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International Arbitration - Senior Associate

London Permanent View Job Description
A prestigious, market‑leading City law firm is seeking an exceptional Senior Associate to join its internationally renowned International Arbitration team. This is an outstanding opportunity to work within a respected arbitration practice, acting on complex, high‑value disputes for global clients.
  • Cutting‑edge international disputes
  • Career Progression

About Our Client

The firm's International Arbitration group acts both as counsel and arbitrators across disputes administered by all major arbitral institutions. The team has extensive experience in investor‑state and commercial arbitration, including matters involving:

  • ICSID investor‑state disputes
  • LCIA, ICC, SCC, SIAC, HKIAC, and other major institutions
  • UNCITRAL ad hoc arbitrations

Job Description

  • Lead and manage substantial international arbitration matters across multiple jurisdictions
  • Work closely with partners recognised as authorities in the field
  • Provide strategic advice on complex procedural and substantive issues
  • Supervise and develop junior team members
  • Engage directly with clients, experts, and foreign counsel
  • Contribute to business development, thought leadership, and the growth of the practice

The Successful Applicant

  • 5-7+ years' post‑qualification experience in international arbitration from a leading law firm
  • Strong familiarity with institutional arbitration rules (e.g., LCIA, ICC, ICSID, UNCITRAL)
  • Experience in investor‑state and/or complex commercial disputes
  • Excellent written advocacy skills and legal analysis capabilities
  • The ability to manage multi‑jurisdictional matters with minimal supervision
  • A collaborative approach and an interest in mentoring junior colleagues
  • Foreign language skills and cross‑border experience would be advantageous but are not essential.

What's on Offer

  • The chance to join a top‑ranked, recognised arbitration practice
  • Exposure to high‑profile, cutting‑edge international disputes
  • Transparent progression opportunities and regular partner engagement
  • A supportive and ambitious team environment
  • A competitive City remuneration package
Contact
Harry Veale
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6945806
Phone number
+44 207 269 2100

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Litigation
Sector
Business Services
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Harry Veale
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2100
Job reference
JN-022026-6945806