Private Funds Associate 8+ PQE

Job description / Role

Charterhouse is working with a leading US Law Firm based in the United Arab Emirates. Our client is looking to hire a common law-qualified Private Funds Associate with 8+ years of PQE, who has experience advising on a broad range of private funds matters, both domestic and international.

Candidates should have at least 8 years of PQE in private funds. The candidate should possess strong business development skills, as the associate will be expected to contribute to the development of new and existing clients.

The corporate and funds team is well-established and market-leading, particularly known for its work with private equity, sovereign wealth, infrastructure, energy funds, and more in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe.

To be considered for this role, the candidate should have a minimum of eight years of experience in funds work, preferably gained at a well-regarded international firm. While an England & Wales qualification is preferred, the role is open to candidates qualified in major Commonwealth jurisdictions such as the US, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, South Africa, and India.

Candidates are expected to demonstrate a commercial approach and excellent client-facing skills with strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal. Candidates based in the UAE are preferred, however, our client is willing to offer a relocation package for the right candidate.

About the Company

The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne and Sydney.