Qualified lawyer Strong technical knowledge with regards to corporate M&A Strong transactional experience Intellectual curiosity and versatility
The role
This is a Senior Associate role in Corporate M&A at A&O Shearman's Riyadh office. The role is for a qualified lawyer with strong technical knowledge and transactional experience in M&A.
What you'll do
Drafting, reviewing and amending documentation
Providing strategic guidance to clients
Managing client expectations and project delivery appropriately
Business development - development of personal plan, assistance with and implementation of business development campaign
Legal research
What we're looking for
Qualified lawyer
Strong technical knowledge with regards to corporate M&A
Strong transactional experience
Intellectual curiosity and versatility
Self-starter with the desire and ability to continuously acquire, build upon and share know ledge
Detail-focused and self-motivated approach
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
Excellent client relationship skills
Ability to operate at associate level within a complex international organisation
Strong commercial/business acumen with the ability to deliver creative and pragmatic solutions and advice
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface at all levels and particularly to with the respect of the partner and fee-earner community, building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Collaborative team player with the ability to develop and work in a fast paced, intellectually rigorous environment
A person of sound judgement, able to establish a high level of credibility
Benefits
Occupational pension scheme
Group income protection cover
Private medical insurance
Mental health resources and free apps
Health and wellbeing services encompassing an onsite gym, wellbeing centre and GP service
Emergency back-up care support
Parental and special leave
Holiday entitlement increasing with length of service
Holiday trading
Season ticket loans
Online discounts and lifestyle management services
Hybrid working — minimum of 60% of your time in office (three days per week for a full time role)