Senior Associate

LOCATION

United Arab Emirates

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Permanent

JOB POSTED

July 29, 2026

JOB ID

9289

Senior Associate – Corporate Advisory

 

Location: Doha, Qatar

 

A leading Qatar-based law firm is seeking a Senior Associate – Corporate Advisory to join its growing Corporate practice.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded corporate lawyer to advise local and international clients on a broad range of corporate and advisory matters, while taking an active role in mentoring junior lawyers and managing client relationships.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Manage corporate and commercial matters independently and provide commercially focused legal advice.
  • Advise clients on corporate transactions, commercial contracts, financings, corporate governance, restructuring, regulatory matters, and related advisory work.
  • Draft and review agreements, legal opinions, memoranda, and other client documentation.
  • Attend client meetings, negotiations, and strategic discussions.
  • Supervise and develop junior lawyers, including Associates and Paralegals.
  • Work closely with Partners and senior team members on complex matters.

 

Candidate Requirements

 

  • 6–10 years’ post-qualification experience gained within a reputable law firm or legal practice (exceptional candidates outside this range may be considered).
  • Strong corporate and commercial advisory experience.
  • Broad experience across areas such as corporate transactions, commercial contracts, financing matters, governance, and legal opinions.
  • Experience managing clients and supervising junior lawyers.
  • Excellent drafting, communication, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Qualified lawyer with a recognised law degree.

 

Preferred Experience

 

  • GCC or Middle East legal experience.
  • Experience advising regional and international clients.
  • Arabic and English language skills (Arabic preferred but not essential).

 

This is a strong opportunity for a Senior Associate seeking a leadership role within a respected

Qatar-based corporate advisory team, with significant client exposure and responsibility.

 

To apply or request further information, please contact Kingston Stanley.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

CONTACT James Kearney

james@kingstonstanley.com

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