviewing and negotiating construction industry contracts.
 
 
 This is an excellent opportunity for a recent law graduate to gain hands-on legal experience in a dynamic and supportive environment. To be suitable for this role, you must be organised, display excellent written/communication skills, and have the ability to apply sound legal and commercial judgment. You must hold a law degree, ideally with a focus on Civil Law systems.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Support the delivery of legal services to different teams across the Middle East business in a timely and professional way.
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 Assist with the day-to-day tasks related to managing company entities in the Middle East, including setting up, closing down, or making changes to business registrations.
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 Help review, draft, and organize different types of contracts and agreements, such as consultancy contracts and subcontracts.
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 Stay informed about relevant laws and regulations that may affect WSP&rsquo;s operations in the region.
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 Support the legal team in managing the company&rsquo;s corporate documents and activities in the Middle East.
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 Share observations and suggestions on corporate matters with senior members of the legal team.
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 Work closely with other teams to help manage WSP&rsquo;s legal and corporate responsibilities in the Middle East.
 
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Hold a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university.
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 Recently graduated or possess up to 2 years of relevant legal experience, ideally within the construction or infrastructure sector.
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 Demonstrate fluency in both Arabic and English, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
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 Exhibit the ability to adapt to changing business needs and quality standards, with a focus on continuous improvement.
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 Possess strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working within cross-functional teams.
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 Show a proactive attitude toward learning and developing legal expertise.
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 Embrace new challenges with flexibility and a solutions-oriented mindset.
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 Must be a UAE National.
 
 
 
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 Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
 
 
 
 Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
 
 
 
 With us, you can. Apply today.
 
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Graduate Lawyer (Emirati National)

Pinsent Masons

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Construction Advisory Disputes Lawyer
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Doha
 
 
 
 Contract Type:
 
 Permanent
 
 
 We are recruiting for an Associate (minimum of 4 PQE) to join our Construction Advisory Disputes (&ldquo;CAD&rdquo;) team in Doha.
 
 
 
 ABOUT THE DOHA TEAM:
 
 
 
 Our CAD team in Doha is comprised of first-class construction specialists engaging in complex and high value construction and energy disputes. We are a market leading, dynamic and growing global team who work together with our regional colleagues to produce outstanding results for our clients.
 
 
 
 ACHIEVEMENTS:
 
 
 
 Consistently ranked number 1 globally for construction, energy and infrastructure ranked among the top 100 arbitration practices worldwide by Global Arbitration Review with a first class team of over 170 lawyers. Pinsent Masons LLP is recognised both nationally and internationally as the leading adviser to the construction and engineering industries and for infrastructure and energy projects. We have an unrivalled reputation in acting for contractors, project companies, developers, public bodies, funders and insurers. We act for over half of the UK's top 50 contractors, a large number of the top contractors worldwide and an impressive range of private and public sector clients. Our deep understanding and close alignment to the construction sector enables us to offer an "entire project life cycle" service to our clients. Our legal services span national and international procurement techniques and strategies and all forms of dispute resolution.
 
 
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 Winner - &lsquo;Qatar Law Firm of the Year&rsquo; &ndash; Asian Legal Business Awards 2022
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 Winner &ndash; &lsquo;Construction &amp; Real Estate Law Firm of the Year&rsquo; &ndash; Asian Legal Business Awards 2022
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 Winner &ndash; &lsquo;Qatar International Law Firm of the Year&rsquo; &ndash; Lexis Qatar Business Law Forum 2022
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 Winner - &lsquo;Property &amp; Construction Law Firm of the Year&rsquo; &ndash; Lexis Qatar Business Law Forum 2022
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 Honourable mention &ndash; &lsquo;Commercial Litigation Team of the Year&rsquo; &ndash; Lexis Qatar Business Law Forum 2022
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 Winner &ndash; &lsquo;Real Estate &amp; Construction Team of the Year&rsquo; &ndash; The Oath Middle East Legal Awards 2020-21 and 21-2022
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 Honourable mention &ndash; &lsquo;Infrastructure &amp; Energy Team of the Year&rsquo; &ndash; The Oath Middle East Legal Awards 21-2022
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 Winner &ndash; &lsquo;Construction Team of the Year&rsquo; 2019 and 2021 - Middle East Legal Awards
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 Winner &ndash; &lsquo;ADR Team of the Year&rsquo; &ndash; Qatar Business Law Forum 2021
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 Winner &ndash; &lsquo;Construction Team of the Year&rsquo; &ndash; Middle East Legal Awards 2021
 
 
 
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 KEY RANKINGS:
 
 
 
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 Chambers &amp; Partners &ndash; Dispute Resolution - Band 2
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 Chambers &amp; Partners &ndash; Projects and Energy &ndash; Band 2
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 Legal 500 &ndash; Dispute Resolution &ndash; Band 2
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 Legal 500 &ndash; Projects, Real Estate and Construction &ndash; Band 3
 
 
 
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 OUR WORK:
 
 
 
 The Doha office has a great history of involvement in large dispute mandates in Qatar, including dispute resolution during the project execution phase, litigation and arbitration.
 
 
 Our litigation team are experienced in each of the Qatari court circuits and represent contractors on major complex infrastructure and energy disputes.
 
 
 
 WHAT WE NEED:
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for an
 
 Associate
 
 with litigation and arbitration experience (minimum of 4 PQE), and with significant experience in construction disputes and project counsel advice. For this role Arabic is not required.
 
 
 As well as excellent technical skills, we need an individual who is commercially aware, has a strong team ethic and with a strong client focused approach. There are also huge opportunities for personal and professional development for applicants who also have an enthusiasm for business development.
 
 
 
 WHAT CAN WE OFFER YOU?
 
 
 
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 We are a market leading, dynamic and growing global team who work together to produce outstanding results for our clients.
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 We invest in our team and have a first class training and career development programme, monthly 121s, career discussions and biannual appraisals. Our training reflects our position as a market leader in communications and sourcing. Our training will assist you to develop as a specialist with valuable sector knowledge and the ability to deliver "best of breed" services.
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 Early responsibility and opportunities to develop client relationships.
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 High quality engineering and construction work.
 
 
 
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 THE DOHA OFFICE
 
 
 
 Based in the heart of Qatar&rsquo;s Financial Centre, we are small and friendly team, with all of the benefits that come with an international position. We operate dynamically across our offices in Qatar, Dubai and Riyadh, and the team work on mandates in Qatar and elsewhere across the GCC.
 
 
 We operate in a culturally diverse region which will allow you to learn from a fascinating cross-selection of colleagues drawn from a wide range of cultures and legal traditions. You will see more varied solutions to issues and approaches to projects., improving your creativity and enhancing your ways of thinking.
 
 
 
 
 Should you require further details, please contact our in-house Lateral Recruitment Advisor Anwen Wallington who can discuss the role and requirements.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Contact details:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 https://www.linkedin.com/in/anwen-wallington-36177ba1/
 
 
 
 
 
 
 anwen.wallington@pinsentmasons.com
 
 
 
 
 
 
 At Pinsent Masons we value diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating a better workplace where all our talent can succeed and feel like they belong. We want to attract, retain and develop people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 #INDL
 
 
 
 
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