Job Description

About the roleWe are currently looking for an Associate level lawyer with between 1-4 years\' post qualification experience to join our Singapore Energy Marine & Natural Resources ("EMNR") team with particular focus on energy, commodity trading and shipping disputes across different jurisdictions, international arbitration/commercial litigation and sectoral non-contentious work.This opportunity involves working with consistently listed and ranked as a leading individual in Shipping and Maritime Law across all legal directories. Leon was most recently singled out by clients in the Energy category of The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2024 guide and is widely known for his client centric, commercial and sensible approach. You will also be working directly with who is well established and highly regarded by clients for her extensive experience acting for and advising clients in the energy and maritime industry, including leading commodity trading firms, mining companies, multinational energy corporations, shipowners and charterers.The team are frequently called upon to advise and act on behalf of global, multinational clients across complex, large scale, high value, multi-party, multi-jurisdictional litigation meaning you will be exposed to the best work whilst learning from and working alongside industry experts. You will be involved in all aspects of matters, contributing significantly to their outcome, whilst growing and developing your own expertise. The nature of the team will further provide the opportunity to participate in business development activity.Our EMNR practice has many dual qualified and local language speaking lawyers enabling the firm to work in an increasing number of jurisdictions throughout the region. We pride ourselves on being able to offer offshore and onshore expert legal advice particularly since the establishment of the Singapore Joint Legal Venture with Clasis LLC in 2013.The successful candidate will be involved in the following work:

• Assisting the Partner and other team members on a range of complex and large-scale matters
• Conducting legal research and analysis related to a broad spectrum of energy, marine, trade and commodities matters
• Advising commodities companies in relation to contracts for and disputes arising out of the sale, transportation, storage, blending/processing, payment, hedging and financing of commodities.
• Advising ship owners, charterers and operators in relation to contracts for and disputes arising out of the carriage of goods by sea
• Being a key point of contact for, and liaising with local and global clients
• Participating in business development activities.
• Appearing and representing clients in Singapore court and handling arbitration proceedings.

Candidate ProfileYou are an ambitious lawyer looking to join a dynamic and collaborative team within a leading commercial law firm environment. You also have:

• Minimum 1-2 years\' post-qualification experience in Singapore acting for and advising clients
• Suitable candidates will have strong academic results and be qualified to practice in Singapore
• Previous experience in shipping, trade & commodities or the energy legal industry will be highly regarded
• Exposure to, or experience working on cross-border disputes
• Strong drafting skills and excellent attention to detail
• Proven ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and networking ability.

About Clyde & Co in the Asia Pacific RegionWhen you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 490 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering, and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets. For more information, please visit

• Local law Joint venture also in place

We offer a range of tailored and support, including discounted private health insurance, first class family leave offering, and wellbeing initiatives.Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our core values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.How To ApplyPlease take a moment to read our carefully. This describes what personal information Clyde & Co (we) may hold about you, what it\'s used for, how it\'s obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject. If you are submitting a candidate as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is an essential requirement and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to Clyde & Co are aware of this .Clyde & Co will not accept agency submissions unless the agency has specifically been contacted by a member of the recruitment team.This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic and progressive firm. If you are interested in this position, please submit your application which must include a Cover Letter, CV/Resume and Academic Transcript.

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