Associate

Managing Associate — International Arbitration, London

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Senior litigation role within a busy international arbitration team in London. The team handles investor-state and commercial arbitrations across major institutions (ICSID, LCIA, ICC, SIAC, HKIAC and others) and regularly works on cross-border disputes spanning sectors such as energy, mining, construction, finance and telecommunications.

The post-holder will run and assist on complex arbitration matters, support partners on case management and business development, and mentor junior colleagues. The role requires a commercial mindset, strong advocacy and client-handling skills, and the ability to manage multi-jurisdictional workflows.

  • 7-8 years PQE in contentious practice (international arbitration focus preferred)
  • Qualified in English law with proven experience advising on English law in dispute contexts
  • Track record of managing cases day-to-day and supervising junior lawyers; strong case management skills
  • Experience of advocacy before international tribunals and handling cross-border matters preferred
  • Proven client relationship skills and appetite for business development; comfortable mentoring junior team members

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