PQE Project Finance – US firm

Job Description: Project Finance Associate (2–4 PQE) – US Firm

Are you a high-caliber finance associate looking to pivot into the lucrative and high-stakes world of Middle Eastern infrastructure and energy? A prestigious, expanding US Law Firm in Dubai is seeking a Project Finance Associate (2–4 PQE) to join its elite, lean-structured team.

In this role, you will move beyond standard corporate lending into the heart of regional transformation. You will work on market-leading, cross-border transactions across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), advising on the development and financing of multi-billion dollar projects in renewables, power, and infrastructure. This is a “rare” opportunity for a mid-level associate to gain direct client exposure and a clear path to career progression while working under the mentorship of globally ranked partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Transaction Management: Advise on complex, high-profile project finance structures, including limited-recourse and non-recourse financing.

• Document Drafting & Negotiation: Lead the drafting of key project documents (Concession Agreements, PPAs) and finance documents (Facility Agreements, Intercreditor Agreements).

• Regional Strategic Advice: Support clients across the MEA region, navigating diverse regulatory landscapes and multi-source funding (commercial banks, ECAs, and DFIs).

• Direct Client Liaison: Act as a primary point of contact for sponsors, lenders, and government entities, ensuring client-focused delivery within a fast-moving transaction environment.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Qualification: Must be UK or French qualified.

• Experience: 2–4 years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE).

• Training: Must have trained at a Top-tier International or Magic Circle law firm.

• Specialization: Proven experience or a demonstrable, high-level interest in Project Finance.

• Linguistic Skills: French language skills are highly desirable given the firm’s MEA focus.

• Academics: Strong academic pedigree from a recognized global university.

• Regional Commitment: A clear commitment to a long-term career in Dubai; prior connections to the Middle East are a significant plus.

Why Join This Firm?

• Market-Leading Salary: Attractive US firm remuneration (Cravath-aligned or highly competitive tax-free scale) plus a comprehensive benefits package.

• Lean Team Structure: Unlike larger firms where associates are siloed, this team offers high-level responsibility and visibility with senior partners.

• Global Exposure: Work on some of the largest infrastructure and energy transition deals globally, often involving sovereign wealth funds and international development banks.

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