Financial Services Regulation Associate 4-6PQE Dubai

• Financial Services Regulation Associate (4-6 PQE)
• The firm is looking for a technically strong and commercially aware Associate with 4-6 years' PQE to play a key role in advising on financial services regulation, compliance and regulatory investigations within a fast growing international practice.
• The Firm
• The Financial Services Regulation Associate will join a well established international law firm with a strong presence across the Middle East, Europe and Asia. The firm is recognised for advising major financial institutions, asset managers, banks and investment firms on complex regulatory matters.
• The Dubai office acts as a key regional hub for financial services work, supporting clients across the UAE and wider Middle East on regulatory compliance, licensing and governance matters.
• The firm offers a collaborative and high performing environment with exposure to sophisticated international work and clear opportunities for career progression.
• This is a full time position based in the firm's Dubai office.
• The Role
• The Financial Services Regulation team advises financial institutions on a wide range of regulatory matters including licensing, compliance frameworks and regulatory investigations.
• The successful Associate will play an important role advising clients on complex regulatory issues across the financial services sector.

The role will include

• Advising financial institutions on regulatory frameworks across the UAE and wider Middle East
• Supporting clients with licensing applications and regulatory approvals
• Advising on ongoing regulatory compliance and governance matters
• Assisting clients with regulatory investigations and enforcement matters
• Drafting regulatory submissions, policies and internal compliance documentation
• Liaising with regulatory authorities including the DFSA and ADGM
• Working closely with colleagues across international offices on cross border matters
• The Financial Services Regulation Associate
• You will be a motivated and technically strong lawyer looking to develop your career within an international financial regulatory practice.

The Financial Services Regulation Associate will have

• 4-6 years' PQE in financial services regulation
• Qualification as a solicitor in England & Wales
• Experience advising financial institutions on regulatory compliance and governance
• Strong knowledge of financial services regulatory frameworks
• Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex matters within a fast paced international environment
• Experience gained at a leading UK or international law firm is preferred.
• In return…?
• Competitive tax free salary and benefits package
• Exposure to complex international regulatory matters
• Opportunity to work with leading financial services clients across the Middle East
• Clear progression within a respected international firm
• Collaborative and high performing team environment in Dubai