Legal Counsel

Biglift Amstel B.V.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Solid pension package

29 leave days per year

Training and education possibilities

Informal working environment

In-house fitness facilities

Social get-togethers

Job summary

BigLift Shipping B.V., part of the Spliethoff Group, is seeking a Legal Counsel to strengthen its global legal team. You will advise the commercial unit, draft and review contracts of carriage, and provide guidance on insurance and sanctions during ongoing projects.

The role requires a Master's in Law, maritime experience, fluency in English and Dutch, and a pragmatic hands-on approach. BigLift offers a solid pension, 29 leave days, training opportunities, informal atmosphere, fitness facilities

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Law ( Maritime Law preferred ).
• Experience in maritime industry and understanding of shipping contracts, BIMCO forms.
• Ability to draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Knowledge of maritime insurance (P&I and Hull & Machinery).
• Proficiency in English contract law (Dutch optional).
• Fluency in English and Dutch (oral and written).
• Proactive, pragmatic, hands-on approach.
• Strong communication, negotiation and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and advise on contracts of carriage and offshore supply contracts.
• Provide contractual, insurance and sanctions guidance during projects.
• Negotiate with clients, suppliers, contractors and authorities.
• Proactive claims handling related to fleet and office.

Skills

Legal drafting

Contract negotiation

Communication

Active listening

Education

Master's degree in Law

Tools

BIMCO forms

Job description

Legal Counsel BigLift Shipping B.V., part of the Spliethoff Group, is a global leader in heavy cargo transportation. With a fleet of 25 state‑of‑the‑art heavy lift and heavy transport vessels, we handle some of the world’s most complex marine transport and heavy‑lift projects. As we expand our Heavy Transport Vessel fleet from four to eight vessels by 2028, BigLift is seeking a Legal Counsel to strengthen the Spliethoff Group’s legal team.

What Is The Job About

In the role of Legal Counsel, you act as a partner by advising the commercial team in a pragmatic way. The role of the Legal Counsel is diverse and includes:

• Drafting, reviewing and advising on contracts of carriage and offshore Supply contracts;
• Providing contractual, insurance and sanctions advice and guidance during ongoing projects;
• Negotiating with clients, suppliers, contractors and authorities;
• Proactive claims handling related to both the fleet and the office.

What Do We Ask

• Master's degree in Law, preferably specializing in Maritime Law.
• Relevant experience within the maritime industry and a thorough understanding of shipping contracts, including BIMCO forms.
• Demonstrated ability to draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Sound knowledge of maritime insurance, including P&I and Hull & Machinery cover.
• Basic knowledge of English contract law.
• Full professional proficiency in English and Dutch, both oral and written.
• A proactive, pragmatic and hands‑on approach to work.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and active listening skills.

What Do We Offer

• a solid pension package
• 29 leave days per year
• training and education possibilities
• informal working environment
• in‑house fitness facilities
• social get‑togethers on a regular basis

For more information, please contact the General Counsel Michiel Starmans on [phone].

Acquisitions by staffing agencies and other third parties will not be taken into consideration.