International Arbitration Partner — Lead Global Disputes

William James Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

William James Recruitment is instructed on a strategic opportunity for a Partner to join the International Arbitration practice of a leading UK law firm. This is a key lateral hire, offering the opportunity to play a central role in the continued growth and development of an established arbitration offering across high-value, cross-border disputes.

The successful candidate will work closely with an experienced arbitration lead and a well-integrated disputes team, with the platform and support to

Responsibilities

• Act on complex international commercial and investment arbitration matters
• Advise on enforcement of arbitral awards across multiple jurisdictions
• Handle disputes across key sectors, including energy, construction, and infrastructure
• Work closely with the wider disputes and sector teams on cross-border matters
• Play a key role in originating and developing new client relationships
• Contribute to the strategic growth of the arbitration offering
• Mentor and develop junior lawyers within the team
• Build and maintain a strong international network
• Entrepreneurial and growth-focused environment
• Collaborative and supportive partnership structure
• Strong integration across practice areas and sectors
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Flexible and modern working practices
• Clear strategic investment in disputes and arbitration
• Strong platform for practice growth and development
• Access to high-quality domestic and international work
• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the practice

Job description

William James Recruitment is instructed on a strategic opportunity for a Partner to join the International Arbitration practice of a leading UK law firm. This is a key lateral hire, offering the opportunity to play a central role in the continued growth and development of an established arbitration offering across high-value, cross-border disputes.

The successful candidate will work closely with an experienced arbitration lead and a well-integrated disputes team, with the platform and support to