Shin & Kim, a leading full-service Korean law firm, is seeking a Foreign Attorney with 2-5 years of post-qualification experience to join its international arbitration practice, a team built on rigorous advocacy, intellectual depth, and judgment. The team is known for handling complex, high-stakes cross-border disputes and invites applications from candidates who are driven, independent and intellectually curious. The successful candidate will work directly with partners and develop both oral and written advocacy skills through active involvement in hearings and submissions, complemented by an advocacy programme unique to the group.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:

• 2-5 years of post-qualification experience, gained at a leading law firm or arbitral institution, preferably with a focus on international arbitration, construction disputes, or complex commercial litigation
• Experience working on cross-border disputes or advising multinational clients in international matters
• Outstanding communication skills, including the ability to analyze, distill and present complex factual and legal issues with clarity and precision
• Excellent English drafting and legal research skills, with experience preparing written submissions, pleadings, or legal memoranda
• The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple workstreams and competing deadlines
• A team player with strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in the conduct of international arbitration proceedings, including matters under the ICC, LCIA, SIAC, HKIAC, UNCITRAL, KCAB, AAA-ICDR, LMAA and other major (and regional) arbitration rules
• Draft and review written submissions, witness statements, legal memoranda, and correspondence in complex cross-border disputes
• Support hearing preparation and advocacy, including factual analysis, legal research, and strategic input
• Advise clients on dispute strategy and risk management, particularly in relation to international commercial and investment disputes
• Work closely with partners and senior team members on high-value, multi-jurisdictional arbitration matters
• Engage in knowledge development and thought leadership, including contributing to internal know-how and external publications where appropriate

Deadline for application: 23:59 Seoul time on 20 January 2026

Application materials should include: (i) a cover letter, (ii) a curriculum vitae, (iii) a sample of written work product, (iv) the names and contact details of two referees, and (v) a law school transcript.

Application process: Please refer to https://www.shinkim.com/eng/recruit/attorney

Recruitment Process: Following a review of applications, shortlisted candidates will be invited to 2 to 3 rounds of interviews.

Contact: FLC Recruiting Committee (flc@shinkim.com)