Overview

Associate | Banking Jobs in Dubai, UAE/Dubai at Barratt Galvin

Position: Associate | Banking |

On behalf of a leading international law firm, we are seeking a Mid-Level Associate to join their Banking practice in Dubai. This is a

unique opportunity

to work closely with a Partner and Head of the Middle East, one of the most respected figures in the field.

The Opportunity:

You will be joining a top-tier Banking & Islamic Finance practice, supporting a wide spectrum of Sharia-compliant and conventional banking transactions. This is a

dynamic

, high-impact role that places you at the heart of landmark deals across the MENA region and beyond.

You’ll be advising international and regional banks, multilateral development institutions, and corporate borrowers across various sectors.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Supporting complex Islamic finance structures.

Advising on the structuring of Sharia-compliant investment funds.

Assisting with the establishment of Islamic financial institutions across different jurisdictions.

Working with premier financial clients including multilateral institutions, global commercial and regional banks.

Collaborating directly with partners and senior lawyers in a supportive, high-performing environment.

About You:

Qualified lawyer (Common Law jurisdiction preferred).

3–5 years of post-qualification experience in a top-tier banking and finance practice.

Exposure to Islamic finance transactions is preferred but not mandatory.

Experience with

cross-border corporate lending, syndicated loans, or structured finance is highly valued.

A strong team player with excellent drafting, analytical, and client

communication skills

.

Committed to building a long-term legal career in the Middle East.

Why This Role?

Work under a globally recognized leader in Islamic and conventional finance.

Gain

hands-on

exposure to some of the most

innovative

transactions in the region.

Be part of a

collaborative

, high-caliber team with a strong regional presence and global support.

Enjoy a clear path for

career progression

in a firm that invests in your future.

If you’re ready to elevate your banking career in a

dynamic

regional hub, we encourage you to

apply today

and start the conversation.

We look forward to hearing from you if you meet the requirements.

Due to high application volume, only successful applicants will be contacted directly.

Barratt Galvin is an Australian-based legal recruitment firm with over twenty years of experience in placing legal professionals globally. Based in Sydney, we assist legal professionals seeking opportunities within Australia, London, and the Middle East. Our clients include elite private practice legal teams at mid to top-tier and international law firms. We recruit for roles including Lawyers, Legal Secretaries, EA/PA, HR, Business Development & Marketing, and Office Support.

We are dedicated to connecting candidates with opportunities that align with their career goals and market-leading salaries.

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Title: Associate | Banking

Company: Barratt Galvin

Location: Dubai, UAE/Dubai

Category: Law/Legal (Financial Law), Finance & Banking

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