legal counsel

legal advisor

legal consultant

legal associate

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Clifford Chance

The Role We are seeking mid-senior level corporate lawyers with M&A and ECM experience to join our award-winning team in the Middle East.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&A and ECM practice in the Middle East and can offer our lawyers the chance to develop their careers through advising on the pre-eminent M&A and ECM transactions in the region.Premier practice with exceptional expertise in major M&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 firms other departments and offices with ease. Chambers Global 2021First-class firm with an impressive portfolio of big-ticket M&A deals across the region. Chambers Global 2017: Corporate/M&A High End Cross Border UAE 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&A and ECM 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), joint ventures, corporate restructurings and ECM. Key Attractions <ul><li>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.</li><li>We have long been recognized in directories, awards and by our peers as having the leading M&A and ECM practices in the region.</li><li>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:</li><li>Acted as underwriters counsel to Lulu Retail Holdings Plc on its US$1.72 billion IPO and listing on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX)</li><li>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</li><li>Acted as international issuers counsel to Middle East alternative asset manager Investcorp Capital plc (Investcorp) on the initial public offering (IPO) and listing on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) of Investcorp Capital. The IPO raised approximately US$451 million from the offering of about a third of the Companys shares resulting in an implied market capitalisation for the Company of approximately AED5.04 billion (equivalent to approximately US$1.37 billion)</li><li>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</li><li>Advised National Bonds Corporation Sole Proprietorship P.S.C. and Emirates Islamic Bank P.J.S.C. on the sale of ordinary shares in Taaleem Holdings PJSC by EIB to National Bonds through a direct deal on the Dubai Financial Market</li><li>Advised Americana Restaurants PLC in relation to the first-ever concurrent dual US$1.8 billion IPO and listing for UAE and KSA stock exchanges</li><li>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</li><li>Clifford Chance advised Mashreqbank on US$385 million NEOPAY sale</li><li>Advised MBC Group on its US$222 million IPO and listing on the Saudi Stock Exchange</li><li>Advised the Joint Global Coordinators and Joint Bookrunners on DEWA's landmark IPO and listing on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM). This was the largest ever IPO in Dubai and the first in the government utilities sector in the Emirate.</li></ul><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> Key Responsibilities <ul><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li>You will work closely with clients and other lawyers; and mentor junior associates.</li></ul>Qualifications : Your Experience <ul><li>Proven track record of acting or leading on M&A and ECM transactions.</li><li>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.</li><li>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. 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Mid-level ECM, M&A Lawyer

Clifford Chance LLP

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. 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. 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.

Senior M&A / Private Equity Lawyer

Dubai Taxi Company

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 Job Purpose
 
 
 
 The role will support in achieving the Legal department's objectives by providing legal guidance and advice on corporate matters, contracts, and projects. The role will identify legal risks in business and contracts, recommend solutions, and ensure the company&rsquo;s interests are protected. Focused on supporting DTC&rsquo;s transformation and growth, the role will offer commercially based, solution-driven legal advice and assistance to various functions within the company, with particular attention to local and international regulations always ensuring protection of the company&rsquo;s interest.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Accountabilities
 
 
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 Acts as lead legal advisor for different contracts and projects and for providing legal advice to the business.
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 Represents the Legal Department at cross-company projects and assignments.
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 Assists in developing a contract management process and risk identification and mitigation process.
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 Assists in developing and maintaining framework and standards to ensure effective legal support on contractual compliance and governance.
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 Manages relationships with external counsel on complex contracts, assists in conducting due diligence and contract drafting in M&amp;A projects and manages external legal budget.
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 Ensures quality management of contract templates for projects including (NDAs, MOUs, JVs, M&amp;A, employment, services and operational contracts and other agreements).
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 Reviews policies and procedures in line with local regulations.
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 Provides training for UAE Nationals within the Legal Department to develop their legal skills and career growth.
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 In liaison with the Legal Counsel, represents the Legal Department, as required, in strategic negotiations to ensure optimum legal structure and to negotiate and finalize agreements while ensuring DTC is contractually protected in its arrangements.
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 Collaborates with the members of the Legal Department; and cross-functional teams to ensure effective legal support throughout the company
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 Ensure continuous monitoring of industry trends, changes in local and international regulations, and legal best practices to advise the business on compliance and risk mitigation.
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 Job Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Experience
 
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 Minimum 6&ndash;7 years of experience as a qualified lawyer, including experience in PQE.
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 Experience in M&amp;As and commercial contracts is essential.
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 Preferable mix of professional experience as in-house counsel of strong legal experience in a broad spectrum of areas including (capital markets, corporate law, M&amp;A, commercial) and legal counsel in a top tier law firm with international clients or other relevant private or public practice.
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 Excellent communication and drafting skills in Arabic and English
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 Academic Qualification:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law.
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 Masters will be an added advantage
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Manager - Corporate & Contracts (Legal)

Agility Beyond Space

Position Title: Commercial Lawyer
Location: Dubai Key Responsibilities: As a member of the ABS s Legal and Regulatory Team, you will be involved in a broad range of transactional experiences with the opportunity to branch out and practice a variety of commercial and corporate work. You will provide practical and clear advice across the organization, with a variety of legal specialists and stakeholders. You will also have the opportunity to support the Legal and Regulatory Team with a variety of legal and business issues spanning finance, accounting, tax, IP, employment, and regulation. 
<ul>
<li>Provide legal support for ABS s transactional work, including M&amp;A activity, joint ventures, investments, finance transactions and intra-group transactions. </li>
<li>Provide legal support for ABS s commercial work, including negotiation and drafting of customer contracts, collaborative agreements and vendor agreements. </li>
<li>Provide legalsupport in relation to the ongoing management of ABS sinvestor-owned group structure, including advice on corporate governance matters and board, committee, and shareholder activities for the ABS group. </li>
<li>Assist the Company Secretary with establishing and managing ABS s global corporate structure, including the incorporation and management of ABS entities and branches around the world and navigating new jurisdictions and their respective ongoing governance requirements. </li>
<li>Work with business counterparts, both domestically and internationally, to identify and provide advice regarding legal risks and issues. </li>
<li>Review, draft and update company policies and procedures to meet legal and industry standard audit requirements. </li>
<li>Assist other members of the legal department with legal needs of the company, as necessary, and contribute to the overall legal function. </li>
<li>Be an integral part of ABS stransactional work and ongoing projects ourlegal team is heavily involved in the growth of ABS s business, and the willingness to involve yourself in more than just the pure legal aspects of your work is essential. </li>
</ul>
Requirements: UK or US qualified commercial lawyer, ideally with in-house experience. 
<ul>
<li>Five (5) to seven (7) years experience. </li>
<li>Fluent in English (speaking, reading, and writing). </li>
<li>Experience drafting and negotiations with both large-scale contracts as well as smaller sized matters. </li>
<li>Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills as-well-as pragmatic judgment, particularly in determining the significance of legal matters and effectively measuring and balancing legal and business risks. </li>
<li>Strong legal, communications, and technical skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work under pressure and flexibly with tight deadlines. </li>
<li>Ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment. </li>
<li>Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills, including self-motivation, a non-hierarchical attitude, collegiality and a cooperative spirit. </li>
<li>Adaptable to using different styles of communication across the globe. </li>
<li>Sound analytical, writing, and organizational abilities. </li>
<li>Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite (MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint and Outlook). </li>
<li>A good sense of humor and desire to collaborate with the team and stakeholders. </li>
</ul>
Preferred Requirements: <ul>
<li>Solid commercial experience, with an understanding of/exposure to other legal practice areas such as finance, employment, IP and data protection. </li>
<li>Corporate generalist experience is a plus. </li>
<li>An understanding/experience of legal processes and efficiencies within a high-performing in house function. </li>
<li>Domestic and/or international experience in the telecom or space technology sector. Experience working in an international company with exposure to foreign business practices, and/or experience working on matters involving overseas jurisdictions. </li>
<li>Innovative thinking about digital solutions, transactional legal work, and creating efficiencies. </li>
<li>Awareness of legal technology solutions. </li>
<li>Ability to speak articulately in simple non-legal language and understand the importance of integrating into the business ways of working.</li></ul>

Commercial 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
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 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.
 
 
 "
 
 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
 
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 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.
 </li>
 <li>
 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.
 </li>
 <li>
 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:
 </li>
 <li>
 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.
 </li>
 <li>
 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
 </li>
 <li>
 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
 </li>
 <li>
 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)
 </li>
 <li>
 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)
 </li>
 <li>
 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.
 </li>
 <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>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 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.
 </li>
 <li>
 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.
 </li>
 <li>
 You will work closely with clients and other lawyers; and mentor junior associates.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 Your experience
 
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Proven track record of acting or leading on M&amp;A and Private Equity transactions.
 </li>
 <li>
 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.
 </li>
 <li>
 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
 
 
 
 
 
 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.
 
 
 
</div>

Rödl & Partner

YOUR TASKS 
<ul>
 <li>You will advise our clients independently in all aspects of corporate law and M&amp;A</li>
 <li>This includes the processing of legal issues and documents as well as the preparation of legal opinions</li>
 <li>You maintain and expand existing client contacts and support the acquisition of new customers</li>
 <li>Independent management of complex corporate law projects in cross-legal and interdisciplinary teams</li>
 <li>You accompany our clients through (extra-)judicial disputes</li>
</ul>
 
 YOUR PROFILE 
<ul>
 <li>Successfully completed law studies with several years of professional experience in corporate law and M&amp;A (preferably in the UAE)</li>
 <li>Fluent written and spoken German and English skills</li>
 <li>You have a strong understanding of economics and solid experience in project management</li>
 <li>When faced with challenging legal tasks, you proceed systematically and develop tailor-made solution strategies</li></ul>

Senior Legal Advisor

Client of Michael Page

<div> <div> <ul> <li> </li></ul></div></div><div><div><div> </div> </div> </div> <div> Job Description <div> <div> Act as a key legal advisor on business transactions, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and risk management. Lead contract negotiations and provide clear, actionable legal guidance to internal stakeholders. Support the development of new ventures and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks. Review and refine legal documentation to uphold governance standards and mitigate exposure. Collaborate across departments to deliver practical legal solutions that drive business outcomes. Interpret financial and operational data to inform legal decision-making. Maintain strong relationships with external counsel and regulatory bodies to stay ahead of legal developments. </div> </div> </div> <div> </div><div> The Successful Applicant <div> <div> Must have a bachelor's degree in law from a reputable institution; international qualifications (UK/US) are essential. Minimum of 4 years PQE. Strong foundation from a top-tier law firm or a large, complex corporate environment. Solid experience in M&amp;A and/or commercial law, with the versatility to handle a broad range of legal matters. Robust English drafting skills, with a sharp eye for detail and clarity. Uphold the highest ethical standards and thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented culture. Comfortable working across sectors, with a flexible mindset and a proactive approach to learning. </div> </div> </div> <div> </div><div> </div>

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