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Legal Counsel - Maritime

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Afbeelding van een huis

Hybride werken

Afbeelding van locatie

Provincie - Zuid-Holland

Afbeelding van Euro

€3000 en €4500 per maand

Maximaal aantal uur: 40

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Functieomschrijving

As a Legal Counsel for our client, a global leader in customized marine services, you will provide comprehensive legal support to both the business and operations teams. You will handle a wide range of legal topics, including contract negotiation, corporate structuring, ship acquisitions, and dispute resolution. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on the company’s legal decisions and to develop your expertise in the maritime sector.


Your key responsibilities:


  • Provide legal support on various legal matters within the organization.
  • Review tender documents and offer legal guidance during contract negotiations.
  • Draft commercial contracts, joint venture agreements, and other legal documents such as minutes, shareholder agreements, and powers of attorney.
  • Assist with ship sales, acquisitions, and flag registrations.
  • Set up new legal structures and amend existing local entities as needed.
  • Manage legal disputes, coordinate external advisors, and oversee legal proceedings.
  • Develop and standardize legal processes, including templates, policies, and compliance models.
  • Stay updated on legal developments, regulations, and case law, and provide relevant advice to stakeholders.


What makes this role unique?

This role offers you the chance to operate independently in a fast-paced, international environment. You’ll collaborate with a variety of stakeholders and have the opportunity to shape the company's legal strategies. It’s a great opportunity to grow your legal expertise in the ever-evolving maritime sector.


Who are we? 


Our client is a global provider of customized marine services, operating across 25 countries with a fleet of around 160 vessels. They have a team of over 2,500 colleagues delivering safe, reliable operations in challenging environments. The legal department, based in South Holland, oversees all legal matters within the organization.


Employment conditions: 


  • An attractive compensation and benefits package.
  • Professional development opportunities in a challenging, international environment.


Equal Opportunity Employer: Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.


Vereisten

  • A completed bachelor’s and master’s degree in law.
  • Relevant work experience as a legal professional in an international setting, preferably within the maritime or oil and gas industry.
  • Strong knowledge of international contract law, corporate law, and ideally experience with claim handling and maritime insurances.
  • Analytical and critical thinking skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to balance legal risks and business interests.
  • Flexibility and the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Fluent English (spoken and written).
  • Eligibility to work in the Netherlands.
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