Energy Disputes Senior Associate - Amsterdam

Senior Associate Litigation & Regulatory – Amsterdam 

Our Amsterdam office is growing rapidly, and we are looking for a Senior Associate in Litigation & Regulatory who is keen to develop further within a truly international environment. With a team of around 40 professionals and 8 partners, we continue to build and strengthen our Amsterdam practice. To support this growth, we are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Senior Associate to join our team. 

Background 

Pinsent Masons is an international law firm with British roots and ranks among the top 100 firms globally. With over 490 partners and more than 3,500 professionals across 30 offices worldwide, we advise clients in leading sectors including Defence & Security, Energy & Natural Resources, Financial Services, Infrastructure & Real Estate, Retail & Consumer, Sport & Hospitality, Professional & Public Services, and Technology, Science & Industry. 

What truly sets us apart is our one team approach. We regularly work in multidisciplinary teams made up of colleagues from different jurisdictions and practice areas, fostering close collaboration and direct interaction across all levels of seniority. This high level of international integration makes our work both intellectually stimulating and diverse, while also offering opportunities to spend time working in other offices. 

Pinsent Masons Amsterdam 

Since opening in Amsterdam five years ago, our office has grown steadily, both in scale and in the range of services we offer. Today, we are a full-service practice covering Employment & Incentives, Corporate, Technology & Digital Markets, Intellectual Property, Litigation & Regulatory, and Finance & Projects.

We operate from a modern, sustainable office located near the RAI and the Amstel. Our working environment is informal and dynamic, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and knowledge sharing. We actively encourage entrepreneurial thinking, business development, and individual professional growth. 

At the heart of our culture is a strong sense of team spirit and openness. Colleagues are approachable, supportive, and genuinely invested in one another’s success. This allows us to move quickly, collaborate effectively, and consistently deliver the best outcomes for our clients particularly in complex, cross-border matters. 

The Litigation & Regulatory Practice 

The Litigation & Regulatory (L&R) practice at Pinsent Masons focuses primarily on: 

international corporate litigation (such as joint venture disputes and post M&A disputes)

commercial litigation, including international construction and infrastructure projects involving EPC-related disputes 

work related to restructuring and ESG 

The practice is currently led by one partner who collaborates with international teams of varying composition. As our practice continues to grow, we are looking for a new Senior Associate who is enthusiastic about helping further develop the L&R practice in Amsterdam. 

What we offer 

An international, challenging and inspiring environment with plenty of room for personal development 

A competitive salary that reflects your experience, along with an excellent benefits package 

25 vacation days based on a full-time (40-hour) workweek 

The possibility to work part‑time (32 hours) 

Travel expense reimbursement and a home‑working allowance

Lunch, fruit and snacks at the office 

A bicycle scheme 

Regular social events, drinks and activities with colleagues 

Who we are looking for 

You are an ambitious Senior Associate with 5 to 10 years of experience in a litigation practice 

You are a Dutch qualified lawyer with strong knowledge of Dutch law 

You have excellent command of both Dutch and English 

You have strong analytical skills, persuasive ability and outstanding writing skills 

You have solid legal expertise and a commercial mindset, and you are motivated to help further grow the practice in close collaboration with the L&R partner 

You enjoy contributing ideas on how to structure and improve workflows and support the ongoing professionalisation of our practice 

Get in touch 

You can contact our HR Manager, Melody Chikoti-Gorter, via [email protected]. 

Please include your cover letter, CV and any references with your application. 

We look forward to hearing from you!