34 M A jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Job Title: M&A Counsel (Senior)
Group: Global
Location: Relocation to Thailand, Dubai, or Malta (Relocation support provided)
Salary: Up to AED 25,000 per month (Negotiable, based on experience)
Notice Period: Up to 30 days
Experience Required: Minimum 8+ years

We are seeking an accomplished and highly strategic Senior M&A Counsel to join our Global Corporate Legal team. This senior-level role is key to advancing the companys inorganic growth strategy through mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic investments worldwide.

You will oversee the entire M&A lifecycle from target identification and due diligence to negotiation, closing, and post-merger integration acting as both legal advisor and project manager. This role is ideal for a seasoned lawyer with exceptional commercial insight, negotiation skills, and the ability to operate independently in a dynamic, fast-paced, and international environment.

Transaction Execution & Management

• Lead and manage all legal aspects of M&A and investment transactions from initiation to completion, including structuring, due diligence, negotiation, and closing.

• Draft, review, and negotiate key transaction documents including LOIs, term sheets, share purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, and shareholder agreements.

• Coordinate the due diligence process with internal teams (Finance, HR, Technology) and external advisors to assess and mitigate legal and commercial risks.

• Advise senior leadership on transaction structures, deal terms, and negotiation strategies.

Strategic Advisory & Pipeline Development

• Partner with corporate development to assess acquisition targets, joint ventures, and investment opportunities.

• Provide early-stage legal advice on deal feasibility and alignment with long-term business objectives.

• Monitor M&A market trends, especially in technology, gaming, and digital sectors, to inform deal strategy.

Post-Closing Integration & Portfolio Management

• Oversee legal aspects of post-merger integration, ensuring smooth transition of assets, operations, and employees.

• Support legal management of acquired entities and joint ventures within the corporate portfolio.

• Refine and enhance M&A playbooks, templates, and internal processes to optimize transaction execution.

• Qualified lawyer in a major common law or civil law jurisdiction (e.g., UK, USA, EU).

• 8 -12 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in public and private M&A, gained at a top-tier international law firm; in-house M&A experience with a multinational corporation is a strong advantage.

• Proven record of leading complex, cross-border M&A deals through the full lifecycle.

• Advanced skills in drafting and negotiating sophisticated transaction agreements.

• Strong business acumen and ability to advise on commercial and financial aspects of transactions.

• Exceptional project management skills with experience managing multiple high-stakes workstreams simultaneously.

• Excellent communication skills and confidence in advising senior executives.

• High ethical standards, integrity, and sound judgment.

Bei uns bewegen Sie etwas – vom ersten Tag an. Rödl & Partner steht für fachliche Exzellenz – mit 6.000 Kolleginnen und Kollegen an mehr als 110 Standorten, in rund 50 Ländern. Als Arbeitgeber setzen wir auf Unternehmergeist und Eigenverantwortung.

• Enge Zusammenarbeit mit anderen Berufsgruppen sowohl in den Vereinigten Arabischen Emiraten als auch international
• Leitung von rechtlichen Beratungsdienstleistungen für internationale Mandate in Bezug auf ihre kommerziellen Aktivitäten und Investitionen in den Vereinigten Arabischen Emiraten
• Bereitstellung innovativer Lösungen und Ratschläge, die auf die kommerziellen Bedürfnisse unserer Mandanten ausgerichtet sind
• Sie sind laufend über alle Gesetzgebungen und praktische Änderungen im Bereich M&A, Gesellschaftsrecht und Vertragsrecht informiert
• Sicherstellung einer hervorragenden Führungsqualität sowie des Aufbaus und der aktiven Entwicklung des Teams für M&A, Gesellschaftsrecht und Vertragsrecht
• Eine hervorragende juristische Qualifikation, gerne auch mit Promotion oder LL.M.
• Fundierte Erfahrung als Rechtsanwalt mit erster Führungserfahrung
• Ausgezeichnete Fähigkeiten und Kenntnisse im Bereich M&A, Gesellschaftsrecht und Vertragsrecht
• Starke Teamfähigkeit und die Motivation, nationale sowie internationale Netzwerke aufzubauen und zu pflegen
• Hervorragende Organisations- und Zeitmanagementfähigkeiten zur Bewältigung von Fristen sowie eine ausgeprägte Kommunikationsstärke
• Bereitschaft, gelegentlich zu Kernbüros in Deutschland zu reisen, um unser Netzwerk weiter auszubauen
• Schnelle Teamintegration durch persönliche Ansprechpartner, einen individuellen Einarbeitungsplan und einen strukturierten Onboarding-Prozess
• Individuelle Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten und Talentveranstaltungen unterstützen die Entwicklung entlang aller Karrierestufen
• Frühzeitige Übernahme von Projektverantwortlichkeiten und Mandaten
• Flexible Arbeitszeitmodelle, 30 Tage Urlaub, mobiles Arbeiten und viele weitere Maßnahmen helfen dabei, genug Zeit für die wirklich wichtigen Dinge im Leben zu schaffen

Wir gehen unseren eigenen Weg – und schöpfen Kraft aus unserer Vielfalt. Rödl & Partner steht für soziales Engagement und eine Kultur der Offenheit. Wir fördern individuelle Talente und achten auf einen wertschätzenden, respektvollen Umgang miteinander. Wir gewinnen gemeinsam.

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Job Title: M&A Counsel (Senior)
Group: Global
Location: Relocation to Thailand, Dubai, or Malta (Relocation support provided)
Salary: Up to AED 25,000 per month (Negotiable, based on experience)
Notice Period: Up to 30 days
Experience Required: Minimum 8+ years

We are seeking an accomplished and highly strategic Senior M&A Counsel to join our Global Corporate Legal team. This senior-level role is key to advancing the companys inorganic growth strategy through mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic investments worldwide.

You will oversee the entire M&A lifecycle from target identification and due diligence to negotiation, closing, and post-merger integration acting as both legal advisor and project manager. This role is ideal for a seasoned lawyer with exceptional commercial insight, negotiation skills, and the ability to operate independently in a dynamic, fast-paced, and international environment.

Transaction Execution & Management

• Lead and manage all legal aspects of M&A and investment transactions from initiation to completion, including structuring, due diligence, negotiation, and closing.

• Draft, review, and negotiate key transaction documents including LOIs, term sheets, share purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, and shareholder agreements.

• Coordinate the due diligence process with internal teams (Finance, HR, Technology) and external advisors to assess and mitigate legal and commercial risks.

• Advise senior leadership on transaction structures, deal terms, and negotiation strategies.

Strategic Advisory & Pipeline Development

• Partner with corporate development to assess acquisition targets, joint ventures, and investment opportunities.

• Provide early-stage legal advice on deal feasibility and alignment with long-term business objectives.

• Monitor M&A market trends, especially in technology, gaming, and digital sectors, to inform deal strategy.

Post-Closing Integration & Portfolio Management

• Oversee legal aspects of post-merger integration, ensuring smooth transition of assets, operations, and employees.

• Support legal management of acquired entities and joint ventures within the corporate portfolio.

• Refine and enhance M&A playbooks, templates, and internal processes to optimize transaction execution.

• Qualified lawyer in a major common law or civil law jurisdiction (e.g., UK, USA, EU).

• 8 -12 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in public and private M&A, gained at a top-tier international law firm; in-house M&A experience with a multinational corporation is a strong advantage.

• Proven record of leading complex, cross-border M&A deals through the full lifecycle.

• Advanced skills in drafting and negotiating sophisticated transaction agreements.

• Strong business acumen and ability to advise on commercial and financial aspects of transactions.

• Exceptional project management skills with experience managing multiple high-stakes workstreams simultaneously.

• Excellent communication skills and confidence in advising senior executives.

• High ethical standards, integrity, and sound judgment.

We are seeking several highly skilled lawyers to advise on mergers and acquisitions, draft complex agreements, and support businesses through the deal cycle.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on M&A transactions, joint ventures, and corporate structuring.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex agreements.
• Providing legal guidance on deal structuring, regulatory approvals, and compliance with corporate laws.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years PQE admitted in a major international jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of M&A experience at a top-tier law firm or in-house within a corporate/M&A function.
• Strong background in private equity, corporate transactions, and due diligence.
• Proven ability to handle complex, high-value cross-border deals.

The ideal candidate will have excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, as well as regional experience. Arabic language skills are a plus but not required.

This is a fixed-term assignment opportunity in the Middle East for professionals looking for flexibility and work-life balance.

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We are seeking several highly skilled M&A Lawyers to join our clients across Dubai & Abu Dhabi for 6 month + assignments. These roles require a strong on-site presence and close collaboration with corporate, finance, and legal teams. You will be responsible for advising on M&A transactions, drafting and negotiating complex agreements and supporting the business through all stages of the deal cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on M&A transactions, joint ventures, and corporate structuring, from due diligence to post-merger integration.

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements, and other corporate transaction documents.

• Provide legal guidance on deal structuring, regulatory approvals, and compliance with corporate laws.

• Conduct legal due diligence and risk assessments for private and public company acquisitions.

• Support cross-border transactions, ensuring compliance with international and regional regulations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE admitted in a major international jurisdiction.

• 5+ years of M&A experience at either a top-tier international law firm or in-house within a corporate/M&A function.

• Strong background in private equity, corporate transactions, and due diligence.

• Proven ability to handle complex, high-value cross-border deals.

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Regional experience required

• Arabic language skills is a plus but not required.

If you are looking for a fixed term assignment in the Middle East, we would love to hear from you

Company Description

RAYNE is changing the way leading multinationals, start-ups, and government entities across the Middle East access high-calibre legal talent through flexible resourcing solutions. We connect exceptional Legal professionals with businesses that need specialised support on critical projects and contracts. Our approach enables companies to engage top-tier expertise without long-term commitments, while also giving professionals the flexibility to work in a way that supports their career and lifestyle goals, prioritising balance.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Contract

• Job function Business Development and Sales
• Industries Law Practice

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We are seeking a highly skilled Corporate Lawyer to lead our M&A transactions in Dubai.

• Manage and execute M&A deals, including due diligence processes, negotiations and integration.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and act as their trusted advisor on M&A execution.

Requirements:

• UAE experience required.
• Fluent bilingual Arabic/English skills, reading, writing and speaking.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in M&A, with a proven track record of successful deal execution.
• Excellent communication skills.
• LLB or LLM from a reputable university.
• Qualified bilingual lawyer based in the UAE.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Corporate Lawyer to join our team in Dubai and contribute to our success.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• A strong background in M&A law.
• Proven experience in managing M&A deals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

We are seeking an experienced M&A professional to lead and manage complex transactions, including due diligence processes, negotiations, and integration.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute M&A transactions with a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.
• Maintain and develop strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues.
• Act as a trusted advisor on M&A execution, providing strategic guidance and support.

Requirements:

• Must have at least 4 years of experience in M&A, with a proven track record of successful deal execution.
• Fluent bilingual Arabic/English skills, including reading, writing, and speaking.
• LLB or LLM from a reputable university.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile M&A deals and make a significant impact on the business. If you are a motivated and experienced M&A professional looking for a new challenge, please apply.

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Job Purpose

The Senior Consultant of M&A will manage the company’s mergers and acquisitions strategy, focusing on identifying, evaluating, and executing deals to drive inorganic growth. This role will oversee the entire M&A lifecycle—from target screening and financial analysis to due diligence, deal structuring, negotiation, and post-merger integration—ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.

Job Responsibilities

Key Focus Areas

Key Activities

• Lead end-to-end acquisition processes including term sheet negotiation, definitive agreement execution, and closing coordination
• Manage external advisors (investment banks, legal counsel, accounting firms) to ensure optimal deal outcomes
• Develop and execute creative deal structures to maximize value and minimize risk
• Oversee the entire deal lifecycle from initial contact through post-closing transition
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal approval processes

Alternative Corporate Development

• Establish and manage corporate venture capital (CVC) program to invest in emerging cybersecurity technologies
• Identify and evaluate joint venture opportunities with complementary technology providers
• Structure and negotiate strategic alliances and co-development agreements
• Monitor and manage portfolio performance of CVC investments and JVs

Market Research & Opportunity Identification

• Conduct comprehensive market scans to identify emerging cybersecurity technologies, products, and service providers
• Develop detailed target profiles including market position, financial health, and cultural fit
• Maintain a proprietary database of potential targets with regular updates on valuation trends
• Monitor venture capital activity and startup ecosystems for potential CVC investments
• Identify divestiture opportunities where non-core assets could be monetized

Financial Analysis & Strategic Evaluation

• Build complex financial models to assess valuation, accretion / dilution, and synergy potential
• Perform scenario analysis to evaluate different deal structures and their financial impact
• Benchmark targets against industry peers and historical transactions
• Develop business cases for non-M&A growth initiatives (JVs, strategic investments)
• Coordinate cross-functional due diligence teams (legal, financial, technical, HR)
• Identify and quantify risks (customer concentration, technology obsolescence, talent retention)
• Prepare comprehensive due diligence reports with clear recommendations
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans
• Conduct commercial due diligence on market positioning and competitive landscape

Deal Structuring & Negotiation

• Develop innovative deal structures including earn-outs, stock swaps, and strategic partnerships
• Lead negotiations on key terms including purchase price, reps & warranties, and covenants
• Work with tax experts to optimize deal structures for fiscal efficiency
• Negotiate shareholder agreements and joint venture operating agreements
• Resolve complex deal issues and overcome impasses in negotiations

Post-Merger Integration (PMI) & Value Realization

• Develop 100-day integration plans with clear milestones for technology and operations
• Establish integration management offices (IMOs) to track progress and resolve issues
• Implement synergy tracking mechanisms to ensure projected benefits are realized
• Develop playbooks for integrating different types of acquisitions

Stakeholder Management & Board Engagement

• Prepare board-level presentations articulating strategic rationale and expected ROI
• Develop alternative scenarios and contingency plans for board consideration
• Present regular updates on corporate development pipeline and portfolio performance
• Manage relationships with JV partners and CVC portfolio companies
• Align internal stakeholders across business units and functional areas

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner with product teams to assess how acquisitions fill technology gaps
• Work with HR on talent retention strategies and cultural integration
• Collaborate with regional leaders to onboard acquired entities globally
• Partner with CFO on capital allocation strategy
• Collaborate with CTO on technology scouting and startup engagement

AOR (Any Other Responsibilities)

Any other responsibilities as required by the Line Manager

Job Specifications

Skills / Certifications (Technical & Non-Technical)

• Proven track record of successfully closed deals in the 1M−50M USD range.
• Technical Skills : Expert-level financial modeling (LBO, DCF, merger models); familiarity with cybersecurity technologies.
• Negotiation & Stakeholder Management : Experience negotiating with founders, PE firms, and corporate sellers.
• Industry Knowledge : Deep understanding of cybersecurity markets, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies.

Minimum Work Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, accounting, or related field (required). MBA or equivalent advanced degree (preferred).
• Experience : 7+ years in M&A, corporate development, investment banking, or private equity, preferably in cybersecurity, IT services, or tech

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The Company

VEON is a Nasdaq-listed global digital operator that serves nearly 160m customers with connectivity a total base of 110 million monthly active users with digital services in some of the world’s most exciting frontier markets. Operating across six countries that are home to nearly 520 million people, in other words more than 7% of the world’s population, VEON transforms lives through technology-driven services that empower individuals and drive economic growth.

With VEON’s Digital Operator 1440 vision and strategy, VEON Group companies redefine the engagement that telecom operators have with their customers, providing the best digital experience to customers up to 1440 minutes in a day. We transform not only the daily experience of the final users, but also support the growth of enterprises and industries as a whole by using cutting-edge technologies in AI, big-data and cloud services to serve our business customers .

This is all underpinned by a commitment to sustainability, ensuring VEON’s operations are run safely and ethically while fostering digital entrepreneurship and greater digital skills and literacy in the communities in which VEON operates. VEON’s values-based approach works to strengthen trust by building a responsible and sustainable business that benefits customers, employees, communities, and shareholders.

VEON’s international leadership team is drawn from experienced executives from around the world and has been led by CEO Kaan Terzioğlu since July 2021.

• This dynamic role with direct exposure to the business will be part of a team of lawyers based in VEON’s Dubai Headquarters, providing legal support on all M&A transactions undertaken by the VEON Group. In addition, the role covers support of Group level commercial projects.
• You will be a part of a team involved in strategic and impactful projects. Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel M&A, Digital and Special Projects, you will be providing support for a wide variety of functions and/or divisions within VEON, including Group Executives and OpCo Management teams.
• The role involves dealing with M&A, special projects and commercial matters including those involving very complex issues in a variety of jurisdictions, including those in VEON’s emerging market footprint.

• Responsible for high visibility M&A and strategic projects.
• Independent legal support for M&A. In addition, the role will support strategic and/or high value commercial projects at the Group level.
• Working with various stakeholders in the organization, including Group executives, local company management teams and other functions such as finance, compliance, commercial and technical teams.
• Supporting the company’s M&A strategy requiring quick adaptation to an international and fast-changing environment.
• Provide high quality and pragmatic legal and strategic advice working with external counsel.
• Supporting internal digital initiatives, including the development of existing and new digital businesses within the VEON Group to unlock their full growth and market potential.
• Willingness to familiarize yourself with and take on additional tasks within the Legal team.
• Managing external counsel, providing clear instructions, work scope and budget.

• Experience in M&A and corporate law, preferably gained in a top tier international law firm or multinational corporate environment.
• Able to be proactive, autonomous, with a solution-oriented and think out of the box mindset, as well as a team player.
• Good drafting and project management skills.
• Ability to drive complex transaction structuring.
• Able to handle multiple tasks, while meeting deadlines and ability to work under pressure.
• Role is based at VEON’s Headquarters in Dubai.

• Education and experience
• Professionally qualified lawyer.
• Have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience with proven technical competence.
• Fluent in English. Other languages beneficial but not mandatory.

• Customer obsessed: We have a passion for our customers – they are at the heart of everything we do. We are able to make difficult decisions when we know it’s in our customers’ best interests. We keep an eye on our competitors but it’s our customers who are always front of mind. We are driven by our customer insight – all our digital innovations are borne out of customer need.

• Entrepreneurial: We have an ownership mentality, demonstrating passion and taking responsibility of the business as if it were our own. We’re agile and dynamic. We like to push boundaries and explore what’s possible – we are not held back by a fear of failure. We take smart risks, but only when it’s in our customers’ best interests. We lead by example – we do what we say we’re going to do.

• Innovative: We never stop. We’re always moving, looking for the next disruptive digital ideas. We’re adventurous and excited about trying something new. We’re quick to bring new digital products and services to market, always driven by a clear customer need. We don’t follow the status quo, we are passionate about creating our own path.

• Collaborative : We bring people together, united by our passion for our customers. We work with – not against – each other and we cherish the time of others. We don’t look to blame, we look for solutions to problems. We partner with others – both internally and externally - in order to achieve more.

• Truthful: We are open, honest and demonstrate integrity in all our dealings – both internally and externally. We’re trustworthy, keeping our promises, admitting our mistakes – whether it’s to customers, peers, leadership or shareholders. We are focused on upholding the highest level of ethics at all times. We set clear expectations and clearly communicate feedback.

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Do you want to be part of a team that serves over 160 million customers across 6 dynamic markets? Do you want to pioneer new experiences for hundreds of millions in emerging economies? Do you feel at home working in a truly diverse and inclusive environment? We are VEON, a global digital operator and we scale new heights never thought possible.

Our DE&I Vision is:

Creating an Inclusive World for All – Inside and Beyond VEON

We aspire to create an Inclusive world for all by providing Equal voice and representation, driving growth with diverse and inclusive teams, that create products that serve Diverse needs of our customers across all dimensions of life from connectivity to digital financial inclusion, education, health and entertainment, and creating value for our people , our partners, and communities.