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Posted 05 August, 2026

In-house Shipping Lawyer

Jameson Legal
City of London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

London | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

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An international business operating in the shipping and maritime sector is seeking a Shipping Litigation/Claims Lawyer to join its London-based legal team.

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This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-value maritime claims and disputes while providing commercially focused legal advice to stakeholders across operations, chartering, technical and safety functions.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Managing a broad range of shipping and maritime claims.
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  • Advising on charterparty, cargo, casualty and contractual disputes.
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  • Working closely with operational teams to assess risk and develop practical solutions.
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  • Liaising with insurers, external counsel and other industry stakeholders.
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  • Supporting the business on legal strategy and claims resolution.
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About You

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  • Qualified lawyer with cexperience in contentious shipping matters.
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  • Experience in shipping, maritime law or marine insurance.
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  • Background gained in private practice, a P&I Club, insurer or in-house environment.
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  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage matters from inception through to resolution.
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  • Commercially minded, proactive and able to build relationships across a business.
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What's on Offer

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  • Exposure to sophisticated international shipping matters.
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  • A broad, business-facing role with significant stakeholder interaction.
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  • Long-term career development within a growing organisation.
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  • Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.
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