At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage complex maritime claims and provide legal advice to various stakeholders.
- Company: International shipping business with a focus on maritime law.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, and long-term career development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with significant stakeholder interaction and growth potential.
- Why this job: Work on high-value international cases and develop your legal expertise.
- Qualifications: Qualified Lawyer with 5-10+ years of experience in shipping claims.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
An international business operating in the shipping and maritime sector is seeking a Claims Lawyer to join its London-based legal team. This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-value maritime claims and disputes while providing commercially focused legal advice to stakeholders across operations, chartering, technical and safety functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a broad range of shipping and maritime claims.
- Advising on charterparty, cargo, casualty and contractual disputes.
- Working closely with operational teams to assess risk and develop practical solutions.
- Liaising with insurers, external counsel and other industry stakeholders.
- Supporting the business on legal strategy and claims resolution.
About You:
- Qualified Lawyer with c.5-10+ PQE in shipping claims.
- Experience in shipping, maritime law or marine insurance.
- Background gained in private practice, a P&I Club, insurer or in-house environment.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage matters from inception through to resolution.
- Commercially minded, proactive and able to build relationships across a business.
What’s on Offer:
- Exposure to sophisticated international shipping matters.
- A broad, business-facing role with significant stakeholder interaction.
- Long-term career development within a growing organisation.
- Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.
Location: London
Region: London (Greater)
Country: UK
Salary: Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits
Specialisation: Insurance, Shipping
Sector: In-house
Role Position: In-house Lawyer
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Experience Level: Senior Level (5-10+ years)
PQE: 4-6 years, 7+ years, 10+ years
Reference Number: THS-IL-18221
Claims Lawyer employer: Jameson Legal
Join a well-regarded regional law firm in Bournemouth, where you will have the unique opportunity to lead the family law offering as the sole practitioner on site. The firm fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture, providing excellent employee growth opportunities and the chance to make a significant impact on the community while developing your own client base. With a competitive salary and a focus on professional development, this role is perfect for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in family law.
