Associate

Senior Associate, Corporate Transactions & Advisory — Riyadh

  • LocationRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience7–8 PQE
  • PracticeCorporate

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Senior associate role in a global corporate team based in Riyadh, advising on complex cross-border and domestic corporate transactions including public and private M&A, disposals, demergers, joint ventures, restructurings and high-value commercial contracts. The practice works closely with antitrust, finance, capital markets, tax, employment and real estate specialists to deliver integrated deal execution and regulatory advice.

The team handles high-profile, cross-border work for major regional and international corporates and offers a structured, supportive environment with a strong internal training programme and clear opportunities for technical and commercial development. You will lead transactions, supervise junior lawyers and collaborate across practice areas to provide client-focused solutions.

  • Qualified lawyer with approximately 7–8 years' post-qualification experience in corporate/M&A work.
  • Proven track record on public and private M&A and ECM transactions; experience on cross-border deals preferred.
  • Strong drafting, negotiation and project-management skills; ability to lead transaction teams and mentor juniors.
  • Commercial approach, excellent academic and technical credentials; fluency in English required, Arabic advantageous.
  • Interest in working on matters across the Middle East and adapting to a fast-paced international practice.

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