Cross-Border Litigation & Arbitration Associate — Hybrid

Withers; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Withers in London is seeking an ambitious mid-level associate to join the firm's leading Litigation and Arbitration team. The role involves managing a diverse caseload of commercial litigation and arbitration matters.

Candidates will have 3-4 years PQE, strong drafting and client relationship skills, and a keen interest in cross-border disputes. Hybrid working with 2-3 days in-office is offered, along with a flexible benefits package.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor admitted to practise in England & Wales.
• Approximately 3-4 years' post-qualification experience.
• Excellent written communication and drafting skills.
• Strong interest in working on complex, cross-border and international disputes.
• Proven business development and client relationship management skills.
• Experience managing a varied caseload across multiple areas.
• Fluency in an additional language would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse caseload of commercial litigation and arbitration matters.
• Assisting on a broad range of commercial litigation and arbitration cases, including complex and cross-border disputes.
• Drafting, reviewing and amending key documents, including witness statements, pleadings, submissions and client briefings.
• Assisting with the preparation of fee estimates, pitches and business development initiatives.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and other stakeholders.

Skills

Written communication

Cross-border disputes

Business development

Client relationships

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified solicitor admitted to practise in England & Wales

Job description

Withers in London is seeking an ambitious mid-level associate to join the firm's leading Litigation and Arbitration team. The role involves managing a diverse caseload of commercial litigation and arbitration matters.

Candidates will have 3-4 years PQE, strong drafting and client relationship skills, and a keen interest in cross-border disputes. Hybrid working with 2-3 days in-office is offered, along with a flexible benefits package.