Senior Shipping & Ship Finance Associate — Global Deals

IDEX Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An international law firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its Transactional Shipping / Ship Finance team. The role involves leading complex shipping transactions, drafting maritime contracts, and mentoring junior members. Candidates should have over 5 years' PQE in transactional shipping or ship finance, demonstrating excellent negotiation skills and a commercial mindset. This opportunity is set within a globally recognized shipping practice that values collaboration and entrepreneurial thinking.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE with strong experience in transactional shipping or ship finance.
• Currently operating at Senior Associate level or equivalent.
• Proven ability to manage transactions independently and lead deal teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex transactional shipping matters.
• Draft, negotiate and advise on a range of maritime contracts.
• Take responsibility for client management and mentoring junior team members.
• Contribute actively to business development and practice growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm's international offices.

Skills

Transactional shipping

Ship finance

Drafting

Negotiation

Client engagement

Commercial mindset

Job description

An international law firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its Transactional Shipping / Ship Finance team. The role involves leading complex shipping transactions, drafting maritime contracts, and mentoring junior members. Candidates should have over 5 years' PQE in transactional shipping or ship finance, demonstrating excellent negotiation skills and a commercial mindset. This opportunity is set within a globally recognized shipping practice that values collaboration and entrepreneurial thinking.