Non-Contentious Construction Senior Associate / Counsel Solicitor | Global Law Firm - Dubai

Non-Contentious Construction Senior Associate / Counsel Solicitor | Global Law Firm - DubaiWe are currently working with a leading global law firm looking to hire an experienced Non-Contentious Construction Senior Associate / Counsel into its established Dubai practice.The team advises on high-value construction, infrastructure, energy and major development projects across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and wider Middle East, acting for developers, contractors, sponsors and government-related entities.𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆This is a senior-level position offering the opportunity to take the lead on significant regional construction mandates, manage key client relationships and play an important role in the continued development of the practice.𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:

• Drafting and negotiating complex construction contracts, including EPC, EPCM, design and build and other bespoke arrangements
• Advising on FIDIC contracts, including amendments, risk allocation and contractual negotiations
• Leading on major construction and infrastructure transactions from initial structuring and procurement through to contract execution
• Advising on project delivery models, procurement strategies and contractual risk management
• Negotiating construction-related agreements, including consultancy appointments, subcontracts, guarantees and collateral warranties
• Advising on contractual claims, variations and dispute avoidance
• Managing complex matters independently, supervising junior lawyers and acting as a key point of contact for clients
• Working closely with regional and international teams on major UAE and KSA projects𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲
• Experienced Senior Associate or Counsel with a strong background in non-contentious construction
• Experience gained within a leading international or highly regarded regional law firm
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts and experience drafting and negotiating complex construction documentation
• Established Middle East experience, ideally across the UAE and/or Saudi Arabia
• Demonstrable experience leading significant construction matters, managing transactions independently and advising clients directly
• Excellent technical, drafting and negotiation skills, alongside the ability to supervise and develop junior associates
• A commercial approach and an interest in contributing to client relationships and business development𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲?
• Opportunity to take a leading role on major regional construction and infrastructure projects
• Established global law firm platform with a strong international network
• Significant client exposure and responsibility for managing high-value mandates
• Opportunity to contribute to the growth of the Middle East construction practice
• Long-term career development and progression opportunities𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗮𝗴𝗲A highly competitive tax-free international law firm salary, bonus and benefits package is on offer, commensurate with seniority and experience.If this opportunity could be of interest, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.