Job description A&O Shearman are recruiting a Corporate ECM Counsel to join our Riyadh Corporate practice. DEPARTMENT PURPOSE A&O Shearman advises across the full spectrum of corporate work including public takeovers, private M&A, Private Equity, ECM, complex joint ventures, disposals and corporate restructurings, as well as general commercial, antitrust and corporate governance issues. We are a truly global adviser with an enviable geographic footprint. Our corporate team spans all of our offices and works seamlessly with a global community of relationship law firms. This platform provides our clients with the confidence that they will receive the highest quality advice in both their domestic markets and as they expand into new territories. Our middle east equity capital markets practice is recognised as the market leader in the UAE and wider MENA region, having acted on the most high-profile ECM transactions in the region. We have received extensive independent recognition of our market-leading position through being ranked in the top tier by the leading independent guides to the legal profession. We have extensive experience in IPOs, equity fund raisings, private placements and bringing companies to market, as well as equity capital market transactions for existing listed companies, including rights issues, secondary offerings, placings, block trades and equity-linked securities. We have a strong international footprint and rich history of working on cross‑border matters. As a result, anyone coming to this team will obtain some of the best experience available in the market. We are focussed on growing our people so that they can fulfil their potential and become the best transactional lawyers. ROLE PURPOSE We are looking for a Counsel to support our ECM practice group in Riyadh. ROLE & RESPONSBILITIES Drafting, reviewing and amending documentation Providing strategic guidance to clients Managing client expectations and project delivery appropriately Business development - development of personal plan, assistance with and implementation of business development campaign Legal research KEY REQUIREMENTS Qualified lawyer 7-8 PQE + Strong technical knowledge with regards to corporate M&A and ECM Strong transactional experience Intellectual curiosity and versatility Self-starter with the desire and ability to continuously acquire, build upon and share know ledge Detail-focused and self-motivated approach Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Excellent client relationship skills Ability to operate at associate level within a complex international organisation Strong commercial/business acumen with the ability to deliver creative and pragmatic solutions and advice Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface at all levels and particularly to win the respect of the partner and fee-earner community, building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Collaborative team player with the ability to develop and work in a fast paced, intellectually rigorous environment A person of sound judgment, able to establish a high level of credibility Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required.