Key responsibilities

• Can be based in Singapore or Shanghai but with a common law background (qualified in Singapore/ Hong Kong/ England & Wales);
• Role heavily focused in international arbitration and disputes work largely centred around Mainland China clients and work (with an emphasis on shipping and trading work);
• Some exposure and involvement in the non-contentious side, e.g., sanctions;
• Business Development and commercial awareness and confidence in building rapport with clients to gain a better understanding of their business' needs and with the assistance of the partners, actively developing client relationships;
• Travels to Mainland China occasionally;
• Collaboration to work with the wider team across Singapore, Hong Kong and the APAC region.

Candidate Profile

• 3-5 PQE but able to consider 5-8 PQE at Senior Associate level;
• Common law background and qualified in common law jurisdiction(s) (HK/SG/E&W) is essential;
• Dispute resolution experience (international trade and commodities experience will be viewed favourably);
• Strong general litigation and international arbitration background;
• Experience working with reputable or international law firms is preferred;
• Language skills (speak and read Mandarin Chinese competently);
• Drafting in Chinese would be advantageous but not essential;
• Strong academics, self-driven, a 'can do' approach, with excellent verbal and written communications skills;
• Strong time management skills and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities in order to meet deliverables to a very high standard.

About Clyde & Co in the Asia Pacific Region

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 490 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide.Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering, and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

For more information, please visit www.clydeco.com

• Local law Joint venture also in place

We offer a range of tailored benefits and support, including discounted private health insurance, first class family leave offering, and wellbeing initiatives.

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our core values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.

How To Apply

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic and progressive firm. If you are interested in this position, please submit your application including:

• Cover letter
• CV/Resume
• Academic transcript(s)

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