In general, we would welcome discussions with mid to senior-level private practice lawyers working in top-tier, international or US headquartered law firms with specialisation in Projects, Infrastructure, Construction, Project Finance, Energy and Corporate.
We would be happy to advise what a move to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia could look like for your career, and what you can expect lifestyle-wise.
The Opportunity
We are currently representing an international law firm in their search for a Senior Associate to join their expanding team in Saudi Arabia.
Based in the Riyadh office you will work predominantly with two Partners on range of Corporate and Projects matters. This team has proven their capabilities to win work in an extremely competitive market. You can expect to be advising governments as well as both public and private entities on a range of matters covering M&A and project development work across the construction, energy, infrastructure, oil and gas and mining sectors.
Culture & Benefits:
You can expect to be greeted with a friendly and inclusive culture at this firm. Whilst like many law firms in Riyadh, this particular office is new, the law firm as a whole have an incredibly well-established Middle Eastern practice. The Riyadh office is backed by the Dubai office, which means you will have the ability to collaborate with and be supported by a wider regional team.
The salary on offer is without a doubt competitive and the bonus structure on offer at this firm is motivational, clear and easy for individuals to track throughout the year.
One of the standout benefits for the Saudi market as a whole at the moment is the job security this market is able to offer. With other markets facing uncertain times, Saudi has the financial means to continue to forge ahead and deliver on its ambitious development plans with an environmentally conscious focus.
Riyadh is less than a two-hour flight to Dubai where many expats find themselves taking short regional vacations and attending various functions, concerts and sporting events. Dubai also offers the gateway to European vacations via the extensive Emirates network.
The Requirements:
This role will suit someone who is seeking to truly make their mark with a market-leading firm in the Middle East.
- Minimum 4 PQE (UK qualified) or 6 PQE (Australian qualified)
- Experience at Senior Associate level within a top-tier or international law firm
- The ability to lead, mentor and develop an expanding team
- An entrepreneurial mindset
- Strong networking skills and a passion for client and new business development
- Arabic language skills are not required for this role, nor will you need them in order to navigate everyday life in Saudi
Apply Now!
If you feel that you meet the requirements we would like to hear from you. Apply via the link below.
Due to the volume of interest only successful applicants will be contacted directly.
Barratt Galvin is an Australian-based legal recruitment business. Collectively, our consultants have over twenty years of experience placing legal professionals into law jobs locally and internationally.
Based in Sydney, we assist legal professionals looking for legal jobs within Australia, as well as those relocating to or returning from London and the Middle East legal markets.
Our core client base is made up of elite private practice legal teams within mid to top-tier and international law firms. The legal jobs we recruit for include Lawyers, Legal Secretaries, EA/PA, HR, Business Development & Marketing, and Office Support.
As recruitment experts in Australia, London, and the Middle East we can assist you with your international or local legal job search. Barratt Galvin is focused on providing you access to legal job opportunities that align with your career goals, at the best possible salary level within the market.