Key Responsibilities:

1. Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A):

• Advising clients on domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, divestitures, and strategic alliances.
• Conducting due diligence processes, preparing reports, and identifying potential legal risks and opportunities.
• Drafting and negotiating transaction documents such as share purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and joint venture agreements.
• Assisting in structuring transactions to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

1. Capital Markets:

• Advising clients on various capital market transactions including initial public offerings (IPOs), rights issues, private placements, and bond issuances.
• Preparing, reviewing, and negotiating prospectuses, offering memorandums, and other disclosure documents.
• Ensuring compliance with securities regulations and corporate governance requirements.
• Liaising with regulatory authorities and handling relevant approvals and filings.

1. Corporate Transactions & General Corporate Advisory:

• Drafting and reviewing corporate governance documents, including articles of incorporation, bylaws, resolutions, and minutes of meetings.
• Advising clients on corporate structuring, restructuring, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Providing legal opinions on various corporate matters including commercial contracts, licensing, and business registration.
• Assisting clients in corporate financing transactions and related due diligence.

1. Regulatory Compliance & Research:

• Keeping abreast of relevant laws, regulations, and industry developments in M&A, capital markets, and corporate governance.
• Providing guidance on regulatory compliance and risk management related to transactions.

1. Client Relationship Management:

• Maintaining effective communication with clients, understanding their business needs, and providing tailored legal solutions.
• Collaborating with other departments within the firm to provide comprehensive legal services.
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Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Law from a reputable university; Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., LLM) is a plus.

Admission to practice law in Kuwait or another reputable jurisdiction.

Experience: 3-7 years of experience in M&A, capital markets, and corporate transactions at a reputable law firm or corporate legal department.

Strong knowledge of Kuwaiti corporate and commercial law, securities regulations, and related legal frameworks.

Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.

Proficiency in English and Arabic, both written and spoken.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.