We are running a confidential search at partner level. The requirement is re-confirmed each cycle with the client, and the description below is the current version.

Senior hire for a busy construction practice based in Dubai. The role will lead regional construction and infrastructure work across both contentious and non-contentious matters, working with a broad client base on large-scale projects.

The partner will build and manage a team, drive business development in the region, and act as a senior relationship lead on complex construction contracts, project delivery and dispute resolution.

Proven partner-level experience in construction and infrastructure matters, including both transactional and dispute work
Track record of originating and developing client relationships in the UAE / GCC market
Strong people management and practice leadership skills
Admitted to practise in a relevant common law jurisdiction or demonstrable ability to work on UAE matters
Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)

If the brief does not read like an exact match, it is usually still worth talking — partner briefs move with the candidate.

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