Maritime Transport Lawyer

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Themis Recruit Full time
Job Description

Themis Recruit is seeking a highly skilled lawyer with expertise in maritime and transport law to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advising clients on transport contracts and resolving related disputes. With a focus on sustainability, the role involves advising clients throughout the physical transport chain, with an emphasis on maritime regulations, environmental compliance, and decarbonisation.

The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of the maritime market, covering dry shipping, admiralty, crisis management, and transactional matters. They will work with a range of clients, including shipowners, charterers, P&I Clubs, banks, international agencies, shipyards, marine insurance underwriters, governments, and brokers.

This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to providing innovative solutions in a rapidly evolving maritime landscape. The team handles international maritime environmental compliance and regulatory issues, including MARPOL, sustainability, emissions trading, and renewable energy.

Requirements
  • Qualified lawyer with a minimum of 2 years' PQE, currently at mid-level Associate to Senior Associate.
  • Strong experience in Shipping Disputes; specific Maritime Legal Transport experience is a plus.
  • Familiarity with physical transport contracts (charterparties, bills of lading, contracts of affreightment, sale contracts, ship management agreements) and experience handling disputes in the English High Court and arbitration.
  • Qualified in England and Wales.
  • Desirable knowledge of global (MARPOL) and regional regulations (e.g., EU Fit for 55) affecting the maritime sector, including Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII), EEXI, and EU ETS.
  • Experience with fuel/bunker disputes is a plus.
  • Excellent drafting skills.
  • Motivated and enthusiastic, thriving in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong client engagement and business development skills, with a willingness to contribute to practice and business development activities, including writing articles and briefings for HFW publications related to Sustainable Maritime Legal Transport.
  • International travel may be required.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary and bonus package
  • Opportunity to progress career at leading firm


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