Capital Markets Associate (ECM / DCM)

At a glance

  • Job reference: BSGA1:
  • Location: Dubai
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Law
  • Salary: £150k – 200k per year + benefits
  • Published: January 27, 2026

Overview

An internationally recognised capital markets team is looking to appoint a Mid–Senior Associate with strong ECM and/or DCM experience. The role focuses on high-profile regional and international capital markets transactions, including IPOs, sukuk issuances, and debt listings across regional and global exchanges.

This is an ideal role for a capital markets lawyer seeking consistent deal flow and exposure to complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions.

What You’ll Do

• Advising issuers, underwriters, and sponsors on equity and debt capital markets transactions
• Working on IPOs, secondary offerings, sukuk, and conventional bond issuances
• Drafting prospectuses, offering circulars, and transaction documentation
• Liaising with regulators, exchanges, and international counsel
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to transaction management

About You

• LLM qualification is mandatory
• Strong ECM and/or DCM experience from private practice
• Arabic speaking preferred but not essential
• Prior Middle East regional experience required
• Background with an international law firm
• No in-house candidates

Why Apply?

• Access to premium capital markets work in a busy UAE practice
• Strong international exposure and cross-border deal experience
• Competitive tax-free salary and benefits
• Clear progression within a well-established team

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