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Aviation Litigation Lawyer, 12 month FTC, 5+ PQE - London

Employer
Jameson Legal
Location
England, London, City of London
Salary
£90000 - £115000 per annum
Closing date
16 Aug 2021
Reference
JEP-PLC-11286

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Practice area
Commercial litigation, Aviation
Contract type
Locum/Contract
Hours
Full time
PQE
5 years, 6 years, 7 years+
Position
Solicitor
Sector
Private practice

Job Details

We are currently working with a Top Tier International firm who are looking to secure an Aviation Litigator for a contract of 12 months. Candidates are likely to have upwards of 5 years' PQE. A broad commercial litigation background, with some experience in handling disputes for the aviation sector, is required.

The team is frequently heralded as one of the leading aviation litigation teams within the UK. The team has a genuine and in-depth knowledge, experience and understanding of the aviation industry. They have been involved in some of the most high-profile investigations and reported cases in the aviation sector over the last few decades.

The team acts for notable airlines, transportation banks, aircraft lessors, and other key stakeholders in the aviation industry on a wide range of litigation, international arbitration, and regulatory matters.

Successful individuals will be working closely with and reporting into a Band 1 ranked partner within the industry. You will be involved in a varied and interesting caseload and will have an enviable amount of client contact.

Candidates do not need to have solely specialised in aviation litigation. A strong and broad background in commercial litigation, with some exposure to disputes within the aviation industry is sufficient.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate:

  • Qualification as a Solicitor in England & Wales, or another commonwealth jurisdiction,
  • Possess upwards of 5 years' PQE in handling a broad commercial litigation caseload,
  • Experience obtained within leading litigation teams within top tier City and International Firms,
  • Experience in a broad range of commercial litigation matters, with some exposure to disputes regarding the aviation industry,
  • A genuine interest in focusing on aviation litigation matters for a 12 month period,
  • Excellent interpersonal skills,
  • A keen eye for detail,
  • The ability to start a new contract role at short notice.

This contract represents a superb opportunity for the successful individual to further their litigation team within a highly ranked team of leading International Law firm.

For further information, and a confidential conversation, please apply to Jennifer Pike at jennifer.pike@jamesonlegal.com

Jameson Legal acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

To view a list of other current job opportunities, please visit www.jamesonlegal.com

Company

Jameson Legal is a multi award winning international consultancy specialising in the recruitment of lawyers and legal personnel. Our clients include many of the leading international law firms as well as the in-house legal departments of major private companies and publicly listed multi-nationals. 

We have dedicated teams of specialist consultants focusing on:

- Local and international private practice recruitment;

- Local and international in-house recruitment;

- Partner and General/Regional Counsel level recruitment and search.

Jameson Contract Solutions ("JCS"​) is part of Jameson Legal and provides lawyers to work on an interim basis. Through our existing network we can provide clients with a selection of the very best lawyers on the market. These lawyers are carefully vetted to ensure that they are of the highest standard. They are ready to work both nationally and internationally.

Jameson Legal Tech is an innovative new service, where we are working with pioneering legal tech and venture capital companies to expand into new markets. Our initial partnership with App4Legal - Legal Practice Management Software is a ground breaking development for Jameson Legal, giving our clients and candidates the opportunity to employ a "best in breed" legal technology.

Company info
Website
Telephone
020 3427 3148
Location
24 Greville Street
London
London
EC1N 8SS
GB

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