International Arbitration Senior Associate

William James Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking an experienced International Arbitration Senior Associate for a disputes-focused London practice. The candidate will have prior experience in international arbitration within a UK law firm and hold an English law qualification.

Expertise in English arbitration law and familiarity with ICC, LCIA, SIAC and ICSID rules are essential. The firm offers development support and a collaborative environment with global matters.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical, communication and organisation skills.
• Commercially aware with enthusiasm for business development.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative.
• Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Join a disputes-only boutique and contribute to cross-border arbitrations.
• Share vision and become a valued member of a close-knit team.
• Develop a network of international arbitration business contacts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Time-management

Leadership

Education

England & Wales Qualified

Job description

William James Recruitment is exclusively instructed by a disputes-only boutique practice in London, looking to recruit an International Arbitration Senior Associate.

Our client specialises in complex commercial litigation, arbitrations and investigations. In particular, the firm handles high-stakes, cross-jurisdictional matters spanning across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, the US and major offshore jurisdictions. The firm is ranked in the top tier for Dispute Resolution Specialist Firm in Chambers UK 2025.

This opportunity is for an experienced International Arbitration Senior Associate to join the practice. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working in the international arbitration department of a reputable UK law firm and will have obtained an English law qualification.

You will also require experience and a high level of familiarity with English arbitration law and the rules of key arbitration institutions such as the ICC, LCIA, SIAC, and ICSID is key.

The firm is looking for lawyers to share their vision and become a valued member of the close‑knit and exceptional team. The firm will invest in the development of its lawyers and support individuals to develop a network of international arbitration business contacts.

The Candidate

• England & Wales Qualified
• Excellent analytical, communication and organisation skills
• Commercially aware with enthusiasm for business development
• Ability to work well as part of a team and on your own initiative
• Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills

• Excellent basic salary depending on experience
• Ongoing training and development
• Progression opportunities
• Supportive working environment