Senior Associate – Disputes (5+ PQE) – UAE

About the role

The firm is seeking a Senior Associate with at least five years post‑qualification experience to join its expanding Disputes practice in the United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on high‑value international arbitration and offshore litigation, offering exposure to complex cross‑border matters.

Key responsibilities

• Assist market‑leading partners on sophisticated arbitration and litigation cases.
• Manage client interactions for multinational corporations, financial institutions, and regional high‑profile clients.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and support case strategy development.
• Collaborate with the broader team to deliver high‑quality legal services.

Required profile

• Qualified to practice law in the United Kingdom or Australia.
• Minimum of five years post‑qualification experience (PQE) in disputes, arbitration, or related litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex, high‑value international matters.
• Strong client‑facing skills and ability to work independently.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on high‑profile, cross‑border disputes.
• Collaborative environment with market‑leading partners.
• Exposure to multinational corporate and financial clients.