Senior Shipping Disputes Associate — Global Arbitration

Nicholas Scott Lateral Lawyer Hires; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

London-competitive salary

Job summary

Nicholas Scott Lateral Lawyer Hires in London is seeking a Senior Associate to handle high-value disputes in shipping, trading and commodities. You will work with market-leading partners and international clients, taking significant responsibility and client exposure.

The role requires a solicitor or barrister with 5+ years’ PQE in shipping, trading or commodities disputes, and a commercially minded approach to advise major clients confidently while balancing work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PQE in shipping, trading or commodities disputes.
• Experience advising international clients in a high-stakes disputes environment.
• Commercially aware with ability to advise major clients confidently.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of contentious matters across shipping, trading and commodities disputes.
• Advise on charterparty and bill of lading issues.
• Manage international arbitration and High Court litigation.
• Address contractual and regulatory issues in global trade and energy sectors.

Skills

Shipping & commodities disputes

Education

5+ PQE in shipping, trading or commodities disputes

Job description

Nicholas Scott Lateral Lawyer Hires in London is seeking a Senior Associate to handle high-value disputes in shipping, trading and commodities. You will work with market-leading partners and international clients, taking significant responsibility and client exposure.

The role requires a solicitor or barrister with 5+ years’ PQE in shipping, trading or commodities disputes, and a commercially minded approach to advise major clients confidently while balancing work‑life balance.