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Leading international law firm is hiring a senior associate into its funds practice in Abu Dhabi, advising on fund formation, structuring and regulatory matters across the UAE and wider Gulf region.

Role Overview

Our client is a top-tier international law firm with a premier funds practice globally. The firm is hiring a senior associate to join its onshore funds team in Abu Dhabi, working across fund formation, structuring, regulatory and corporate matters for a client base that includes sovereign wealth funds, regional asset managers and international financial institutions.

The Abu Dhabi funds market continues to grow as the emirate positions itself as a hub for asset management and alternative investments. The firm is at the centre of that growth and is looking for a lawyer who can manage complex fund structuring work with a high degree of independence while maintaining the technical standard the practice is known for.

Key Responsibilities

Advise on the establishment and structuring of onshore and regulated funds across ADGM and wider UAE frameworks
Draft and negotiate fund formation documents including limited partnership agreements, subscription agreements and side letters
Advise on regulatory authorisation and ongoing compliance for fund managers and funds under ADGM and SCA regulations
Support institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds and asset managers on fund investments and co-investment structures
Advise on corporate and commercial aspects of fund transactions, including joint ventures and special purpose vehicles
Coordinate with tax, regulatory and offshore counsel on cross-border fund structures
Contribute to client development and the growth of the regional funds practice

Candidate Profile

Approximately 7 to 10 years' PQE
Strong onshore funds background from a recognised international law firm
Experience of ADGM, DIFC or wider Gulf fund structures is highly valued
Familiarity with SCA regulations and UAE federal fund requirements is beneficial
Comfortable managing complex transactions with minimal supervision
Commercially minded with strong drafting skills and direct client-facing experience

About Meyssa Legal

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Senior Funds Lawyer