Legal Counsel
Core
Provide full range of legal, compliance, and maritime claim functions to ensure the functional operation of the department.
Role type
In-house Legal Counsel
Builds
Legal advice, contracts, compliance programs, and maritime claim settlements
Domain
Maritime industry + Legal/Compliance
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Maritime law expertise, Contract law expertise, Employment law expertise, Litigation management, Regulatory compliance monitoring, Risk assessment, Corporate governance, Stakeholder liaison
Preferred skills
Experience in private practice or in-house counsel roles
Technologies
Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Responsibilities
Serve as primary legal advisor on matters affecting the organization; Oversee drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of contracts; Manage litigation and disputes involving the organization; Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; Promote ethical business practices and corporate governance standards; Manage the company's claims process including communication with insurers and negotiation of settlements; Identify and evaluate legal risks and propose mitigation actions; Liaise with external regulatory bodies and stakeholders on compliance issues.
Seniority
Mid-Senior level (5+ years experience)