Shipping Associate - Marine and International Trade (Law Firm) (P10500)

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  • Singapore
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
Our client is seeking talented experienced associates for their Marine & International Trade team.In this role, you will advise on all types of shipping, shipbuilding and offshore disputes, as well as work-outs and asset financing-related disputes. You will also undertake non-contentious work acting for shipyards and shipowners in drafting and negotiating contracts including shipbuilding contracts, charterparties, MoAs and contracts of affreightment, or traders in their long-term supply contracts.Main Responsibilities:
  • Technical skills and research
  • Clear, concise and unambiguous preparation and drafting of documentation
  • Matter management
  • Liaising with clients and other third parties
  • Managing experts and counsel efficiently and proactively
  • Developing own informal internal and external network of contacts
  • Building excellent working relationships with clients and peers within the firm
  • Attending business development and profile-raising events
  • Managing more junior-level staff where applicable
Requirements:
  • Excellent academic and professional qualifications.
  • Qualified lawyer with proven experience in shipping and commodity disputes and ideally with exposure to and an interest in the marine and international trade sector.
  • Ideally 3 to 8 years PQE (or equivalent relevant experience).
  • English law qualification is preferred. Singapore law or other common law qualifications are acceptable.
  • Ability to acquire, consolidate and apply fundamental and up-to-date knowledge of the law
  • Excellent diligence, accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good housekeeping and file management practices; manages and records time promptly and accurately.
  • A good understanding of the firm's position in the market and how it distinguishes its services from its competitors.
  • Organised and able to work to strict deadlines with the ability to prioritise realistically.
  • Resilient with the ability to handle setbacks and pressure.
  • A self-starter, able to work alone and within a small team.
  • Cooperative and collaborative in approach and able to develop excellent working relationships at all levels and roles.
  • Able to operate professionally and proactively at all times.

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