Senior Associate Lawyer

An international law firm based in Dubai is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Shipping and International Transactions team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high\-value, complex maritime and international trade matters within a dynamic and growing practice. The Role You will advise on a broad mix of transactional and contentious shipping matters, working closely with international clients across multiple jurisdictions. Key responsibilities include: * Negotiating and drafting documentation for ship sale \& purchase transactions * Acting as escrow agent and party representative, including drafting and reviewing completion services agreements * Supporting clients with vessel registration, flagging, and structuring (including SPVs) * Liaising with flag registries and managing mortgage releases and registrations * Advising on ship finance matters, including acquisitions, refinancing, facility agreements, and sale \& leaseback structures (including yachts and superyachts) * Assisting on arbitrations and disputes (MOA disputes, charterparty claims, commodity contracts) * Preparing submissions, reviewing evidence, liaising with witnesses, and supporting hearing preparation * Drafting legal opinions, notices, and transactional documentation * Participating in closings and client negotiations About You * Qualified lawyer with strong experience in shipping, maritime, or international trade law * Confident handling both transactional and contentious matters * Strong drafting and communication skills * Commercially minded with the ability to work in a fast\-paced, international environment Why Apply? * Exposure to high\-value, cross\-border work * Collaborative and internationally focused team * Strong career progression within a growing Middle East platform * Offering relocation package (flights and temp accommodation) If you’re interested in learning more, feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion.