24 March 2026
Funds Associate/Senior Associate - Dubai or Abu Dhabi
Key requirements
Ideally between 3-7 PQE Strong technical knowledge of limited partnership agreements Good knowledge of market trends In-depth knowledge of private funds
The role
A&O Shearman is seeking an Associate/Senior Associate with 3+ years of PQE for its Funds practice in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. This role focuses on fund structuring and formation, advising asset managers and investment funds on establishment and regulatory requirements.
What you'll do
- Structure, prepare fund documentation, negotiate fund deals and coordinate fund closings
- Draft, review and negotiate key fund documentation such as PPMs, limited partnership agreements and subscription agreements
- Draft, review and negotiate investment management, investment advisory, custody, administration, investor side letters and all other contractual documentation relating to funds
- Build up strong regulatory knowledge tailored to the funds and asset management practice
- Review and negotiate fund documentation from an investor’s perspective
- Be involved in structuring, reviewing and negotiating documentation relating to joint venture/co-sponsored funds, fund-of-ones and other bespoke / hybrid structures as well as investments by anchor investors into fund including a stake in the general partner / manager
What we're looking for
Ideally between 3-7 PQE
Strong technical knowledge of limited partnership agreements
Good knowledge of market trends
In-depth knowledge of private funds
Experience in negotiations with investors
Good market knowledge of negotiating points on fund investments and co-investments
Comfortable dealing with new structures and jurisdictions
Experience in establishing funds in ADGM, DIFC, Delaware, Luxembourg, Guernsey and Cayman Islands
An excellent academic record is essential, i.e. a minimum of 2:1 bachelor’s degree and relevant legal qualification
Benefits
First-rate training and development
Compelling benefits package
Unrivalled experience and opportunities
Dynamic and supportive environment
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Funds Associate/Senior Associate - Dubai or Abu Dhabi
A&O Shearman · 
Dubai
Dubai