Senior Legal Counsel, Inchcape Shipping Services
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2-3 days a week in office (Lloyds Avenue, London)
Global marine services
Posted today
Global marine services
1001+ employees
Posted today
More information about location
2-3 days a week in office (Lloyds Avenue, London)
1001+ employees
Company mission
To have a connected world, in which their customers trade successfully and make better decisions in every port, everywhere.
Role
Who you are
- Qualified lawyer in the UK with at least 5+ years post qualification experience
- Strong technical knowledge and understanding of relevant laws and regulations (e.g. UK Bribery Act and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act)
- Extensive in-house legal counsel experience for an international corporate business
- Experience of leading on commercial contracts i.e. being the in-house SME and or seeking external expertise counsel as required
- Proven experience of stakeholder management partnering with senior members of the Company
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with individuals across business and/or functional lines
- Ability to communicate with senior stakeholders and global management teams
- Team management skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally
- Must have strong decision making and analytical abilities
- Excellent conciliation and communication skills
- Ability to think out of the box and act pragmatically to solve legal complications
- Shipping sector experience advantageous but not required
What the job involves
- We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Legal Counsel to join our team in London
- The Senior Legal Counsel will support the GGCC and legal team in implementing, aligning, standardising and developing global Legal process and procedures, to ensure governance, efficiency and cost effectiveness
- They will also ensure the Company and its employees maintain and promote the highest standards of legal compliance
- The main areas of work competence will be: Corporate, M&A, complex international contracting, contentious dispute resolution and negotiation
- Provide accurate and timely counsel to management on a variety of legal topics
- Project manage legal work flows for Group M&A projects, including the procurement and management of outside counsel
- Lead on review and drafting of commercial contracts across the Group (including customer agreements, vendor agreements, IT supplier agreements, intra-group agreements, joint venture agreements etc)
- Develop modern options to drive efficiencies via the use of “legal AI” for contract review and management
- Review and advise on commercial contracts according to the Company’s role/business model as a port agent and appropriate risk v. reward
- Ensure escalation of commercial contract issues to management as set out in the Group’s contracting principles
- Participate in Group projects/strategy (compliance with contracting principles, review/analysis of existing commercial contracts, Group transformation etc)
- Support the Contract Manager and Paralegal on matters for discussion/escalation arising from review of commercial contracts, where required
- Maintain contract templates together with the Contract Manager and Paralegal
- Assist the GGCC with advising on legal disputes across the Group and liaising with insurers/external lawyers as required
- Take responsibility for monthly and quarterly cycles of litigation claims reporting
- Own the Legal policies portfolio and ensure policies are up to date and relevant. Provide appropriate training on policies and procedures
- Assist the GGCC with liaising with external trademark attorney regarding the Group’s trademarks portfolio
Salary benchmarks
Our take
With over 175 years of maritime experience, Inchcape Shipping Services is a leading provider of marine services, managing all aspects of multinational ports and maritime logistics, from crew management to legal compliance. Its extensive network covers over 85% of the world's ports, supported by its network of port agents and partner companies.
Despite its long-standing presence, Inchcape stays ahead by embracing diversity initiatives and prioritising workforce welfare. Recognising the unique health and financial needs of shipping industry workers and their families, Inchcape leverages its extensive maritime experience to provide exceptional care for its employees.
Additionally, the company has developed industry-leading visualisation software that offers customers real-time information on their vessels and ports. In 2022, the company was acquired by Epiris, which has spurred its expansion into new market sectors. Inchcape plans to continue making strategic acquisitions to grow its network and operational expertise.
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Company benefits
- Flexible hybrid working
- Global coverage with travel opportunities
- Pension contribution
- Family health / medical cover
- Car allowance
- Generous external training
- All you can eat Udemy subscription
- 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Employee discount scheme for retail/travel/leisure
- Life assurance cover
- Contributory company pension scheme
- Full Employee Assistance Programme including access to care support covering work, family, relationships, money and health
- Career development and progression opportunities, including travel to other Inchcape port locations across the UK
- Values Award celebration events
- Team building days
Company HQ
City of London, London, UK
Leadership
Philippe Maezelle
(CEO)Previously worked as CEO at International SOS and Alfred H Knight. Also worked at DHL for 14 years.
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