We are working with a top-tiered international law firm that are looking for a senior associate to join their shipping disputes team in London.

With offices all over the world, and a fantastic reputation in the international maritime community, this is an opportunity to join a highly ranked, well-run team. We have a longstanding relationship with our client and consequently have an in-depth understanding of their working practice and office culture.

Key highlights of the role include:

• Salary. Our client offers remuneration and bonuses in line with the international rates of well-regarded city firms.
• Big-ticket work. You can expect on-hands exposure to the most recent and high-profile maritime matters.
• Prestige. You will be working for one of the biggest and most prestigious city law firms in the world.

You will be England & Wales qualified, 4+ PQE with experience in wet and/or dry shipping disputes.

If this position is of interest, do get in touch and we will be happy to discuss the specifics of this opportunity or similar roles.

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A well-known boutique private practice firm is looking for dry shipping lawyer to join their team with flexible working from home arrangements.

This is a unique opportunity for an England & Wales qualified solicitor to work within the shipping industry whilst based at home. Our clients have great reputations within the sector; acting on behalf of P&I clubs, trading companies and ship owners. The practice offers the opportunity for associates to learn and develop in a specialist area of law, whilst gaining exposure to a wide client base.

The culture of the firm is important to them. They are a small, cohesive team that values work life balance and are looking for a like minded associate to join them.

Having worked successfully with this firm on multiple occasions, we are able to provide you with guidance as to whether this is the right role for you.

To speak to one of our consultants regarding this role or other possible career opportunities, please contact us on 0203 633 0962.

We are working with an established IG P&I Club, that is looking for a solicitor to join them as a Claims Executive in London.

The company offers a first-hand experience of the shipping industry advising members on both FD&D and P&I claims. As a claims executive, you would be the first port of call for all claims and will also be in direct interaction with clients throughout the process.

This is an exciting opportunity to step away from the demands of billable hours whilst doing some of the best work in the market. The small team has developed a collegiate, friendly and open atmosphere and they will guide you through your transition from private practice to in-house.

Our client is looking for an England & Wales qualified lawyer between 1 and 5 PQE and with a background in dry or wet shipping work.

For more information on the position; to discuss the market and opportunities; or if you would like guidance on the next step of your career, please do not hesitate to contact us on 0203 633 0962.

A well reputed law firm in Newcastle has enlisted our support in their search for a dry shipping lawyer.

This is a unique opportunity to join a forward looking practice outside of London. The firm is looking for exceptional solicitors that have a real passion for the shipping industry and are looking to progress their career. Highly regarded within the private practice space, the team is looking to expand and develop their offering to better serve their clients.

Some of the key draws of this role include:

• Prestige. Our client has a stellar reputation in the market.
• Business Development support. Lawyers with an inclination for promoting the firm will be supported.
• Outside of London. This is your chance to work outside the city.

You will be England & Wales qualified with between 2 to 4 PQE. Any dry shipping experience will be an advantage.

If the above role is of interest, do get in touch for more information.

The Manchester office of a longstanding client is looking to expand with a Marine Associate.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading international private practice with a well-deserved reputation in the shipping market.

Some of the key draws of this role include:

• Our client has a stellar reputation in the shipping market.
• Exposure to shipping and cargo recovery claims work.
• Flexible work from home arrangements.

This role is open to England & Wales qualified lawyer based in Manchester with marine or commercial litigation experience and a passion for shipping and cargo recovery claims work.

If the above role is of interest, do get in touch for more information.

A market leading international law firm is looking to support their Shipping Team with the hire of a cargo claims executive for their Manchester Office.

This is a rare opportunity for a marine claims specialist looking to move to private practice.

Some of the draws of this role include:

• Quality of work. You will be involved with high quality marine claims.
• Need not be a qualified lawyer.
• Flexible work from home arrangements.

You will be doing pre-litigation and recoveries work and will have 2 to 3 years of experience within marine insurance.

If this role is of interest, do get in touch for more information.

A longstanding client is looking to expand their wet-shipping team in Singapore with the addition of a master mariner with experience working with law firms.

This is your chance to join a leading law firm in one of their fastest growing offices. You will be working in a fast paced yet dynamic office and be involved with the company’s wider international matters.

Some of the key draws of this role include:

• Prestige. Our client has a stellar reputation in the shipping market.
• Good remuneration. Our client pays above market.
• Exposure to high quality legal work. Our client attracts instructions from some of the biggest players in the shipping market.

You will be giving technical advice on specialist wet shipping matters including collisions, general average, accidents at sea etc.

Due to the niche nature of this role, you will be a master mariner with a background of working with lawyers. It will be highly advantageous if you are also admitted as a lawyer in a common law country.

If the above role is of interest, do get in touch for more information.

A longstanding client is looking to grow their London office with a mid-level dry shipping lawyer.

This is an exciting opportunity to do complex, lucrative dry shipping work for some of the biggest shipowners in the market. You will also have a chance to tackle top end commodities and offshore related matters. Furthermore, our client is also one of the rare firms that tackle ship finance disputes.

Some of the key draws of this position include:

• Prestige. The shipping litigation team is small but very respected.
• Quality of work. You will be doing market leading, highly complex shipping, offshore and trade litigation.
• Remuneration. Our client pays above market.

You will ideally be England & Wales qualified and between 3 to 5 PQE. Experience in dry shipping matters and or commodities and mining law will be an advantage.

If the above role has caught your interest, do get in touch for more information.

We have just been instructed by a well-regarded IG P&I Club looking to grow their Hong Kong office with a Claims Executive.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an experienced and collegiate team in a vibrant and dynamic city.

You will primarily be doing P&I focused work, advising members on wet shipping matters.

From our discussions with the hiring manager, some of the key draws include:

• Quality of work. The Hong Kong office is long established meaning they have a team of experts on the ground that can handle complex claims in house.
• Good remuneration. Our client pays above market.

Due to the complexity of the work, you will have between 3 to 5 years of marine claims experience. While our client will consider qualified and unqualified candidates, business proficiency in mandarin is imperative, given the nature of their clients.

If the above role is of interest, do get in touch for more information.

We have just received fresh instructions from a well-reputed City Law Firm which is looking to grow their dry shipping practice here in London.

Your work will focus on dry shipping where you will be acting for high profile clients.

From our conversation with the hiring partner, some of the key draws of this job include:

• High quality of work. You will be working on matters on par with other leading City Law Firms.
• Career advancement. Ambition and business development will be rewarded.

You will be between 2 to 8 PQE and common law qualified, with England and Wales qualified lawyers having an advantage. Due to the focus of the practice, a background in dry shipping will be preferred.

If the above role has caught your interest, do get in touch for a discreet discussion.