Senior Corporate M&A Lawyer

Senior Corporate M&A Lawyers - Fixed Term Assignments We are seeking several highly skilled Corporate M&A Lawyers to join RAYNE to support our clients across Dubai & Abu Dhabi for 6 month+ assignments. These roles require a mixture of remote and on-site presence. You will be responsible for advising on M&A transactions, drafting and negotiating complex agreements and supporting the business through all stages of the deal cycle. Key Responsibilities • Advise on M&A transactions, joint ventures, and corporate structuring, from due diligence to post-merger integration. • Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements, and other corporate transaction documents. • Provide legal guidance on deal structuring, regulatory approvals, and compliance with corporate laws. • Conduct legal due diligence and risk assessments for private and public company acquisitions. • Support cross-border transactions, ensuring compliance with international and regional regulations. Qualifications • 5+ years PQE admitted in a major international jurisdiction. • 5+ years of M&A experience at either a top-tier international law firm or in-house within a corporate/M&A function. • Strong background in private equity, corporate transactions, and due diligence. • Proven ability to handle complex, high-value cross-border deals. • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. • Regional experience required • Arabic language skills is a plus but not required. If you are looking for a fixed term assignment in the Middle East, we would love to hear from you! Company Description RAYNE is changing the way leading multinationals, start-ups, and government entities across the Middle East access high-calibre legal talent through flexible resourcing solutions. We connect exceptional Legal professionals with businesses that need specialised support on critical projects and contracts. Our approach enables companies to engage top-tier expertise without long-term commitments, while also giving professionals the flexibility to work in a way that supports their career and lifestyle goals, prioritising balance. Show more Show less