
Corporate M&A Lawyer - KSA
RAYNE
Visa & sponsorship
- Employers in Saudi Arabia sponsor the residence visa by default, and nothing in the posting says otherwise.
Job description
RAYNE is expanding its consultant team and is seeking experienced Corporate M&A Lawyers based in Saudi to join our growing practice. As a consultant at RAYNE, you will be embedded directly within client organisations, functioning as a genuine extension of their in-house teams, backed throughout every engagement by RAYNE.
Key Responsibilities
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Advise on M&A transactions, joint ventures, and corporate structuring, from due diligence to post-merger integration.
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Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements, and other corporate transaction documents.
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Provide legal guidance on deal structuring, regulatory approvals, and compliance with corporate laws.
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Conduct legal due diligence and risk assessments for private and public company acquisitions.
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Support cross-border transactions, ensuring compliance with international and regional regulations.
Qualifications
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5+ years PQE admitted in a major international jurisdiction.
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5+ years of M&A experience at either a top-tier international law firm or in-house within a corporate/M&A function.
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Strong background in private equity, corporate transactions, and due diligence.
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Proven ability to handle complex, high-value cross-border deals.
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Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
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Regional experience required
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Arabic language skills is a plus but not required.
Why RAYNE?
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Access to high-quality in-house secondments with trusted clients
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Exposure to different sectors, teams, and working environments
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A consultancy built on relationships, transparency, and trust
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Ongoing support before, during, and after each secondment
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Adaptable and flexible working options that work for you
If you are a lawyer looking for a different way to work, then we would love to hear from you!
Company Description
RAYNE is changing the way leading multinationals, start-ups, and government entities across the Middle East access high-calibre legal talent through flexible resourcing solutions. We connect exceptional Legal professionals with businesses that need specialised support on critical projects and contracts. Our approach enables companies to engage top-tier expertise without long-term commitments, while also giving professionals the flexibility to work in a way that supports their career and lifestyle goals, prioritising balance.