Overview
International Arbitration (Senior) Associate Jobs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates at Eclectic Recruitment Ltd
Title: International Arbitration (Senior) Associate
Company: Eclectic Recruitment Ltd
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Role | Arbitration Associate / Senior Associate – Magic Circle
Company | Leading International Law Firm
Size | Global Disputes Practice (Magic Circle)
Level | 3–5 Years PQE
Based | Dubai
Offer | Competitive International Law Firm Package
We are working with a leading international law firm seeking a talented Disputes Associate or Senior Associate to join its high-performing Dubai-based disputes practice.
This firm is regularly involved in high-profile, strategically significant disputes while maintaining a highly collaborative working culture. The successful candidate will join a growing team handling complex, high-value, and often cross-border matters. The role offers exposure to the highest quality work typically associated with top-tier global firms, but within a supportive and structured environment.
The disputes practice covers a broad range of contentious matters including commercial litigation, international arbitration, construction disputes, and cross-border proceedings.
Typical Duties
- Managing case files and coordinating multi-jurisdictional teams across high-value disputes.
- Advising a broad client base—including corporates and financial institutions—on case strategy and dispute assessment.
- Drafting pleadings, submissions, and other complex legal and arbitral documentation.
- Working closely with partners and senior lawyers on sophisticated disputes from inception through to hearings and resolution.
- Collaborating with colleagues and managing disclosure, evidence review, and settlement negotiations.
Candidate Requirements
- 3–5 years PQE gained within a Magic Circle or similar environment
- Arabic & English proficiency in speaking and writing.
- Qualified Solicitor / Lawyer with a preference for a common law jurisdiction.
- Strong experience in arbitration with commercial litigation or cross-border dispute resolution experience.
- Excellent drafting, analytical, legal research, and communication skills.
- A commercial and pragmatic approach to handling high-pressure matters and tight deadlines.
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive in a high-performing team.
Benefits Include
- Highly competitive international tax-free package.
- Exposure to top-tier international arbitration and litigation work.
- Structured training and continuous professional development.
- Cross-border secondment and global collaboration opportunities.
- Strong emphasis on supportive team dynamics and career progression.
If this role looks like the new challenge that you are looking for, please apply via the advert or contact us directly for a confidential discussion.
We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time, but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential opportunities.
