Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking an Associate to join its London disputes practice. The team advises on a broad mix of regulatory, sanctions, and commercial disputes matters, often with an international dimension and a focus on sectors such as trade, transport, and financial services.
The Role
This position offers a combination of advisory and contentious work across sanctions and commercial disputes. Key responsibilities include:
* Advising on the impact and application of UK, EU, and U.S. sanctions regimes.
* Supporting investigations, regulatory enquiries, and enforcement-related matters.
* Assisting clients with compliance frameworks, including due diligence and risk mitigation.
* Acting on a range of commercial disputes, including contractual and trade-related claims.
* Drafting agreements and advising on risk allocation in commercial and financing contexts.
* Supporting litigation, arbitration, and settlement processes across multiple jurisdictions.
Candidate Profile
* England & Wales qualified
* 3-6 PQE
* Experience in disputes, regulatory, or sanctions-related matters.
* Exposure to cross-border work or international clients is beneficial.
* Strong drafting skills and a commercially focused approach.
Why Apply?
This is a strong opportunity to join a well-established disputes team with a growing focus on sanctions and international trade matters. The role offers varied, high-quality work and the chance to develop expertise in a fast-evolving area.
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Job Reference: NWC3284
Keywords: sanctions, commercial disputes, regulatory investigations, arbitration, litigation, trade, compliance, cross-border, London