MAJOR UK / INT'L FIRM - HIGH-LEVEL REGIONAL PRACTICE - £ATTRACTIVE + SUPERB TEAM
Salary from £120,000 - £160,000 per annum + Bonus & Benefits (Tax Free)
This major UK and international law firm have an excellent opportunity for a further ambitious Associate to join their busy and thriving Corporate practice in Riyadh. The position will entail handling a variety of high-level work, including complex and big-ticket M&A deals, joint ventures, IPOs and commercial contracts, for an impressive client list including major government, corporate and private equity clients across the Middle Eastern region (although with an emphasis on the Saudi and UAE markets). Their broad practice ranges across multiple sectors including energy (oil/gas and renewables), infrastructure, transport, technology, hospitality, healthcare/pharma, manufacturing and consumer goods (which aligns closely with KSA Vision 2030). Applicants will therefore need first class legal ability, coupled with a practical commercial approach (with a track record in taking responsibility for and manage deals); excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills; and enjoy being part of a friendly and supportive team. You will also need a UK or Commonwealth legal qualification and consistently strong results throughout your academic history. Saudi or ME region experience and Arabic language skills, while beneficial, are not essential. Having a long established presence in the Middle East, this top firm have an excellent understanding of the business and legal environment in Saudi, the UAE and the wider region and offer first-rate expertise based on their involvement in headline deals; they apply their significant regional, European and international experience to a range of big-ticket corporate and commercial activities. Via their highly-rated practice and team, they offer a superb chance to develop your career and build your network in the MENA region. Don't miss this stand-out Saudi career opportunity - please apply now for details!