International Arbitration Lawyer

Job openings31 October 2025
MadridAssociate

About employment

We are looking for you! We want you to join #EcijaTeam as a lawyer in the area of Litigation and Arbitration in our Madrid office.


Requirements:

  • Lawyer with between 3 and 5 years of experience in international arbitration and also in civil and commercial litigation.
  • Proven experience in the global involvement in arbitration proceedings under the rules of international institutions, mainly the ICC; as well as in the drafting of the Terms of Reference and/or First Procedural Order and Timetable of Proceedings and familiarity with international arbitration practices such as the IBA rules.
  • Experience in all phases of the proceedings: definition of case strategy, selection of arbitrators, preparation of pleadings, preparation of witness statements and review of complex expert reports, as well as experience in the preparation of witnesses and experts ( mock hearings) and practice of cross-examination. trial) and practice cross-examination and other evidentiary hearing issues.
  • Experience in bringing an action for annulment of the award, recognition of theagainst the award, recognition of foreign awards and enforcement of awards in general would be an asset.
  • High level of autonomy in the conduct of the proceedings, proactivity, analytical skills, teamwork skills, results orientationteam player, results-oriented and excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • A very high level of English, both written and spoken, is essential.
  • Team player.
  • Identification with the Firm's values.
  • Capacity for hard work and effort.
  • Spirit of improvement and growth.
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We are ECIJA, a different kind of law firm.

We are a multidisciplinary, innovative firm , a leader in the digital economy and a benchmark in Spanish and Portuguese speaking countries.

We are looking for passionate, flexible, client-oriented people with a strong focus on innovation to help us continue our mission: to provide innovative solutions in the legal world and help our clients adapt to an ever-changing world.

Our culture and values

Your day to day at ECIJA

  • You will participate in high impact projects with clients from different sectors.
  • You will be part of an agile organisation, with a flexible, dynamic and innovation-oriented professional environment.
  • You will be part of this great team, living the values of our firm.
  • You will have a spirit of constant improvement, showing interest and proactivity.

What can we offer you?

  • A relaxed and relaxed working environment, where hierarchy is replaced by collaboration and teamwork. In addition, we promote good humour in the office.
  • Continuous training and a career plan tailored to your needs.
  • Competitive salary and customisable flexible remuneration plan.
  • Our #ECIJACares Wellness Plan, which gives you access to numerous benefits, services, promotions, affinity groups and much more.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of ethnicity, origin, ancestry, religion, gender, nationality, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

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