Shipping Litigation-Senior Associate

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

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.