Legal Officer / Company Secretary at Devien Consult

Devien Consult, a Human Resource Consulting firm, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Legal Officer / Company Secretary

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Marine

Job Summary

• A legal officer / Company Secretary is responsible for providing legal advice and support to the company on various maritime-related matters.
• The role requires a deep understanding of maritime law, international trade law, and shipping regulations.

Job Responsibilities

• Advising on legal issues arising from the operation of ships, such as contracts of affreightment, charter parties, bills of lading, and marine insurance policies.
• Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating shipping contracts, such as shipbuilding contracts, ship chartering agreements, and marine service contracts.
• Providing advice on maritime disputes, including those related to cargo claims, ship collisions, marine pollution, and other maritime-related accidents.
• Representing the company in legal proceedings, such as arbitrations, mediations, and court cases.
• Keeping up to date with changes to international and national maritime laws and regulations and providing guidance to the company on their implications.
• Advising on the formation, registration, and operation of ship-owning companies and the purchase and sale of ships and shipping assets.
• Providing support on compliance with environmental laws and regulations, including those relating to the prevention of marine pollution and the disposal of waste from ships.

Job Requirements

• A Law Degree
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a lawyer, with a focus on maritime law, international trade law, or a related field.
• Knowledge of maritime law
• Strong analytical skills
• Communication and negotiation skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Familiarity with the shipping industry: Knowledge of the shipping industry, including shipping practices, customs, and regulations, is highly desirable.

Application Closing Date
10th April, 2023.