At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage complex international arbitration and commercial litigation matters with high-profile clients.
- Company: Leading London law firm known for its prestigious Dispute Resolution team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Other info: Clear career progression and supportive team culture await you.
- Why this job: Gain exposure to high-value disputes and develop your legal expertise in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with experience in international arbitration and strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
A leading London law firm is seeking an Arbitration Associate to join its highly regarded Dispute Resolution team, specialising in complex international arbitration and sovereign disputes. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Arbitration Associate to work on high-value, multi-jurisdictional disputes involving sovereign states, multinational businesses, financial institutions and ultra-high-net-worth clients. The role offers exposure to international commercial arbitration, public international law and complex cross-border litigation within a collaborative and market-leading team.
The Arbitration Associate role:
- Managing key workstreams on complex international arbitration and commercial litigation matters
- Advising on international commercial arbitration, sovereign disputes and public international law
- Drafting submissions, pleadings, witness statements and key correspondence
- Managing large-scale disclosure and e-disclosure exercises
- Supporting hearings, settlement negotiations and arbitration proceedings
- Liaising with counsel, expert witnesses, investigators and international legal teams
- Assisting on matters before ICC, LCIA, DIAC, LMAA and ICSID tribunals
- Supporting business development through articles, pitches, networking and client events
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships across international markets
The successful Arbitration Associate:
- Qualified Solicitor with strong experience in international arbitration
- Experience advising on complex cross-border disputes
- Exposure to public international law or sovereign-related disputes would be advantageous
- Excellent drafting, analytical and advocacy skills
- Experience managing disclosure exercises and e-disclosure platforms
- Ability to manage matters with increasing autonomy
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines
- Commercially minded with an interest in business development
- Experience in construction, aviation or investment treaty arbitration (ICSID/UNCITRAL) would be beneficial
What's on offer:
- Salary of £100,000 - £120,000
- Hybrid working
- Exposure to complex, international arbitration and sovereign disputes
- High levels of client responsibility and autonomy
- Clear career progression within a prestigious disputes practice
- Outstanding quality of work with an international client base
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Comprehensive benefits package
Associate Dispute Resolution employer: Brandon James
Brandon James is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture in the heart of Oxford. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer numerous growth opportunities for junior professionals while providing competitive salaries, performance bonuses, and flexible hybrid working arrangements. Join us to lead impactful projects and be part of a team that values your expertise and ambition.
