Our client in KSA is one of the biggest giga projects in KSA. They are looking for a highly respected international law firm Partner or Counsel for a director level role in-house at this major new smart city in Saudi Arabia. They typically hire from top Magic and Silver Circle law firms, and their legal team has a very strong reputation in this region. Currently in the midst of an impressive period of growth in the Middle East, and this hire would be one of the most important.



Senior role within the Corporate department, expected to bring a gravitas to the role and lead the team and mentor juniors. Current department is well versed in M&A, PE, Joint Ventures, Restructurings and Reorganisations, etc.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate should be a partner already, and with some years of experience in the Middle East. However we are also open to considering quality Senior Associates and Counsel level candidates that have a demonstrable history here in the region. You should have a background from international law firms only, and excellent technical ability in transactional corporate matters.

What\'s on Offer

This hire would have the rare opportunity to be at the very helm of a market leading corporate team. It would be a role of some significance not just in the locally but globally. The team is going from strength to strength, and their Middle East presence is very stable, so this role would offer some security and peace of mind in what is a volatile market. There is a significant tax free package on offer with all cost of living met, schooling, housing, food, dry cleaning etc etc. Fantastic opportunity for a senior corporate lawyer with Arabic.

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