Shipping litigation & arbitration lawyer

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a talented Shipping Litigation & Arbitration lawyer to join their Tier 1 practice in London. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile international disputes, while benefiting from a collaborative and supportive environment with excellent training and career development prospects.

Benefits

Exceptional training and development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Demonstrable interest in maritime law.
• 1-4 years PQE in shipping litigation or arbitration.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex shipping disputes including charterparty disputes and cargo claims.
• Conduct legal research and prepare for hearings.
• Manage client relationships and provide legal advice.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Maritime law interest

Client relationship management

Education

Strong academic background in law

Job description

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Shipping litigation & arbitration lawyer, london (city of london)

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Client:

IDEX Consulting Ltd

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Launch Your Career in Tier 1 Shipping Litigation & Arbitration

Are you a talented lawyer with a passion for maritime law?

Our client, a leading international law firm with an award-winning Tier 1 Shipping litigation and arbitration practice, is seeking to expand their team in London. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated lawyer with 2-8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) to join a dynamic and highly regarded team.

What you'll do:

• Work alongside leading partners and senior associates on complex shipping disputes, including charterparty disputes, bills of lading issues, collisions, and cargo claims.
• Develop a strong understanding of international maritime law conventions and industry practice.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and prepare for hearings and arbitrations.
• Manage client relationships and provide clear and concise legal advice.

What you'll bring:

• A strong academic background in law, with a demonstrable interest in maritime law.
• A minimum of 1-4 years of PQE in shipping litigation or arbitration.
• Excellent analytical and research skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to draft compelling legal documents.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English, with additional language skills a plus.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to work on high-profile international shipping disputes for a prestigious law firm.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment with access to exceptional training and development opportunities.
• A competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.