Corporate Lawyer | Arabic Speaking | Associate / Senior Associate | Abu Dhabi

Role Overview

A leading international law firm with a well-established Abu Dhabi office is seeking an Arabic-speaking Corporate Lawyer at Associate or Senior Associate level. The firm handles a broad range of corporate and commercial work across the UAE and wider GCC, and needs a lawyer who can draft, negotiate and advise in both Arabic and English to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

Advise on corporate and commercial transactions including M&A, joint ventures, restructurings and general corporate advisory across the UAE and wider region
Draft, review and negotiate legal documentation in both Arabic and English, including agreements governed by UAE onshore law
Advise on UAE corporate law, commercial companies law and regulatory frameworks across both onshore and free zone jurisdictions
Support government and sovereign-backed clients on strategic transactions and advisory matters
Liaise with local courts, notaries, government departments and regulatory authorities in Arabic where required
Work closely with partners and senior colleagues across the firm's regional corporate practice

Candidate Profile

Common law or civil law qualified at Associate or Senior Associate level
Fluent in Arabic (written, spoken and legal drafting) and English to a professional standard
From a top-tier international law firm, whether in the GCC, London or another major market
Experienced in corporate and commercial transactions with exposure to UAE or GCC legal frameworks
Technically strong with the ability to work across both Arabic and English language documentation
A confident communicator, comfortable engaging with Arabic-speaking clients, counterparties and government entities

About Meyssa Legal

Meyssa Legal specialises in placing high-calibre legal professionals across the UAE and the wider Middle East. We offer discreet, strategic career advice and long-term relationship support.

All applications are treated with strict confidence.

Corporate Lawyer (Arabic speaker)