Job Description /n Your new company /n An excellent opportunity has arisen to join the Newcastle office of a leading national law firm within its highly regarded Shipping and Marine practice. /n The team advises a broad range of clients across the shipping sector, including P&I clubs, vessel owners and operators, and handles a mix of contentious and commercial maritime matters. /n Due to continued growth, the firm is looking to recruit a Shipping Solicitor / Associate to join its Newcastle team. /n Your new role /n You will work alongside experienced shipping lawyers on a varied caseload, with particular exposure to disputes involving vessels, tankers and liquid and gas cargoes. /n Your work will include: /n /n - Charterparty disputes /n - Bill of Lading disputes /n - Cargo contamination and shortage claims /n - Unpaid hire and demurrage claims /n - Off-spec bunker disputes /n - Vessel arrests /n - Ship sale and purchase matters /n - Sanctions checks and related advice /n - Preparing and reviewing standard contractual terms and conditions /n - Broader contentious and commercial shipping matters /n /n /n The position provides the opportunity to work directly with established clients within What you'll need to succeed /n You will be a qualified solicitor or legal executive with relevant litigation or shipping experience. /n Previous maritime and contentious experience would be preferred, although candidates with strong transferable disputes experience and a genuine interest in developing within shipping law may also be considered. /n You will ideally demonstrate: /n /n - Strong litigation and dispute resolution skills /n - Experience managing matters independently as well as collaboratively /n - Good drafting and analytical skills /n - Excellent organisational and time-management abilities /n - Strong client-facing and communication skills /n - The ability to manage competing deadlines /n - Commercial awareness /n - An interest in networking, business development and growing client relationships /n /n What you'll get in return /n You will join a well-established shipping practice offering exposure to specialist and varied maritime work and an impressive client base. /n The role offers: /n /n - Salary of up to £62,000, depending on experience /n - Hybrid working with 3 days per week in the Newcastle office /n - Exposure to specialist shipping and maritime disputes /n - A mix of contentious and commercial work /n - Direct contact with P&I clubs, vessel owners and operators /n - Strong scope for continued technical and career development /n - The opportunity to develop within an established national marine practice /n /n What you need to do now /n If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. /n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays
Shipping Solicitor/Associate employer: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
As a Senior Finance Manager in our well-established machinery sector company, you will thrive in a collaborative environment that values your expertise and contributions. We offer a competitive salary of up to £55,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to work closely with senior leadership, ensuring your role is both impactful and rewarding. With a focus on employee growth and autonomy, this position provides a unique opportunity to influence financial and operational decision-making within a dynamic SME setting.
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