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About the Role
We are seeking an experienced disputes Senior Associate to join our dynamic and growing team in London. You should have experience working in arbitration and litigation, at a highly regarded London practice.
Our firm has a strong sector focus in international trade (covering commodities, maritime and energy work), so experience in at least one of these sectors is essential.
You will be assisting our engaged partners and managing industry-leading clients on a number of disputes across our key sectors. The role will also involve supervising and supporting the development of junior lawyers, as well as supporting the growth of the firm through business development contributions.
About FZ
FZ is an international law firm with a global client base and offices spread across the UK, the US and Australia. We are a tight-knit team. We specialise in solving the biggest and most complex issues in the world of international trade.
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Our London team collaborates closely with our international offices and clients. Client secondment opportunities arise regularly at the firm. We have a growing team of exceptional lawyers with a variety of backgrounds and education. We all genuinely enjoy the work we do and work collaboratively in small teams.
We are based on High Holborn, near Holborn station. The office is a great space to work closely with the team (and to enjoy lunches and post-work drinks). We do not insist on full time “in office” work, but we do encourage people to be in regularly to work closely with one another. We will not consider remote only applicants.
What We’re Looking For
- English law qualified solicitor with 6+ years’ PQE.
- Experience in arbitration and/or litigation at a recognised London disputes practice.
- Confidence managing your own case load and taking an active, client facing role in case management.
- Proven experience supervising junior members of the team.
- A genuine interest in law and the legal principles at the heart of any dispute or drafting request.
- A creative and analytical thinker, adept at problem solving and finding solutions to difficult issues.
- A strong interest and background in international trade, commodities and/or maritime disputes.
- Excellent academics, with at least a 2:1 or equivalent from a top university.
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Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
How to apply
Nothing in the above is exhaustive. If you feel that you have the right fit for our team, please send us a CV and a cover letter to careers@floydzad.com and we will be very interested to hear from you.
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