Legal Counsel

Listing expiry: 19 October 2026

About the role

Role Overview

The role supports the global customer contracting agenda by managing contract processes that are well-governed, risk-aware, and commercially strategic. It involves independently reviewing, negotiating, and finalising complex maritime, logistics, and commercial agreements, including contracts with key clients. The position requires close collaboration with commercial account owners, product teams, and other stakeholders to balance customer expectations, legal protections, and commercial priorities. The role also contributes to contract strategy, stakeholder alignment, risk management, and continuous improvement in an international business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalise complex maritime, logistics, and commercial agreements, including contracts with key clients.
• Lead negotiations with customers and external stakeholders on high-value and complex agreements to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Manage the legal contracting process for a region in close collaboration with relevant business stakeholders.
• Lead stakeholder alignment discussions and provide strategic input on contract design, playbooks, fallback positions, and negotiation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with legal policies and alignment with organisational strategic objectives while mitigating legal risks.
• Work with internal stakeholders to achieve balanced outcomes that protect legal interests while meeting commercial priorities.
• Provide legal guidance on contractual risks and support the development of risk management strategies aligned with business goals.
• Support the team manager in quality oversight and the supervision of new team members.
• Mentor junior team members and promote learning, consistent quality delivery, and professional development.
• Contribute to legal department knowledge management initiatives, including the development of templates and best-practice guidance.
• Monitor legal, commercial, and industry developments and support the alignment of legal activities with business developments.
• Promote a culture of high impact and best practices while maintaining appropriate legal and compliance standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Law.
• At least 8 years of experience in contract review, preferably in an international law firm or corporation.
• Substantial experience in contract drafting, review, and negotiation.
• Strong contract negotiation skills and the ability to lead negotiations and independently manage complex agreements.
• Working knowledge of international maritime and logistics law is preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Advanced ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, international environment.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of an additional foreign language is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to question assumptions and critically analyse issues.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Confidence in making informed decisions while balancing commercial and legal considerations.
• Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to negotiate effectively while maintaining a compliance-driven approach.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-border teams, engage stakeholders at different levels, and work with business functions while upholding legal and compliance standards.

Additional Details

• The position supports the organisation's global customer contracting activities in an international business environment.
• The employer is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities.
• Reasonable assistance and accommodations are available during the application and hiring process for individuals who require them.