Senior Associate

Tahan - Cem Attorney Partnership; Fatih; On-site; TRY 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Tahan | Cem Attorney Partnership is strengthening its international disputes practice and seeks a Senior Associate in international arbitration. The candidate will handle high‑value, cross‑border disputes for Turkish and international clients, with a focus on construction arbitration and related contracts.

The role requires hands‑on experience in arbitral proceedings, strong research and drafting abilities, and excellent English.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in international arbitration, with hands‑on involvement in arbitral proceedings.
• Strong legal research, analytical and drafting skills.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Experience in cross‑border disputes or foreign‑law‑governed matters.
• Experience in construction arbitration, construction law or FIDIC contracts will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Acting as counsel in institutional and ad hoc arbitration proceedings (ICC, LCIA, ICSID, ISTAC, UNCITRAL).
• Managing all stages of arbitral proceedings, including case strategy, drafting submissions, evidence management and procedural coordination.
• Advising clients on dispute avoidance, settlement considerations and pre‑arbitral strategies.
• Conducting legal research and preparing legal opinions on complex cross‑border disputes.
• Advising domestic and international clients on commercial disputes, particularly in construction and infrastructure.
• Contributing to client briefings, legal publications and the development of the firm's international disputes practice.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting skills

English language

Cross-border disputes

Construction arbitration

Communication

Job description

Senior Associate – International Arbitration

Tahan | Cem is strengthening its international disputes practice and is seeking a Senior Associate with 5-7 years of experience in international arbitration. The successful candidate will join a growing team advising leading Turkish and international clients on high-value, cross-border disputes.

Experience in construction arbitration and commercial contracts will be considered a strong asset, while hands‑on experience in international arbitration is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting as counsel in institutional and ad hoc arbitration proceedings (ICC, LCIA, ICSDID, ISTAC, UNCITRAL).
• Managing all stages of arbitral proceedings, including case strategy, drafting submissions, evidence management and procedural coordination.
• Advising clients on dispute avoidance, settlement considerations and pre‑arbitral strategies.
• Conducting legal research and preparing legal opinions on complex cross‑border disputes.
• Advising domestic and international clients on commercial disputes, particularly in construction and infrastructure, where relevant.
• Contributing to client briefings, legal publications and the development of the firm's international disputes practice.

Candidate Profile

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in international arbitration, with demonstrable hands‑on involvement in arbitral proceedings.
• Strong legal research, analytical and drafting skills.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Experience in cross‑border disputes or foreign‑law‑governed matters.
• Experience in construction arbitration, construction law or FIDIC contracts will be considered an asset.
• Strong communication, organisational and time‑management skills, with a client‑focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a team.
• Willingness and availability to travel internationally without restrictions.

Why Join Us?

You will be part of a growing team handling significant cross‑border disputes for leading domestic and international clients. The role offers meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction and opportunities for professional growth within an expanding arbitration practice.

Learn more about us: www.tahan-cem.av.tr/