Associate – Maritime & Offshore (Disputes)

Company: Stephenson Harwood
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Location: London
Job Description:

Overview

As an Associate in the Maritime & Offshore practice, you will help clients navigate disputes in shipping and offshore sectors. You’ll work within a globally connected team to advise on cross-border and jurisdictional issues, spanning arbitration and court proceedings. The role blends complex legal and commercial problem-solving for ship owners, insurers, banks, and related stakeholders. This is a growth-focused firm offering early responsibility and a collaborative, diverse culture with global reach.

Pay / Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Life assurance
  • Private health and dental care
  • Flexible benefits (gym discounts, retail vouchers)
  • Tech, cycle and electric car schemes
  • Volunteer day/year off

Responsibilities

  • Advise on disputes in shipping and offshore sectors
  • Handle cross-border and jurisdictional issues
  • Represent clients in arbitration and court proceedings
  • Collaborate with international teams on complex marine incidents and related disputes
  • Support clients including ship owners, insurers, P&I clubs, and banks

Key requirements

  • Colaboration
  • Communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Maritime law
  • Arbitration
  • Cross-border disputes

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Posted: September 19th, 2026