Shipping Litigation-Senior Associate

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

Job summary

Nicholas Scott Lateral Lawyer Hires in London is seeking an experienced Associate to join its Shipping, Trading & Commodities disputes practice. You’ll handle high-value matters in shipping disputes, charterparties and international arbitration, with exposure to major clients and market-leading partners.

You should be a Solicitor or Barrister with 5+ PQE in shipping/trading/commodities disputes, commercially minded and keen on balancing top-tier work with a balanced schedule.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in shipping, trading or commodities disputes.
• Commercially minded with the ability to advise major international clients confidently.
• Keen to combine top-tier work with greater work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Handle disputes across shipping, trade and commodities.
• Manage charterparty and bill of lading issues.
• Engage in international arbitration and High Court litigation.
• Advise on contractual and regulatory issues in global trade and energy sectors.

Education

Solicitor or Barrister with 5+ PQE in shipping/trading/commodities disputes (UK)

Job description

Associate – Shipping, Trading & Commodities Disputes

An international law firm with a leading reputation in shipping, trading and commodities disputes is seeking to appoint a Senior Associate (5 + PQE ) for the London Office.

The Role

You’ll handle a broad range of contentious matters across:

• Shipping, trade and commodities disputes
• Charterparty and bill of lading issues
• International arbitration and High Court litigation
• Contractual and regulatory issues arising in the global trade and energy sectors

You’ll work closely with market-leading partners and international clients, taking on significant responsibility and client exposure.

About You

• Solicitor or Barrister with 5 + years’ PQE in shipping, trading or commodities disputes
• Commercially minded with the ability to advise major international clients confidently
• Keen to combine top-tier work with greater work-life balance

The Package

• London-competitive salary and benefits package
• Clear route to career progression within an internationally recognised disputes team

If you’re an experienced disputes lawyer seeking high-value, international work.