Legal Consultant

LION GREAT ENERGY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise énergique à Singapour recherche un Consultant Juridique expérimenté pour fournir un soutien stratégique sur les transactions énergétiques transfrontalières et la charte de navires. Le candidat idéal devra posséder une expérience avérée dans le secteur du pétrole et du gaz ainsi que des connaissances avancées en droit maritime.

Qualifications

• 3-5 ans d'expérience dans un cabinet d'avocats ou un service juridique interne axé sur le pétrole et le gaz.
• Excellente maîtrise des lois sur le transport maritime, de l'assurance marine et des conventions internationales.
• Capacité à travailler sous pression et à respecter des délais serrés.

Responsibilities

• Rédiger, examiner et négocier une large gamme d'accords pour les transactions maritimes.
• Assurer la conformité avec les règlements maritimes et donner des conseils juridiques sur les acquisitions commerciales.
• Gérer la résolution des litiges liés aux retards d'expédition et aux réclamations.

Skills

Connaissance du droit maritime

Compétences en rédaction

Compétences analytiques

Compétences interpersonnelles

Education

Diplôme en droit maritime

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Legal Consultant with proven experience in both the oil & gas and shipping/maritime sectors. This role provides strategic legal support on cross-border energy transactions, vessel chartering, shipping disputes, and compliance with international regulations. The ideal candidate will advise on contracts, regulatory matters, marine insurance, cargo claims, and maritime law as it intersects with the energy value chain.

Key Responsibilities:

Contractual & Commercial Legal Support

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including:
  Crude oil, LNG, and petroleum product sale and purchase agreements (SPAs)
  Charter party agreements (voyage, time, bareboat)
  Transportation and logistics contracts (e.g., COAs, terminal access)
  Shipbuilding, towage, and bunkering agreements
• Provide legal guidance during commercial negotiations and asset acquisitions (e.g., vessels, terminals, upstream rights).

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with maritime conventions (e.g., MARPOL, SOLAS), local flag state rules, and international sanctions.
• Monitor and advise on laws and regulations impacting oil & gas and shipping operations, including:
  Environmental regulations
  Customs, import/export control
  IMO regulations
  Anti-bribery/corruption laws (e.g., FCPA, UK Bribery Act)
• Advise on marine insurance, P&I Club coverage, liability limitations, and maritime liens.

Dispute Resolution & Claims Management

• Support and manage dispute resolution involving:
  Shipping delays, demurrage claims, and force majeure events
  Cargo loss, contamination, or off-spec issues
  Breach of charter party or transportation contracts
• Coordinate with external counsel and claims handlers for arbitration, mediation, or litigation proceedings (e.g., LMAA, ICC, LCIA).

Corporate Governance & Advisory

• Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks and strategic decisions across energy and shipping operations.
• Draft legal memos, risk assessments, KYC and due diligence reports for cross-border transactions and projects.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree or Diploma in Maritime Law
• 3–5 years’ experience in a law firm or in-house legal department with a focus on oil & gas and/or maritime law.
• Strong knowledge of shipping law, marine insurance, and international conventions.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in vessel shipping operations and logistics, cargo and bunkering, demurrage, etc.

Only Singaporean/PR applications will be considered, thank you.