Legal Consultant (Interim) – Funds & Asset Management – UAE

We are seeking talented funds and asset management lawyers with eight or more years' top-tier post-qualification experience to join our UAE panel for interim assignments with a leading global law firm and its clients. The successful candidate will advise sponsors, asset managers, investment funds, sovereign wealth funds, financial institutions, corporate clients, institutional investors and family offices on the structuring, formation, establishment, management and operation of investment funds.

Assignments vary in nature and scope, but illustrative opportunities include:

• Working as an integrated member of a leading funds and asset management practice, advising on funds structuring, formation, establishment and related regulatory and compliance requirements (including Shari'a funds), as well as investments into a wide range of fund structures—from traditional funds to bespoke co-investment structures. Funds span asset classes including private equity, infrastructure, venture capital, real estate and technology.
• An interim assignment with an Abu Dhabi-based private equity-focused investment manager on funds structuring and formation.
• An interim assignment with a sovereign wealth fund client in the UAE, advising on funds structuring and formation, fund regulatory compliance, investor relations and cross-border legal support.

Our criteria:

• Minimum of eight years' post-qualification experience in funds and asset management, including substantial experience gained in private practice at a top-tier ranked law firm for funds work (e.g. Chambers Band 1-2 or Legal 500 Tier 1-2).
• In-house legal experience at a leading financial services institution or corporate (directly or as a secondee).
• Preferably legal experience in the Middle East.
• A desire to take ownership of your career and be responsible for your own professional development and network.
• Comfort with the personal and financial factors of a legal consultant career, and how it differs from permanent employment.
• Commitment to building a positive and productive relationship with our platform, including transparent, open and responsive communication.
• A strong consultant mindset—highly professional, flexible and adaptable.
• Ability to transition effectively into new environments and deliver excellent service to each client.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal with stakeholders at all levels.
• Resilience, autonomy and credibility, with exemplary commercial acumen and client service ethic.
• Proven project management skills.
• A practising certificate (or equivalent) entitling you to practise as a lawyer in the region.

What makes consulting with us different?

• Empowering your development – full support from our experienced team, access to training, development and networking events, and opportunities to grow your skillset with advanced delivery and solutions businesses. On assignment, you'll have access to a partner and professional support lawyers as well as extensive knowledge resources.
• Variety you control – steer your legal career in whichever direction you choose, with access to the best challenges across a range of sectors.
• Let your priorities lead – find the right balance between your personal and professional life, whether that's to pursue a passion, spend time with family or take breaks to travel.
• Futureproof your career – coaching and mentoring to help you grow your experience and succeed both today and tomorrow.

Equal opportunities: We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or health condition, please contact our recruitment team.

• Minimum of eight years' post-qualification experience in funds and asset management, including substantial experience gained in private practice at a top-tier ranked law firm for funds work (e.g. Chambers Band 1-2 or Legal 500 Tier 1-2).
• In-house legal experience at a leading financial services institution or corporate (directly or as a secondee).
• Preferably legal experience in the Middle East.
• A desire to take ownership of your career and be responsible for your own professional development and network.
• Comfort with the personal and financial factors of a legal consultant career, and how it differs from permanent employment.
• Commitment to building a positive and productive relationship with our platform, including transparent, open and responsive communication.
• A strong consultant mindset—highly professional, flexible and adaptable.
• Ability to transition effectively into new environments and deliver excellent service to each client.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal with stakeholders at all levels.
• Resilience, autonomy and credibility, with exemplary commercial acumen and client service ethic.
• Proven project management skills.
• A practising certificate (or equivalent) entitling you to practise as a lawyer in the region.