Construction/Projects Lawyer

Peerpoint Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

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Join to apply for the Construction/Projects Lawyer role at Peerpoint. Peerpoint offers a unique opportunity for experienced lawyers and attorneys to engage in interim legal consulting work at the highest level. As part of A&O Shearman, our consultants support the firm and its clients on landmark, challenging deals across the UAE and globally. Whether you're seeking contract legal roles, fractional assignments, or flexible secondments, Peerpoint enables you to shape a career that reflects your ambitions while maintaining the quality, integrity, and prestige associated with one of the world's leading law firms.

We work with some of the UAE's and Middle East's most well-known clients. Our assignments often run for six months and are generally based in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

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We are seeking lawyers with front-end construction, infrastructure, and major project experiences to join our UAE panel. You will have the opportunity to work on high-profile, complex developments across diverse sectors, advising on every stage from project inception and financing to delivery and dispute resolution. Collaborate with industry leaders, expand your skills in a fast-paced environment, and make a tangible impact on landmark projects that drive progress and innovation.

If you are looking to work on exciting and interesting deals in a way that suits your personal circumstances, we want to hear from you.

• Advise on front-end and back-end construction matters across complex projects in civil infrastructure, power and energy, and related sectors.
• Support projects from inception and financing through delivery and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to shape legal input on financing materials and key terms.
• Partner with industry leaders to drive progress and innovation on landmark deals.

• A minimum of four years post-qualification experience at a top-tier firm in your specialism and jurisdiction.
• Recent in-house legal experience within an energy, construction, transport or infrastructure company is beneficial but not essential.
• Middle Eastern experience and Arabic language skills are advantageous.

• Market-leading consulting career backed by A&O Shearman and a supportive platform.
• Dedicated development support, access to training, and networking opportunities with A&O Shearman and related resources.
• Access to world-class clients and progressive roles with flexibility to fit personal priorities.
• On assignment, support from Partners, professional support lawyers, and extensive knowledge resources.
• Career development options including coaching or mentoring and diverse paths to build experience.

• Mid-Senior level

• Contract

• Legal

• Construction
• Services for Renewable Energy
• Oil and Gas