Clyde & Co

Clyde & Co is a globally integrated commercial law firm with more than 60 offices in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and North and South America. Founded in 1933, our strengths lie in the sectors that underpin global commerce: from insurance, aviation and shipping to energy and commodities, as well as trade and (plant) construction. In Germany, around 70 lawyers at our offices in Düsseldorf, Hamburg and Munich advise national and international companies, insurance companies and financial institutions, specialising in insurance and liability law, dispute resolution, data protection, transactions and regulatory issues.

Become Part of Our Story

We are currently seeking an NQ/ Junior Associate/ Associate Solicitor (NQ-4 years PQE) to join our English law Marine practice in our Hamburg office.

Previous experience within the marine insurance and/or shipping sector is desirable, but not essential. We will consider applicants with a strong commercial litigation background and passion to move into this specialist area of work.

The successful candidates will display an excellent legal ability, initiative, as well as confidence in managing and prioritising a full and varied caseload. The role will best suit a strong communicator with attention to detail.

The Team

Being one of the largest shipping practice in the world, Clyde & Co has specialist marine lawyers based in trading hubs around the globe.

We act for the heart of the maritime industry - insurers, shipbuilders, owners, charterers, salvors, financiers, port authorities and government, and P&I clubs - and clients across the broader trade commodities and energy sector.

Hamburg has long been an important hub for the marine industry and our team is recognized as a market leader in its field. Consisting of both German and English-qualified lawyers, we provide advice to clients all over the world throughout the entire maritime industry. Our expertise covers all aspects of shipping, yachting, admiralty, and pilotage, with a strong focus on marine insurance.

Essential Skills & Experience

Key Responsibilities

• Running a case load of files in manner compliant with our service level agreements with insurers
• Acting in both a claimant and defendant capacity in a variety of complex claims
• Reporting to, liaising with and meeting clients with a high level of professionalism
• Preparing instructions to counsel and experts and attending and advising in conference
• Leading cases through litigation
• Conducting research and keeping up to date with legal and industry practices

Experience and Skills Required

• Completed the LPC or equivalent
• An undergraduate English law degree or equivalent
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• The ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently by managing time in a fast-paced environment
• A professional manner with the ability to build relationships internally and externally
• Assertive and confident at managing expectations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

In return, you will benefit from being part of an organisation that is genuinely committed to its people. Within our friendly department you will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities designed to support your ongoing progression.

In addition to our work, team spirit and a pleasant working environment are very important to us. Our values such as D&I are actively practised. You can expect flexible working time models and home office as well as a wide range of training opportunities through our Clyde Academy.

Our values: #Excellence #Integrity #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #OneGlobalTeam

At Clyde & Co, we consider diversity to be crucial to the international nature of our business and have created a working environment in which people from different backgrounds can thrive. It is the company's policy to treat all employees and applicants fairly and equally, regardless of their gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Have we piqued your interest or are you still not sure whether the position is right for you? Then send us your application via Clyde & Co Job Board (cvmailuk.com) or let's talk (email: German.Recruitment@clydeco.com; Magdalena Gies Tel. 0211-88228870) and we'll tell you first-hand what you can expect from us.

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