Legal Counsel

GMS

  • Dubai
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job Description :Role OverviewExperienced Shipping/Litigation Lawyer to provide strategic legal advice on contentious and non-contentious matters including S&P transactions, charter party disputes, ship financing, and regulatory compliance. Work with internal stakeholders and external counsel to mitigate risks and drive favorable outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesLitigation & Dispute Resolution
  • Manage complex litigation and arbitration across multiple jurisdictions
  • Work with external counsel on FDD cases, ship arrests, cargo claims, and enforcement
  • Provide strategic dispute resolution advice
Charter Party Contracts & Disputes
  • Draft, review, and negotiate charter party agreements
  • Advise on charter party disputes and resolution through arbitration or litigation
Sale & Purchase (S&P) Matters
  • Support ship S&P transactions including MOAs, delivery conditions, and title transfer
  • Manage disputes from contractual breaches and advise on ship financing structures
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
  • Conduct due diligence ensuring compliance with international regulations
  • Draft internal legal policies aligned with maritime and commercial laws
  • Monitor industry legal developments and represent company at industry events
RequirementsQualifications
  • Qualified lawyer with 3+ years in shipping litigation, arbitration, and maritime law
  • Strong knowledge of charter parties, BIMCO agreements, and S&P agreements
  • Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced international environments
  • Strong negotiation, drafting, and advocacy skills
  • In-house legal counsel experience with ship-owning group preferred
  • Proficient with MS Office and in-house IT systems

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