Posted: 19 June
The role
This is a broad, legal role where you will provide practical, commercially focused legal and claims guidance on complex operational and contractual matters. You will work closely with internal teams across multiple jurisdictions, helping the business make informed decisions while effectively managing risk.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide in-house guidance on legal, contractual and operational matters arising both pre- and post-fixture.
- Advise on charterparty interpretation, contractual risk allocation, claims strategy and dispute resolution.
- Support sanctions screening, sanctions interpretation and wider compliance matters.
- Assess claims exposure and recommend pragmatic handling strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Manage assigned claims in collaboration with internal stakeholders, external counterparties, P&I Clubs and defence lawyers.
- Review contracts, supply agreements and purchasing agreements to ensure compliance with internal policies and risk frameworks.
- Support and mentor junior colleagues in the team
- Monitor relevant legal developments, regulations and case law impacting the dry bulk shipping sector.
Ideal candidate profile
- Experience advising on charterparties, commercial claims and dispute resolution within the shipping sector.
- Strong understanding of contractual risk management
- Knowledge of sanctions compliance and international trade regulations.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence commercial decision-making.
- A practical, solutions-oriented approach with strong analytical skills.
- The ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
- Experience mentoring junior colleagues or supporting team development.
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected global shipping organisation in a role that sits close to commercial decision-making. You will:
- Work alongside experienced professionals across multiple jurisdictions.
- Support high-value operational and contractual matters with global impact.
- Play a key role in helping the business manage risk while maintaining a practical, customer-focused approach.
- Develop your expertise within a collaborative, specialist shipping environment.
- Contribute to a business with a strong reputation for operational excellence and long-term growth.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, international environment and enjoy translating legal advice into clear commercial solutions, please apply today or email for more information
