Legal Counsel P&O Maritime Logistics Dubai Ports (DP) World

Dubai Ports (DP) World is presently hiring for role of Legal Counsel for its P&O Martime Logistics business activities. Based at Corporate Office in Dubai and reporting to the Head of Legal, the role provides legal support and assistance in relation to all aspects of P&O Maritime Logistics business activities with the focus on shipping transactional work (charter parties, financing, sale & purchase, new builds, vessel flagging, regulatory, insurance, corporate, JVs).

Word About P&O Martime Logistics

In July 2019, Topaz Energy and Marine was acquired by DP World, merged with P&O Maritime and started operating under the P&O brand as P&O Maritime Logistics. It is a leading provider of marine solutions with focus on offshore energy, port services and logistics. The company provides a wide portfolio of value added marine services and ability to integrate these offerings for customers, always with safety & environment at the forefront.

Responsibilities of A Legal Counsel

• Advise Group in all legal issues regarding the ownership and operation of P&O Maritime Logistics vessels and vessel owning companies in the company Group to mitigate risk and align matters with P&O Maritime Logistics Group policy and capacity, in particular:
  • Prepare, review and negotiate charter party contracts, vessel acquisition and disposal contracts, including related tax and insurance matters.
  • Contribute legal material to tenders and bid proposals contracts, including drafting and reviewing NDA, LOI, MOU.
  • Drafting and reviewing shipbuilding contracts.
  • Review financial & loan agreements, including assisting on loan documentation and ensure compliance with loan covenants.
  • Assist in preparation and review of joint venture, collaboration and alliance agreements.
  • Assist on general contracts, including IT, procurement and labour related contracts.
  • Assist on maritime insurance claims with nominated insurance brokers and insurance underwriters when necessary.
• Support in administering legal framework & compliance requirements of organization to ensure continuity of business & appropriate company corporate structure.
• Identify tax implications for business activities and implement structures to handle required tax implications, including preparation and review of agreements between entities within the P&O Maritime Logistics Group incorporating applicable transfer pricing principles.
• Evaluate and determine whether external legal advice is required, prepare briefing material for external providers of legal services and advise relevant internal department on such matters.
• Drafting and revision of Company standard agreements and other legal documents as required.
• Drafting and revision of internal control routines and procedures.
• Coordinate and monitor litigation/other proceedings to which the Company is party or potentially party.
• Assist and support the Head of Legal on ad hoc work as necessary.

Qualification Requirements for Role of Legal Counsel

• Bachelor degree in law.
• Knowledge and experience in Marine Law or Contract law preferable.
• 3 years experience in a related field or equivalent training or experience. Preferably must have good knowledge of contract law and English /common Law.

Skills & Knowledge Desired

• Excellent written, drafting and oral communication skills with fluency in English.
• Detail oriented, hands on, driven and able to cope with demanding deadlines.
• Focus on quality and efficiency with positive commitment to EHSQ.
• Some disputes and compliance experience (sanctions, GDPR, anti-bribery) will be considered a plus.

Procedure to Apply

If you wish to grow with us, please apply now and become part of DP World. To apply for the job of Legal Counsel, please use the Apply Now button. It will redirect you to official registration form. Once you are on registration portal, complete your profile by adding your personal and professional details. You will also need to upload your updated CV & other relevant documents. Finally, follow instructions provided to complete the application process. Good luck to you !

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