Maritime/Shipping Litigation Lawyer
Company: international group of companies
Location: Dubai, UAE
Job Summary:
This is a senior role with the focus on managing and resolving contentious shipping matters, including charterparty disputes, cargo claims, collisions, marine insurance issues, and regulatory investigations.
Key tasks:
· Charterparty and bill of lading disputes
· Cargo damage, delay, and misdelivery claims
· Collisions, groundings, salvage, and general average
· Ship arrest and enforcement actions
· Crew claims and employment-related disputes
· Insurance claims (P&I, H&M, FD&D)
Requirements:
· Qualified lawyer with 15+ years PQE, preferably gained at a maritime law firm or within the legal department of a shipping company, insurer, or P&I Club.
· Fluent Russian and English; multilingual skills are an advantage
· Solid experience in shipping litigation and arbitration.
· Strong understanding of charterparties, bills of lading, INCOTERMS, and relevant conventions (Hague-Visby, Rotterdam Rules, etc.).
· Experience dealing with international jurisdictions and multi-party claims.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong negotiation and dispute resolution capabilities.
· Comfortable working independently and under pressure in a fast-paced, global environment.
What We Offer:
· Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
· Exposure to high-profile, cross-border shipping matters
· Location: Dubai (relocation will be provided) or Russia (Saint Peterburg, office)
To Apply:
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to Irina at in@protalents.global
