Senior Maritime Counsel – Global Shipping & Compliance

Ladwig Consulting; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Dubai is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel specializing in the shipping and maritime industry. The ideal candidate will provide legal counsel on corporate governance, compliance, and risk management while ensuring adherence to maritime laws. Applicants should have at least five years of experience in corporate and commercial law, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in English. This role offers a competitive salary, along with the opportunity to work on international projects in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Exciting international projects

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in corporate and commercial law, with mandatory exposure to the shipping or maritime sector.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
• Experience managing cross-border transactions and complex corporate matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on corporate governance, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements.
• Lead and manage dispute resolution related to shipping operations.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Dispute resolution

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law

Legal qualifications from a recognized jurisdiction

LLM

Job description

A consulting firm in Dubai is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel specializing in the shipping and maritime industry. The ideal candidate will provide legal counsel on corporate governance, compliance, and risk management while ensuring adherence to maritime laws. Applicants should have at least five years of experience in corporate and commercial law, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in English. This role offers a competitive salary, along with the opportunity to work on international projects in a collaborative environment.