Bilal is a capital markets partner based in Dubai. Bilal has extensive experience advising on debt capital markets and Islamic sukuk transactions (both Regulation S and Rule 144A) across the Middle East region. Bilal has also advised on securitisations, equity linked security issues, hybrid capital issues and liability management transactions.

Bilal Ahmad regularly assists clients with high-value sukuk issuances, Clients praise his strength in both conventional and Islamic finance-related matters. One source said: "He is very user-friendly, keeps everyone happy and is technically very strong."

Chambers Global 2017 (UAE Capital Markets)

Bilal Ahmad wins praise for his expertise in both conventional and Islamic debt capital markets matters. He advises on mandates across the Middle East region from his base in Dubai. Clients say: "He has a good handle on what needs to be done, and has tailor-made solutions if we are stuck."

Chambers Global 2017 (Middle East, Capital Markets)

Professional qualifications

Legal practitioner, New South Wales, Australia, 2002

Admitted as solicitor, England and Wales, 2007

Academic qualifications

Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Business, Finance, University of Technology, Sydney, 2001