Experienced Associate – Contentious Matters Legal Advisor

About the role

Deloitte is seeking an Experienced Associate to join its Contentious Matters team, supporting the Contentious Matters Leader across Jordan, Lebanon and Egypt. The role focuses on managing ongoing contentious matters, preventing escalation, and providing legal support to internal business units.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with monthly reporting and maintain an up‑to‑date database of all contentious matters.
• Prepare internal reports by extracting data from the database and manage case files on SharePoint.
• Diary deadlines, draft emails, and maintain accurate records in the case management system.
• Streamline processes by creating forms, templates, PowerPoint presentations and case statistics.
• Conduct legal research, analyze facts, gather evidence and draft legal memorandums, letters of demand and legal notices.
• Review pleadings, summarize points of law, legislative amendments and case law.
• Provide general legal advice, handle simple cases from start to finish, and support internal training sessions on risk mitigation.
• Monitor legal developments across the Middle East and Cyprus and report findings.
• Act as liaison between the Contentious Matters Team, internal functions and external counsel as required.

Required profile

• Experience in contentious matters or dispute resolution within a corporate or professional services environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accurate records.
• Proven ability to conduct legal research and draft clear, concise legal documents.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with internal stakeholders and external counsel.

Required skills

• SharePoint
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Case management systems
• Legal research tools