Senior M&A / Private Equity Associate

Overview

A leading global law firm is seeking a Senior M&A / Private Equity Associate to join its Abu Dhabi corporate team. The practice advises sovereign investors, multinational corporates and private equity sponsors on complex regional and cross-border transactions.

This opportunity is ideally suited to a high-performing associate with strong transactional experience who is looking to take on significant responsibility within a growing Middle East platform.

What You’ll Do

• Advise clients on public and private M&A transactions across the Middle East and internationally.
• Support private equity sponsors on acquisitions, investments and portfolio transactions.
• Draft and negotiate key transaction documentation including share purchase agreements, shareholder agreements and joint venture agreements.
• Manage due diligence and coordinate multi-jurisdictional deal teams.
• Work closely with partners and international offices on complex cross-border mandates.
• Develop relationships with high-profile regional clients including sovereign investors and family groups.

About You

• 5+ years’ PQE with strong M&A or private equity experience.
• Background gained at a Magic Circle, elite US firm or comparable international practice.
• Strong experience advising on complex corporate transactions.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Commercially minded with strong communication and organisational abilities.
• Candidates qualified in London, the US or other recognised jurisdictions are encouraged to apply.

Salary & Benefits

• $200,000 – $220,000 salary for senior associates (depending on PQE).
• Discretionary bonus based on performance and billable hours.
• Target hours typically around 1,700 annually.
• Relocation support including financial assistance and temporary accommodation.
• Annual return flight to home country after the first year.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to join a rapidly growing corporate practice in Abu Dhabi.
• Exposure to high-profile regional transactions and sovereign clients.
• Lean team structure offering strong partner interaction and responsibility.
• Clear progression prospects within a global platform.
• Work on some of the most significant transactions in the Middle East market.

The Process

• Multi-stage interview process with partners.

Ready to take the next step?

If you are a senior corporate associate seeking to work on high-profile transactions in Abu Dhabi, apply today.