Associate (Aviation Liability)

Roles & Responsibilities

About the role

We are looking for an Associate level lawyer with between 3-5 years' post qualification experience to join our Singapore office. You will be experienced in aviation regulatory, insurance matters and claims acting on behalf of major insurance companies and airlines.

This opportunity involves working directly for Partner Terence Liew, consistently ranked across various legal directories including the Legal 500, Doyles Guide, Singapore Business Review and Chambers Asia Pacific for his expertise. Terence has extensive experience in multi-jurisdictional, high value aviation insurance matters and claims, acting on behalf of global major insurance companies, airlines, GA operators, leasing companies and airports and airport service providers. In addition to the litigious side, in this role you will also assist the Partner in advising clients on complex insurance coverage and regulatory matters.

The team advises clients based in Asia and also those in the London and European markets. You will be exposed to a varied practice, and the nature and size of the team will mean that you will be heavily involved in all aspects of matters allowing you the autonomy and development opportunity to drive and make a significant contribution to the matter outcome.

Key responsibilities

• Advising clients on policy coverage issues and quantum across various types of insurance, from mid-size losses to large and complex claims.
• Advising and representing airlines in matters arising from major accidents.
• Drafting and reviewing policy wording and providing advice on areas of legal risk for clients.
• Advising on regulatory and dispute resolution matters.
• Assisting the Partner in managing and building client relationships, including assisting with business development activities for key existing clients and new clients.
• Collaboration and mentoring to work with the wider team across Singapore, Shanghai and Hong Kong.

Candidate Profile

You will be an established Associate level lawyer with a solid litigation background ideally gained within a top tier private practice law firm environment. In addition, the successful candidate will ideally have:

• 3-5 years post qualification experience in Singapore / London acting for and advising clients.
• Admission to the Singapore Bar is preferred.
• Strong general litigation background with deep understanding of insurance, regulatory, or aviation liability matters and claims is a requirement.
• Strong drafting skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Experience working with reputable or international law firms is preferred.
• A genuine desire to build on and expand your skillset within a global law firm context.
• Strong academics, with excellent verbal and written communication and time management skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• A self-driven, can-do attitude and approach, and enthusiasm to contribute to and foster a positive team atmosphere.
• Professional working proficiency in Korean a plus.

his is an exciting opportunity for those seeking a dynamic and global platform to further their career working as part of a fast-paced and close-knit team.

About Clyde & Co In The Asia Pacific Region

Clyde & Co is a leading global law firm, helping organisations successfully navigate risk and maximise opportunity in the sectors that underpin global trade and commercial activity and enable global prosperity, namely: insurance, aviation, marine, construction, energy, trade and natural resources. Globally integrated, Clyde & Co offers a comprehensive range of contentious and non-contentious legal services and commercially-minded legal advice to businesses operating across the world. It is committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves and provides an environment in which everyone can realise their potential; using its legal and professional skills to support its communities through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships; and minimising the impact it has on the environment including through a commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets. The firm has 490 partners, 2400 lawyers, 3200 legal professionals and 5500 people overall in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. For more information please visit www.clydeco.com

• Local law Joint venture also in place

We offer a range of tailored benefits 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 Apply

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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