Senior Shipping Counsel: Maritime Disputes & Contracts

Gallagher Bassett; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallagher Bassett is seeking a Senior Associate to join Mays Brown, a specialist shipping law firm, with a track record of handling dry shipping disputes, contractual disputes, and complex drafting for clients.

You will manage diverse cases, advise on charterparties and cargo disputes, draft documents, negotiate settlements, and nurture client relationships. The role emphasizes collaboration, business development, and industry networking.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor
• Proven experience in shipping law
• Experience gained within a recognised shipping law firm and/or P&I Club
• Strong technical drafting and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
• Commercially minded with a genuine interest in the shipping industry
• Eligible to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of dry shipping disputes
• Advising clients on contractual, charterparty, cargo and payment disputes
• Drafting legal documents, correspondence and advice
• Handling negotiations and dispute resolution matters
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Attending client meetings, industry events and networking opportunities
• Contributing to business development initiatives and market engagement
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business

Skills

Shipping law

Contract drafting

Litigation support

Client relations

Job description

Gallagher Bassett is seeking a Senior Associate to join Mays Brown, a specialist shipping law firm, with a track record of handling dry shipping disputes, contractual disputes, and complex drafting for clients.

You will manage diverse cases, advise on charterparties and cargo disputes, draft documents, negotiate settlements, and nurture client relationships. The role emphasizes collaboration, business development, and industry networking.