Job Description

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Firm Type: Established Regional Law Firm
Overview
An established regional law firm is currently exploring the opportunity to hire a Partner for its Abu Dhabi office. This is a compelling opportunity for experienced legal professionals with a portable book of business, looking to build and expand their client offering within a supportive, growth-oriented environment.
The firm is open to candidates across a broad range of practice areas, with a primary focus on the strength and sustainability of the candidate's client base, rather than a fixed minimum book size.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and grow an independent practice within the firm's Abu Dhabi office.
Manage and expand client relationships, providing strategic and commercially sound legal advice.
Contribute to business development efforts and the expansion of the firm's market presence.
Collaborate with peers across offices to deliver integrated legal solutions.
Support the development of junior lawyers and actively contribute to the firm's leadership culture.
Candidate Profile
Qualified lawyer with substantial post-qualification experience, ideally gained within the UAE or wider GCC region.
Demonstrable portable client base with the potential for continued growth and long-term value.
Practice area is flexible
Arabic language skills are advantageous but not essential.
Senior Associates from reputable regional firms with a portable book of business and readiness to step into a Partner role will also be considered.
Compensation & Incentives
Compensation packages are aligned with market benchmarks.
The firm offers a performance-based incentive model that rewards contributions beyond individual expense benchmarks.
Tailored packages are available based on client portfolio, practice focus, and strategic alignment.
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CONTACT Lucy Vincent