TMT Senior Associate Solicitor (6-8 PQE) - Dubai

About the role

A leading international law firm is hiring an experienced TMT Senior Associate (6-8 PQE) for its established Dubai practice. The role covers a broad range of high-value technology, media and telecommunications matters, advising major regional and international clients across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East.

Key responsibilities

• Technology transactions and complex commercial agreements
• IT procurement, outsourcing and major technology projects
• Cloud, SaaS and software licensing arrangements
• Telecommunications and digital infrastructure
• Data protection, privacy and cybersecurity
• IP licensing and commercialisation
• FinTech, digital platforms and digital transformation projects
• AI and emerging technologies
• Technology-related regulatory and compliance matters

The position combines transactional, commercial and regulatory work, with the chance to lead complex mandates, manage key client relationships and supervise junior associates. You will work closely with a Dubai-based partner team and colleagues across the firm's international network.

Required profile

• Approximately 6-8 PQE and strong experience in TMT, technology transactions, complex commercial contracts and/or technology regulation
• Ideally gained with a leading international or Legal 500-ranked practice
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, and experience managing complex transactions
• Ability to work independently with sophisticated clients
• Existing Middle East experience is advantageous; relocation from the UK, Australia, New Zealand or another common law jurisdiction is also welcomed

What we offer

• A competitive tax-free international law firm salary and package

Interested candidates are invited to contact the recruiter for a confidential discussion.