Job description
White & Case consistently ranks as one of the premier law firms operating in the Middle East. We have advised on some of the country's most significant energy and infrastructure projects and high-profile capital markets and corporate M&A deals, working alongside leading government-owned enterprises and international clients.
Be part of our growth story in the Middle East. Join us as a trainee in Abu Dhabi, Dubai or Riyadh and you'll work on some of the highest profile matters for the most prominent clients in the region. Benefit from being part of a supportive and friendly team, with deep local roots, as well as the strength of a top-ranked global law firm.
It's an exciting time to start your career here. We have been advising clients in the Middle East for almost 40 years, often on their most complex global and local legal challenges. We’re committed to building our business in this exciting part of the world, and you’ll benefit from the chance to take on real responsibility and accelerate your own career.
- Law graduates start their SQE in September 2025 or September 2026 (or PGDL for non-law graduates)
- Trainees start in Abu Dhabi, Dubai or Riyadh in September 2026, March/September 2027 or March 2028
- All PGDL/SQE fees covered and a maintenance grant provided
What we are looking for
We don't look for one type of person. In fact, we actively seek out people with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to join our equally diverse global teams. Yet there are some attributes that are important to us. Here’s how you know you belong at White & Case:
- Academic qualifications: minimum of AAB at A levels, IB minimum 38 points (or equivalent) and 2:1 or above (actual or predicted) in undergraduate degree (or equivalent).
- Fluent in written and spoken Arabic required.
- Strong ties to the Middle East and a genuine interest in and commitment to pursuing a career in law in the Middle East region are essential.
Qualifications
Minimum of AAB at A levels, IB minimum 38 points (or equivalent) and 2:1 or above (actual or predicted) in undergraduate degree (or equivalent).
Accepted degree subjects
Any
Additional job details
- Location
- Abu Dhabi
- Dubai
- Riyadh
- Salary
- Competitive salary
How to apply
Applications open on 9 September 2024 for penultimate-year students, finalists and graduates from any degree discipline. Closing deadlines vary depending on which position you are applying for. Please refer to our application journey on our website.
Click Apply to start your application now. This job will be available on Prospects until 31 March 2025
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Closing date: Continuous recruitment