Call for Arbitrators to join new UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement panels

The deadline is approaching to express your interest in being considered as an Arbitrator under the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) dispute mechanisms. The United Kingdom government is seeking suitably qualified people to appoint to lists of arbitrators and expert panellists – those interested must submit their application by 11.59pm on 2 May 2021.

The Cabinet Office Call for Expressions of Interest sets out the details of this opportunity and includes comprehensive information on the eligibility requirements and the selection and appointment process. There is no requirement for applicants to be UK nationals.

To be considered, applicants must submit the following to TCAdisputesettlement@cabinetoffice.gov.uk by 11.59pm (UK time) on 2 May 2021:

• a cover letter (1,000 words maximum)
• a CV (3 single-sided pages maximum), noting all nationalities held by the candidate
• two professional reference contacts who must provide written statements on request
• a completed declaration form (available on the EoI webpage)

Any questions regarding the process should be submitted to TCAdisputesettlement@cabinetoffice.gov.uk.