Matthew Edwards
Director
Job overview
Matthew Edwards is a Director at Beacon Legal and leads Australia’s largest dedicated In-House legal recruitment team. An Australian-qualified lawyer with more than a decade of experience recruiting across the Australian and broader APAC market, he brings deep industry knowledge and a long track record of partnering with both lawyers and major organisations.
Matthew specialises in senior and executive-level appointments, including Chief Legal Officers, General Counsels and Heads of Legal. He is trusted by some of the world’s most recognisable companies – from global technology groups to ASX-listed businesses and international financial institutions – to secure high-calibre legal talent across all industries.
Known for his strategic, commercial and relationship-driven approach, Matthew provides clear, informed advice on market trends, career progression and leadership hiring. He works closely with clients and candidates alike to ensure each appointment is aligned with long-term objectives and organisational culture, delivering a service grounded in discretion, insight and genuine partnership.
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Location
Australia
practice areas
In-House
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Roles
date posted: 29/07/2026
Project Development and Project Finance Senior Associate
JOB OVERVIEW
We are currently supporting a leading international law firm seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Associate to its Project Development and Project Finance team in Riyadh.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Riyadh
date posted:
Real Estate Senior Associate
JOB OVERVIEW
A leading international law firm is looking to appoint a Senior Associate to join its growing Real Estate practice in Riyadh.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Riyadh
date posted:
Corporate Senior Associate
JOB OVERVIEW
This is an excellent opportunity for a Saudi-qualified corporate lawyer to take on a genuinely senior role…
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Riyadh
date posted:
Construction/Energy Senior Associate
JOB OVERVIEW
We’re currently working with a leading international law firm seeking a Senior Associate (5–7 PQE) to join its highly regarded Construction & Energy team in Riyadh.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Riyadh
date posted:
Business Development Manager
JOB OVERVIEW
We are currently supporting a leading US law firm seeking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to its Riyadh office.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Riyadh
date posted:
Capital Markets Associate or Senior Associate
JOB OVERVIEW
We are currently supporting a global law firm seeking to appoint a mid-level Associate or Senior Associate to its Equity Capital Markets and broader Capital Markets team in Riyadh
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Riyadh
date posted:
Corporate Senior Associate
JOB OVERVIEW
We’re currently working on an exciting opportunity with a leading international law firm looking to hire a Corporate Senior Associate for its Riyadh office.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Riyadh
date posted: 14/07/2026
Head of Legal & Compliance
JOB OVERVIEW
An established oil & gas services company is looking to appoint a Head of Legal & Compliance to lead its legal function and provide strategic advice across its regional and international operations.
Salary
Competitive Executive Package
Location
Dubai
date posted:
Head of Legal
JOB OVERVIEW
A newly created family office is seeking its first Head of Legal to establish and lead the legal function across the business.
Salary
Competitive Executive Package
Location
Dubai
date posted:
Senior Legal Counsel
JOB OVERVIEW
A multinational consumer electronics company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide strategic legal support across its Middle East operations.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Dubai
date posted:
Finance Lawyer
JOB OVERVIEW
A global AI and technology business is looking to appoint a Finance Lawyer to support complex financing arrangements, strategic investments and treasury activities across its international operations.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Abu Dhabi
date posted:
Senior Legal Counsel (Construction)
JOB OVERVIEW
A rapidly expanding data centre operator is seeking an experienced construction lawyer to support the delivery of major hyperscale infrastructure projects across the Middle East.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Dubai
date posted:
Compliance Senior Manager
JOB OVERVIEW
A leading healthcare organisation is looking to appoint a Compliance Senior Manager to strengthen and oversee its compliance programme across a complex and highly regulated environment.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Abu Dhabi
date posted:
Senior Legal Counsel (Arabic)
JOB OVERVIEW
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits & Bonus
Location
Abu Dhabi
date posted:
Senior Legal Counsel – M&A
JOB OVERVIEW
A leading investment platform is seeking an experienced M&A lawyer to support high-value domestic and international acquisitions, investments and strategic transactions.
Salary
Highly Competitive & Bonus
Location
Abu Dhabi
date posted:
Senior Legal Counsel – Corporate & Commercial
JOB OVERVIEW
An internationally recognised AI and technology group is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to support strategic corporate projects, governance and commercial matters across its rapidly expanding business.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Abu Dhabi
date posted:
Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance
JOB OVERVIEW
A leading luxury real estate developer is seeking an experienced Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance to establish and lead its GRC function during an exciting period of growth.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Dubai
date posted:
Government Lawyer
JOB OVERVIEW
A leading regional law firm is seeking a Government Lawyer to advise government entities on high-profile legislative, regulatory and public sector matters across the UAE.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Dubai
date posted:
Head of Corporate Services
JOB OVERVIEW
A government-owned investment group is seeking an experienced Head of Corporate Services to lead its governance, company secretarial and corporate services function.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Dubai
date posted: 31/03/2026
Technology Lawyer (Contract)
JOB OVERVIEW
Beacon Legal has partnered with a leading global financial services organisation to recruit a Technology Lawyer into a high-performing central technology and commercial legal team on a contract basis…
Salary
$200 – 250k AUD (including superannuation)
Location
Sydney
date posted:
General Counsel
JOB OVERVIEW
Beacon Legal has exclusively partnered with a growing APAC-focused property developer backed by institutional capital. This is a foundational leadership role, responsible for establishing and leading the legal function…
Salary
$300 – 350k AUD (including superannuation) plus bonus
Location
Sydney
date posted:
Associate / Senior Associate (Mixed Insurance)
JOB OVERVIEW
A national firm is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its insurance team, offering a broad mix of advisory and litigation work across multiple lines…
Salary
Strong earning potential + genuinely lucrative bonus structure
Location
Brisbane / Melbourne / Sydney
date posted:
Personal Injuries Lawyer (Associate / Senior Associate)
JOB OVERVIEW
A global firm is seeking a Personal Injuries Lawyer to work on complex and sensitive matters, including historical abuse claims and liability disputes. This role offers exposure to high-profile cases within a supportive international environment…
Salary
Strong earning potential + genuinely lucrative bonus structure
Location
Brisbane
date posted:
Lawyer / Associate (Health)
JOB OVERVIEW
An opportunity to join a national firm working across a unique mix of medical negligence and regulatory matters. This role offers varied and impactful work within the healthcare sector…
Salary
Strong earning potential + genuinely lucrative bonus structure
Location
Brisbane
date posted:
Construction Lawyer (Associate / Senior Associate)
JOB OVERVIEW
A leading national firm is seeking a Construction Lawyer to join its insurance team. This role focuses on significant construction and engineering disputes, offering the opportunity to work on complex and technical matters within the infrastructure sector…
Salary
Strong earning potential + genuinely lucrative bonus structure
Location
Sydney
date posted:
Senior Associate (Financial Lines)
JOB OVERVIEW
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Associate to join a Band 1 ranked insurance team specialising in Financial Lines. This role offers exposure to complex, high-value matters within a market-leading practice, working alongside highly regarded partners and clients across the sector.
Salary
Strong earning potential + genuinely lucrative bonus structure
Location
Sydney or Melbourne
date posted:
Plaintiff Insurance – Senior Associate/Special Counsel
JOB OVERVIEW
This is a rare opportunity to join one of Australia’s leading plaintiff firms in a genuinely senior, high-impact role.Are you currently leading complex matters, shaping litigation strategy, and building long-term client relationships? If not, this role offers that next step.
Salary
Strong earning potential + genuinely lucrative bonus structure
Location
Brisbane
date posted:
Senior Legal Counsel
JOB OVERVIEW
We’re working with a leading global energy business in their search for a new Senior Legal Counsel. The role requires someone with around 8 years experience…
Salary
$210,000 – $240,000 package
Location
Sydney - Manly
date posted:
Senior Legal Counsel
JOB OVERVIEW
We’re working with a leading global digital infrastructure and energy business in their search for a new Senior Legal Counsel.The role requires someone with 8 or more years experience working across energy or construction matters…
Salary
$250,000 - $300,000 package
Location
Sydney CBD
date posted:
Legal Counsel – Employment & Dispute Resolution (12-Month FTC)
JOB OVERVIEW
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Counsel to join a large, globally recognised organisation in the education sector on a 12-month fixed-term contract…
Salary
$170,000 package (AUD)
Location
Melbourne
date posted:
Corporate Senior Associate (Minimum 5 PQE)
JOB OVERVIEW
An excellent opportunity to join a top-tier international firm, with high-level exposure to complex corporate transactions.You will work with Partners across the GCC, supporting them and taking the lead on transactions…
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Riyadh
date posted: 27/03/2026
Senior Lawyer (M&A)
JOB OVERVIEW
We are working with a leading, well-capitalised investment platform based in Abu Dhabi. The organisation has a strong track record of executing high-value, complex transactions across multiple sectors and continues to grow its international presence.
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Abu Dhabi
date posted: 13/01/2026
Senior Legal Counsel
JOB OVERVIEW
This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading in-house organisation in Abu Dhabi, working closely with senior leadership, advising on international projects and play an important role with a high impact legal function…
Salary
AED 25,000- AED 30,000
Location
Dubai, UAE
date posted:
Legal Counsel
JOB OVERVIEW
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading Diversified Conglomerate in the UAE who are a looking for a Legal Counsel to their established legal team…
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Abu Dhabi
date posted:
Senior Compliance Manager
JOB OVERVIEW
This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading hospital and be responsible for managing and supporting the implementation of their ethics and compliance program…
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Abu Dhabi
date posted: 31/03/2026
Corporate Associate (NQ – 2 PQE)
JOB OVERVIEW
An opportunity has arisen for a high-calibre Corporate Associate to join the corporate team of a leading Magic Circle law firm…
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Riyadh
date posted:
TMT/IP Partner
JOB OVERVIEW
An international law firm is seeking to appoint a TMT/IP Partner to join its growing Riyadh office. This is a strategic senior hire, offering the opportunity to build and lead…
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Riyadh
date posted:
Senior Legal Counsel – Wholesale or Satellite
JOB OVERVIEW
This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised technology and telecommunications business in one of two Senior Legal Counsel roles, supporting either the Wholesale business or the Satellite business…
Salary
$220k Package
Location
Sydney or Melbourne
date posted: 13/01/2026
Senior Legal Counsel
JOB OVERVIEW
This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading in-house organisation within the technology sector. You will be reporting to the General Counsel and working with a talented team advising on a mixture of contention…
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Location
Dubai
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