Senior Maritime Law Counsel (Hybrid, Richards Bay)

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit sharing

Medical aid

Disability & retirement benefits

Generous leave & study leave

International travel

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Maritime Law Specialist for its Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal practice. You will advise clients on shipping, admiralty, environmental law and related maritime issues, handling complex disputes and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires an Admitted Attorney with a Master’s in Maritime Law and at least eight years of specialized experience, plus strong drafting and advocacy skills. Hybrid work in Richards Bay and growth opportunities await.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with a Master’s in Maritime Law.
• Minimum 8 years of specialized maritime and admiralty law experience.
• Strong knowledge of international maritime conventions and SA law.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on maritime law matters including charterparty disputes and cargo claims.
• Draft and review maritime contracts, bills of lading, and charterparties.
• Represent clients in admiralty proceedings, arbitrations and mediations.
• Advise on marine insurance, hull/machinery and P&I liabilities.
• Ensure compliance with international regulations and conventions (SOLAS, MARPOL).
• Oversee regulatory issues related to vessel registration and port state control.
• Conduct research on complex maritime legal issues.
• Manage disputes relating to shipping and offshore activities.
• Advise on cross-border maritime transactions and litigation.
• Develop relationships with shipowners, operators, insurers and regulators.

Skills

Maritime law expertise

Negotiation

Drafting

Client relations

Advocacy

Education

Master's degree in Maritime Law

Admitted Attorney

Minimum 8 years maritime/admiralty law experience

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Maritime Law Specialist for its Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal practice. You will advise clients on shipping, admiralty, environmental law and related maritime issues, handling complex disputes and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires an Admitted Attorney with a Master’s in Maritime Law and at least eight years of specialized experience, plus strong drafting and advocacy skills. Hybrid work in Richards Bay and growth opportunities await.