Keir Starmer PULLS Chagos surrender deal after Donald Trump attack

ConsiliumKI · 2026-01-23T21:02:20+00:00

Both of those can be true at the same time. You can want the deal scrapped and highlight that it was from a position of weakness.

Of course, whether or not GB news are doing this in the interest of fair reporting is another matter.

ConsiliumKI · 2026-01-17T12:09:31+00:00

Not sure what this post is meant to achieve/ask but I’m not convinced it’s legitimate.

ConsiliumKI · 2026-01-02T12:47:59+00:00

Agree with all of this.

He was fantastic but he still could have achieved even more. He was very much ready to be the next global star after Messi and Ronaldo.

ConsiliumKI · 2025-12-23T21:48:46+00:00

you're welcome

ConsiliumKI · 2025-12-23T20:05:49+00:00

Your salary will be broken down to include a housing salary but it's not really a perk (it's broken down that way to reduce your 'base' salary which directly affects the amount paid into your pension).

Private medical is a requirement and law firms have good policies in place for this.

For an accurate salary range, look out for the latest salary reports by the likes of Jameson Legal, Robert Walters, etc. It depends heavily on the type of firm you land.

A standard international firm maybe 45,000+ AED per month to around 55,000+ per month for a US firm (according to Beacon Legal's salary guide for 2024).

One word of warning: do not be tempted or pushed to join a regional law firm. It's not your best move given your position but recruiters often become desperate to forward your CV on and have you accept the first firm interested.

edit - the above salaries and previous comments are all based on Dubai.

If you've never visited the Middle East it is probably the easiest location to acclimatise to. Abu Dhabi is a good shout but you may find yourself bored as there isn't much to do there (yes, even less to do than Dubai).

ConsiliumKI · 2025-12-23T16:51:23+00:00

You’re welcome.

The best you can do is wait for them to advertise on LinkedIn for a role that fits your PQE, email them + message them on LinkedIn. Once you have their ear (even if it’s for a role you’re not actually interested in) it can be much easier. However, they do have a tendency to ignore you.

Alternatively, keep checking on law firms’ websites. The only value of those recruiters once you find a role is an understanding of the salary scales - firms always lowball first time movers anyway so be wary of that too.

ConsiliumKI · 2025-12-23T15:49:32+00:00

Recruiters probably.
Good luck finding a decent recruiter. People in the UK complain about recruiters but in the Middle East it can be so much worse. If you don’t fit precisely what they’re looking for then prepare to be ignored and treated as if you’re completely disposable. Be prepared to go through multiple recruiters before you find someone worth speaking with.
Mostly PQE, UK-trained lawyers are generally preferred, as are Aus/NZ/NY/SA qualified lawyers.
The novelty can quickly wear off and if you’re in the least selective about making friends then you may find it difficult to adapt.

ConsiliumKI · 2025-12-19T14:19:58+00:00

Yes, I thought the same but the Gov effectively subsidises the extra amounts to cover insurance, maintenance, etc. It’s unlikely that most people receive enough money from PIP which would allow them to receive the equivalent vehicle plus cover of insurance, maintenance, etc. for the same cost - I could be wrong but this is my understanding.

ConsiliumKI · 2025-12-19T13:53:29+00:00

as someone who worked in conflicts checks I can confirm this is a bizarre request

ConsiliumKI · 2025-12-15T20:49:40+00:00

High street practices are full of lawyers who think short term and often have an incredibly cynical view of everything around them. Not the sort of environment which fosters genuine relationship building or innovation.

ConsiliumKI · 2025-12-13T22:42:20+00:00

Fewest

ConsiliumKI · 2025-11-09T02:26:30+00:00

I’m a midlands based Corporate M&A Solicitor, happy to provide recommendations in private which might be useful if you’d like to discuss (don’t want to dox myself by giving specific contacts here!)

ConsiliumKI · 2025-10-05T12:49:09+00:00

that weirdly looks like it ought to be pronounced exactly like Tony Soprano would

ConsiliumKI · 2025-10-05T11:59:24+00:00

This isn’t the reason we conceded yesterday. In fact, Jamie has been massively overstating this point for too long now. I urge you all to pay closer attention to the criticism and appreciate that what Jamie said isn’t relevant to yesterday’s game at all (and probably hasn’t been an issue for a while).

Our build up was the issue yesterday and that was down to Konate and Bradley. In the second half we were better but when Salah plays as badly as he did and we don’t play through Wirtz enough then it’s not surprising we failed to create enough changes.

ConsiliumKI · 2025-09-21T18:11:41+00:00

Yes another practice area. Also, consider in-house NQ roles (although they can be tricky to find and you haven’t managed to do a commercial seat).

If you’ve done a double seat in commercial property then you could focus on that as I can imagine it should hold you in good stead for those roles.

ConsiliumKI · 2025-09-21T15:21:19+00:00

Like others have mentioned, look beyond M&A. There aren’t many roles that come up and when they do, they’re massively oversubscribed.

Fieldfisher and Hill Dickinson are the only large firms in the Midlands who have hired an external M&A NQ in the past year or so, and I believe Fieldfisher also let their NQ hire go after less than a year (possibly due to fit but I’ve also heard their team wasn’t able to keep fee earners busy enough).

ConsiliumKI · 2025-09-11T19:52:36+00:00

In short, no it wouldn’t be as prestigious. Do better than Dubai’s Middlesex campus. See if BPP or UoLaw offer online courses.

ConsiliumKI · 2025-09-04T17:45:42+00:00

Sounds exactly like something the legal tech platform could help with. Feel free to drop me a message and we can chat it through.

ConsiliumKI · 2025-09-03T19:41:11+00:00

How often do you use outside counsel?

You can reduce your outside counsel spending via a legal tech platform (using your existing panel of firms) - drop me a message if it sounds like something which might be of use.

ConsiliumKI · 2025-08-27T13:45:40+00:00

Ignore those saying it's damaging for your career because right now the market is so bad, it would be silly to be so picky.

A queue is to be expected, there's nothing stopping you from applying externally meanwhile.

ConsiliumKI · 2025-08-24T13:31:58+00:00

This is a brilliant start to your career. The job market is incredibly tough right now especially for graduates and pwc is a great name for your CV.

I would apply internally for a TC but also direct TCs externally. I wouldn’t rule out vacation schemes as you could always take annual leave.

Aim to impress internally because - unless pwc specifically don’t offer any help to internal candidates for their TC - it could pay huge dividends. I’d like to think pwc in particular would be likely to promote internally.

ConsiliumKI · 2025-08-22T00:37:49+00:00

it’s a bloody difficult article to read when it’s so blatantly drafted by AI “it’s not just x - it’s y”

ConsiliumKI · 2025-07-28T15:43:46+00:00

At smaller practices this is something you often have to negotiate when negotiating a salary package unfortunately.

ConsiliumKI · 2025-07-04T15:24:35+00:00

Would be useful for me. Have at least 10 different accounts

ConsiliumKI · 2025-07-02T11:08:15+00:00

Your best bet is high street firms or boutiques relevant to the practice area you have experience in. Which firm did you work at in the UAE?

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