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Job Title Senior Associate - Arbitration (Singapore)
Job Location Singapore
Job Type Fee earners
Country/Territory Singapore
Region Asia Pacific
Description

Job requirements

As part of our continued strategic expansion in the Asia Pacific region, and a commitment to developing a regionally-focussed commercial arbitration and disputes practice, the Singapore office is seeking an experienced Associate / Senior Associate to support the broader team on a range of disputes and international arbitrations. Restructuring and insolvency-related matters are also a mainstay of the team's practice and therefore, experience in such matters would be a plus.

This is an exciting opportunity for a top-quality candidate to join a market-leading group which focuses of complex and high-value cross border disputes and arbitrations.

Key responsibilities

  • Assist the Partners and other team members on a range of complex and large-scale litigation and arbitration disputes
  • Researching and drafting of documentation, advice and correspondence
  • Helping to oversee a broad range of contentious matters and litigation activities
  • Helping to prepare for hearings; collating documentation and overseeing the bundling process

Candidate Profile

To be considered for this position candidates should possess the following attributes and skills:

  • At least 6 years post-qualification experience in Singapore acting for and advising clients
  • Experience as a Second Chair in arbitration and trial
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and networking ability: Fluent in English
  • Superb interpersonal skills and demonstrated relationship builder who develops lasting positive and value-adding relationships
  • Flexible, well-organized, confident and determined individual with strong problem-solving skills
  • Proactive, meticulous and delivery focused, you will have effective prioritisation, project and organisational skills
  • Proactive in follow-ups and contributes with practical suggestions related assigned duties
  • Exceptional attention to detail with demonstrated excellent judgment, professionalism and integrity

About Clyde & Co in the Asia Pacific Region

Clyde & Co has had a presence in the Asia Pacific region for over 30 years, during which time we have invested in building a network of market leading specialists who support our clients' international and regional growth strategies. The last two years in particular have been a time of rapid growth and network expansion, and we currently have around 50 partners and 500 directly-employed staff in-region. Our Asia office locations includes presence in: Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, Chongqing*, Singapore*, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and Bangkok.

Internationally, with more than 5,500 staff operating across six continents, Clyde & Co is a major international law firm with a distinctive focus on core sectors of infrastructure, international trade, natural resources, transportation and insurance. The firm has a strong reputation for complex and high-profile international dispute resolution and for its work in and with fast-moving and volatile emerging markets.

* Local law Joint venture 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

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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 and Academic Transcript.

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