CareerPlan

Shipping Lawyer

London, England, GBFull-time2026-10-29 → 2026-11-10

Core

Associate Solicitor handling dry shipping disputes for shipowners, charterers, traders, insurers, and P&I Clubs.

Role type

Associate Solicitor (Shipping Law)

Builds

Legal advice, contractual resolutions, and dispute outcomes for maritime clients.

Domain

Maritime / Shipping Law

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

shipping law expertise, contractual drafting, dispute resolution, negotiation, client relationship management, independent matter management

Preferred skills

wet shipping experience, business development, market engagement

Technologies

N/A

Responsibilities

Managing a varied caseload of dry shipping disputes, Advising clients on contractual, charterparty, cargo and payment disputes, Supporting senior lawyers on complex and high value shipping matters, Drafting legal documents, correspondence and advice, Handling negotiations and dispute resolution matters, Building and maintaining strong client relationships

Seniority

Associate (2+ years PQE)