Commercial Litigation and Arbitration Associate, London

Jameson Legal.; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking a high-calibre associate to join its Commercial Litigation and Arbitration team in London. This role involves handling high-value, multi-jurisdictional disputes across various sectors and offers excellent career progression in a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' post-qualification experience in high value disputes.
• Solid understanding of Civil Procedure Rules (CPR).

Responsibilities

• Deal with contentious matters across various sectors like energy and shipping.
• Manage high-value, multi-jurisdictional disputes and enforcement actions.
• Collaborate internationally with teams in London, Paris, and Singapore.

Skills

Drafting

Analytical Skills

Case Management

Client-facing Skills

Proactive Mindset

Education

England & Wales or equivalent Common Law qualification

Job description

Our client, a leading global law firm, is seeking a high-calibre associate to join its Commercial Litigation and Arbitration team in London.

The role involves a broad range of contentious matters across a variety of sectors, including energy, shipping, international trade, infrastructure, and financial services. The successful candidate will act for a diverse client base, including trading houses, energy companies, financial institutions, and state-owned entities, on high-value, multi-jurisdictional disputes. These include litigation and arbitration (under ICC, LCIA, UNCITRAL, and ad hoc rules), trade-related enforcement actions, freezing orders, asset recovery, and matters involving the implications of international sanctions and export controls. The work is highly international and often involves close collaboration with colleagues across key global hubs, including London, Paris, the Middle East, Singapore, and the US.

The ideal candidate will have:

• England & Wales or other equivalent Common Law qualification
• 3-5 years' post-qualification experience in high value, multi-jurisdictional disputes
• A solid understanding of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)
• Excellent drafting, analytical and case management skills
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and strong client-facing skills

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing team working on high-profile matters, offering a collaborative culture, global exposure, and a clear pathway for career progression.

To apply or discuss your current situation in confidence, please contact Thiago Silva.

Please note that where a level of preferred experience or qualification is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.Jameson Legal acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.