Key International Recruitment
Our Services
Are you a lawyer in international arbitration exploring your next move?
We are a global recruitment firm specializing in the field of international arbitration. With deep industry insight and a curated network of top-tier law firms, arbitral institutions, and corporate clients worldwide, we connect exceptional legal professionals with career-defining opportunities.
If you are considering your next move or simply want to stay informed about the market, let us connect. Your next opportunity could be closer than you think.
Contact us today to start a confidential conversation.
Is your firm or legal department seeking distinguished talent in international arbitration?
We are a global executive search firm dedicated to recruitment within the field of international arbitration. With deep industry expertise and access to a refined network of accomplished legal professionals, we support law firms, arbitral institutions and corporate legal teams in identifying and securing exceptional candidates for strategic roles.
Our approach is discreet, consultative, and tailored to the specific demands of each mandate.
To explore how we can assist with your recruitment needs, we invite you to get in touch.
Contact us for an initial consultation.
Precision. Discretion. Global Reach.
At Key International, we connect elite legal talent with the world’s foremost arbitral institutions, law firms, and corporate clients. Having a focus on international arbitration, we understand the nuances, demands, and dynamics of this highly specialized field.
With an extensive network spanning key arbitration hubs; London, Paris, Singapore, New York, Stockholm and beyond, we identify professionals who combine legal acumen with cultural fluency and strategic foresight. Our bespoke approach ensures that every placement is not only a fit on paper but also a seamless match in vision and values.
Whether you are building a world-class arbitration practice or seeking the next defining opportunity in your career, we are your trusted partner in shaping the future of international dispute resolution.
About us
Founder & Senior Recruiter
Identifying a need on the market for recruiting services offered by a professional with experiences from work as an arbitration lawyer and a deep understanding of the talent market, Maria Elvung founded Key International Recruitment.
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Maria Elvung is a seasoned legal recruiter and the founder of Key International Recruitment. She holds a jur. kand. (LL.M.) and a jur. mag. (LL.M.) in international commercial arbitration from Stockholm University, an LL.M. from Columbia Law School, and is a member of the New York Bar.
Before transitioning into recruitment in 2018, Maria gained extensive experience as a practicing lawyer at an international business law firm, at the Secretariat of the ICC International Court of Arbitration in Paris, and in in-house counsel roles at multinational companies. This blend of private practice, institutional, and corporate experience gives her a unique edge in understanding the legal market from multiple vantage points.
She is known for her thoughtful, tailored approach to legal recruitment, especially in high-stakes, specialized areas like arbitration.
Maria focuses on discreetly placing legal professionals, including partners, lawyers, tribunal secretaries, and dispute resolution specialists, with leading firms, institutions, and corporations globally. Her approach involves meticulously aligning candidate capabilities and personality with client needs and culture, offering strategic support for team growth and the acquisition of niche talent.
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