Marine lawyer

LA Marine; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Career progression opportunities

Client-facing role

National and foreign travel opportunities

Friendly team environment

Modern office space

Regular social events

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled marine/maritime lawyer to join their vibrant Southampton team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in a diverse range of legal work, from litigation to commercial transactions, all within the dynamic marine sector. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements in a modern office environment, while also having the chance to travel nationally and internationally for client engagements and industry events. With a strong focus on professional development and a supportive team culture, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their legal career in a welcoming and innovative setting.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of post-qualification experience in marine/maritime law.
• Ability to handle a diverse case load independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied case load from litigation to commercial transactions.
• Work closely with clients, providing hands-on legal support.

Skills

Marine Law

Litigation

Commercial Transactions

Client Management

Education

Law Degree

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

LA Marine Southampton, England, United Kingdom

We are looking for a skilled and motivated 3-6PQE marine/maritime lawyer to join our friendly Southampton-based team.

We are offering:

• Work-life balance - hybrid and flexible working arrangements from our brand new office with the beautiful south coast on your doorstep.
• Progression - a competitive salary and benefits with performance-based opportunities for career development.
• Autonomy and support - handle and develop your own case load independently but with the support of the team and the wider LA family and infrastructure.
• Variety - a broad range of work from litigation to commercial transactions spanning the entire marine and maritime sector from leisure marine to shipping; no two days are the same.
• Hands-on experience - a client-facing role, working closely with local, national and international clients and operating at the forefront of the industry.
• Getting out and about - plenty of opportunities for national and foreign travel and attending industry events.
• A welcoming environment - a friendly, supportive team; fresh, modern office space, regular socials.
• A real opportunity to carve a niche for yourself in this dynamic, exciting industry.

If this all sounds good to you and you think you could fit into our team, please get in touch!

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice