Short-term legal consultant roles across the United Arab Emirates, supporting client secondments, in-house assignments and practice-group workload in Abu Dhabi or Dubai. Assignments are typically six months full-time, with some flexibility for hybrid or variable-hour arrangements depending on the engagement.

Opportunities cover a range of disciplines including transactional, regulatory and corporate work. You will join a global consultancy platform that places experienced lawyers into high-quality, client-facing roles and provides access to training, mentoring and firm support during assignments.

Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience, ideally from a top-tier law firm
Arabic language skills (spoken and/or written) required
Valid practicing certificate or equivalent entitlement to practise as a lawyer
Willingness to work on-site in Abu Dhabi or Dubai when required; flexible/hybrid arrangements may be available
Resilient, client-focused consultant mindset and strong academic record

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