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About the Role

As an associate in our International Arbitration practice in London, you will handle a range of complex, international arbitration matters in a dynamic environment, working closely with partners and global colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and manage a range of International Arbitration matters and workstreams.
• Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements to resolve disputes efficiently.
• Drafting submissions, witness statements and procedural correspondence.
• Attend client meetings, prepare legal memoranda, and provide written advice to clients.
• Conduct and oversee legal research.
• Develop and share legal and sector knowledge both internally and externally.
• Managing technical, legal and quantum experts.
• Supporting at hearings, including preparing opening / closing arguments and cross examinations.
• Liaising with client teams on risk management and case strategies.
• Conducting legal research and analysis to support case strategies.
• Coordinating multi-disciplinary and multi-jurisdictional teams.
• Support BD initiatives.

Requirements

• 2-4 years’ experience within international arbitration, gained wholly or in part at a large commercial law firm.
• Proficient and qualified in English law (qualification in any additional jurisdictions is beneficial but not required).
• Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity.
• Commercially aware with ability to see the big picture.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Able to prioritise and multi-task particularly when working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Able to interact positively at all levels and be a good team player.
• Driven by professional growth with strong professional presence.

Skills

• International Arbitration
• English law proficiency
• Legal research
• Drafting submissions
• Negotiation
• Client advisory
• Expert management
• Hearing support
• Risk management
• Case strategy
• Communication skills
• Teamwork
• Organisational skills
• Time management

Location

• London

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Mid-level associate
• 2-4 years’ experience

Education Level

• English law qualification

About the Company

• Our International Arbitration Practice specializes in resolving cross-border disputes through arbitration, offering clients a strategic alternative to traditional litigation.
• We provide specialized legal representation across a wide range of international arbitration matters, including commercial disputes, investment treaty claims and complex multi-party arbitrations.
• Our team handles all stages of the arbitration process, from drafting and negotiating arbitration agreements to representing clients in hearings and enforcing awards.
• With deep expertise in various arbitral institutions and rules, including ICC, LCIA and UNCITRAL, we help clients achieve favorable outcomes and navigate the complexities of international dispute resolution, ensuring efficient and effective outcomes of global disputes.
• Our International Arbitration practice is recognized as the foremost in the field.
• We manage leading arbitrations for global corporations, financial institutions, foreign investors, and sovereign states.
• We have expertise in numerous industries and specialized sectors, including financial services, energy, power, mining & metals, technology, telecommunications, transportation, construction and infrastructure, and manufacturing.
• We also have cases under all the major institutional arbitration rules, including LCIA, ICC and ICSID.

Equal Opportunity

• White & Case is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
• If you require assistance and/or adjustment to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email us. We will be happy to work with you.