Investment Funds Associate | Dubai | 2–5 PQE
A leading international law firm is continuing to invest in the growth of its Middle East Investment Funds practice and is looking to hire an ambitious Funds Associate into its Dubai office.
About the role
The role will involve advising fund sponsors, asset managers, institutional investors, family offices and sovereign wealth funds on a broad range of regional and cross-border funds matters, including:
- Formation and structuring of private investment funds
- Private equity, venture capital, infrastructure, private credit and real estate funds
- DIFC and ADGM fund structures
- Investor negotiations, subscription documentation and side letters
- GP/LP arrangements, carried interest and management incentive structures
- Co-investments and secondary transactions
- Investment management and advisory platforms
- Cross-border fundraising and related regulatory matters
The team works across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and wider GCC, with the successful candidate gaining significant responsibility and direct client exposure, alongside access to the firm’s wider international corporate, private equity, real estate and financial services practices.
Candidate Profile
- Ideally 2–5 PQE, although this is a guideline
- Funds experience gained with a leading UK, US, international law firm
- Strong private funds / asset management experience
- England & Wales / Common law qualification and strong academics
- DIFC / ADGM experience advantageous, but not essential
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing international funds platform at a time of continued investment in the Middle East, with a highly competitive package and strong long-term progression prospects.