Newcastle | Salary dependent on experience | Leading legal 500 law firm
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Shipping Solicitor to join a highly regarded specialist maritime team in Newcastle.
This is a great opportunity to become part of an established team handling a varied and interesting range of shipping matters, working with an impressive client base across the international shipping industry.
The role will involve a mixture of contentious and non-contentious shipping work, with exposure to complex disputes and commercial matters. You will work closely with experienced practitioners and have the opportunity to develop your expertise within a specialist area of law.
The work will include:
- Handling charterparty and bill of lading disputes
- Advising on cargo claims, including contamination and shortage disputes
- Dealing with unpaid hire, demurrage and bunker-related claims
- Managing vessel arrests and associated proceedings
- Advising on contractual issues and reviewing commercial terms and conditions
- Supporting clients on wider shipping and maritime matters
- Working with shipowners, charterers, cargo interests and marine insurers.
About you
Previous shipping or maritime experience would be advantageous, although applications from those with a strong contentious background and a genuine interest in developing within shipping law will also be considered.
You will ideally have:
- Strong technical and drafting skills
- The ability to manage a varied caseload and work to deadlines
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills
- A commercial approach and an interest in developing client relationships
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
The opportunity
This is a chance to join a specialist practice with an established reputation in the shipping sector, offering exposure to high-quality work, an international client base and the opportunity to build your career within a niche area of law.
Flexible working is available, with the opportunity to discuss individual requirements.
To discuss this role in more detail, please contact Chloe Murphy on 0113 467 9783/ chloe.murphy@saccomann.com or Stacy Ellis on 0113 467 9781/ stacy.ellis@saccomann.com