About the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and Secretariat

The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a pre-eminent international institution with a long-standing 130-year history. It plays a pivotal role in shaping the dispute resolution landscape. Disputes referred to the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are managed by a sizeable and experienced Secretariat (comprising lawyers from more than 10 jurisdictions). The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] prides itself on its international reach, institutional independence, and excellence in service.

Responsibilities

• Updating the procedural timetable in the internal case management system, as requested by Counsel.
• Covering and progressing cases when Counsel are on annual leave (or as requested), under the supervision of Senior Counsel.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

The ideal candidate should have gained preferably 3 or more years’ experience working in international arbitration, have a keen interest in the area, and be able to demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and experience:

Essential

• Law graduate (LLB or equivalent, or above)
• Self-motivated team-player
• Strong time management and administrative skills
• Numeracy skills and should not be fazed by numbers
• Recognise potential risk and compliance issues at an early stage
• Able to work under pressure, proactively prioritise tasks, and multi-task
• Excellent attention to detail
• Able to communicate clearly and concisely, both in writing and orally
• Able to consider legal issues critically and with sound judgement
• Approach cases in a practical, and not purely academic, way
• Analytical and evaluative skills
• Organised approach to work
• Reliable, punctual and meet deadlines consistently
• Take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate drive and enthusiasm
• Recognise and suggest ideas for improvement
• Achieve planned work and set own performance standards
• Able to build strong working relationships

Desirable

• Experience in Africa and/or Middle East
• Arabic language skills

Benefits/Remuneration

• Full-time, permanent position (35 hours/week with core business hours of 9:30am – 5:30pm).
• The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] operates a hybrid-working policy, with an office based in the heart of London close to St Paul’s Cathedral.
• The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] offers a competitive salary for these roles and a comprehensive benefits package.

Application and Interview Process

Please submit your CV and Cover Letter by email to [contact hidden], and provide answers to the following questions in the body of the email:

• What is your current notice period/earliest possible start date?
• Do you have the right to work in the UK? (Please answer Yes or No and if yes provide details of your eligibility to work in the UK)

The closing date for all applications is Sunday 7 September 2025. Any applications received after this deadline will not be considered.

If you have any questions ahead of making your application, please email [contact hidden].

Contact Us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
1 Paternoster Lane
London
EC4M 7BQ
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7936 6200
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