Corporate - Legal Counsel

The Position

We are looking for a well-rounded corporate lawyer with experience within either capital markets, financing, M&A, joint ventures, shipping, energy and/or insurance with a sound understanding of corporate governance. The right candidate is proactive and a self-starter thriving in a fast-paced environment.

The role reports to the Deputy General Counsel and is part of the company's Group Legal & Compliance department. The department consists of 13 in-house lawyers and advisors who assist the group with legal and strategic advice across business areas.

Our legal team plays a key role in supporting the company’s strategic and operational goals by providing clear, risk-based and solution-oriented legal advice on a wide range of corporate matters. We work closely with management and various operational and corporate functions across the business globally to manage legal risk, ensure compliance, and safeguard the company’s interests in a dynamic market.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal and compliance department in a company with a global footprint with continuing growth ambitions.


Key responsibilities include:

• Providing legal advice and support on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, including capital markets, financing, M&A, joint ventures, shipping, and insurance
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts and transaction documents
• Supporting corporate governance activities
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders across corporate and operational departments to ensure legal risks are identified and managed effectively
• Contributing to the development and implementation of internal policies, procedures, and training programs
• Assisting in dispute resolution and litigation management
• Providing strategic legal input to senior management to support business decisions and growth initiatives
• Assisting with the management of the company’s global insurance program
• Providing legal support in relation to charterparties and other maritime contracts

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in law
• Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience, ideally gained in a reputable law firm (alternatively in combination with work in an in-house legal department)
• Solid experience within one or more of the following disciplines: capital markets, financing, M&A, joint ventures, shipping, and insurance
• Experience within offshore wind is a plus
• Proven ability to manage complex legal matters independently and provide clear, commercially focused advice
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with attention to detail and risk awareness
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and cultures
• Fluent in English written and verbally
   

What you will get at DeepOcean

We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where teamwork in a positive atmosphere with a “can do” mentality. You will face varied challenges and have ample opportunities for personal and professional growth within a growing global business. You will have the chance to make a meaningful impact by contributing to shaping and developing the compliance function to match the company’s current global footprint and growth ambition. International travelling will be part of the role, overseeing business in Europe, America, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region.

We can offer a competitive compensation package, favourable travel insurance (including family members), health insurance, and pension plans (including AFP), as well as subsidies to cover fees related to physical activities.

We believe diversity drives innovation and encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of background or gender. If you are motivated to learn, grow and contribute, we would love to hear from you! 

 

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