Job Description

Lead and/or manage assigned cases from conception to finalization under the supervision of the Partner.

Review case details and ensure any gaps in information/instructions are addressed in a timely manner.

Conduct legal research to gather evidence for case preparation and to provide sound legal opinions and technical advice to clients.

Negotiate, draft and review complex legal documentation related to mergers, acquisitions and commercial cases.

Review legal documentation produced by Associates and members of the Paralegal team for accuracy, relevance and alignment to Firm's work standards.

Ensure billable hours are recorded on a daily basis and are aligned to the agreed contractual terms to support Finance in preparing and processing invoices in a timely and accurate manner.

Contribute to building and maintaining strong client relationships in order to strengthen the Firms' reputation and brand image.

Pursue opportunities to upsell and cross-sell the Firms' services to existing clients.

Work with Business Development to identify/pursue further revenue-generating opportunities for the Firm.

Coach, mentor and support Associates & members of the Paralegal team to facilitate on-the-job learning as required.

Assist in the development of new proposals and recovery of outstanding invoices as and when required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Law from a reputable university.

Minimum 6 years of proven experience in mergers, acquisitions and commercial related transactions gained at a top US, UK or regional law firms.

The ideal candidate must have significant exposure to high-profile deals, from inception to completion and post-completion.

Excellent communication skills and writing abilities.

Strong negotiation skills.

Fluent in Arabic and English.