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Ref: OP177-171
Job description / Role
Contentious Construction &n Projects Lawyer
Dubai - UAE
Experienced level - 3- 6 Years PQE
A leading international law firm is seeking a Contentious Construction lawyer for their new practise in Dubai.
The firm is recognised as a leading player in the UAE market and has offices in 5 continents.
Suitable candidates will have exposure to UAE market and be particularly familiar with local Construction law. This will include contentious matters, project work and oil & gas transactions. You will be joining an established team in the GCC and must be capable of managing and assisting more junior members of the construction and engineering department in the UAE.
The role will be reporting directly to the Managing Partner for the Middle East Dispute team and you must be comfortable working alongside a wider team in the MENA region.
The role will be reporting directly to the Managing Senior for the Middle East and you must be comfortable working alongside a wider team in the MENA region
This is an international opportunity and as a result candidate salary will be in line with the region. It will be based on personal experience and current circumstances.
Requirements
* 3- 6 Years PQE
* Preferably western educated or experience in western Law Firm
* Have worked on project financial deals and has some non-contentious construction experience
* Preferably speaks French and Arabic
* Already living in the region (preferably Dubai) or has at least worked their in the past.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
About the Company
At Search, our extensive knowledge and experience of recruiting in the Construction, Civil Engineering, Energy and the Oil and Gas industries mean that no-one is better placed to find your ideal role. Our consultants have strong links internationally and can help you find a role in various locations throughout the Middle East, Asia and Africa. Whether you're looking for a Construction Manager or an Technical Director, Search can help.