Legal Counsel

1 FTE – 37,5 hours
Location: Schiedam, Netherlands

Jumbo has built a worldwide reputation providing engineered solutions for the full range of Heavy Lift Transportation and Offshore Installation. Founded in 1968, Jumbo is an independent company with a long-term vision for success. That success is driven by client satisfaction, long-term strategies, and the notion that, in this highly specialized and complex field, trust and reliability is key. Jumbo Shipping and SAL Heavy Lift formed in April 2021 a commercial joint venture called Jumbo-SAL Alliance. The Jumbo-SAL Alliance acts as a single commercial representation in the marketplace supported by a network of offices and agents in over 20 countries worldwide.

Jumbo is a family-owned company, with committed people who have a ‘hands-on mentality’. This is reflected in the way we work together and how we think along with our clients and partners, always looking for the best solution. With the Stay Well program Jumbo strives to be a responsible partner focused on the health and safety of all its stakeholders.

Jumbo’s Legal department supports the organization in legal matters such as drafting and negotiating contracts, handling of claims and disputes and various other corporate matters. The team currently consists of a Legal Counsel and Contract Managers. You will work under the general supervision of the General Counsel. We are looking for a Legal Counsel.

MAIN
RESPONSIBILITIES
In the role of Legal Counsel, you act as a business partner by advising the business in a practical and pragmatic way. As Legal Counsel you provide advice in line with relevant legislation, legal policies, and procedures in order to minimize legal risks. The role of the Legal Counsel is broad and diverse, and you operate within a dynamic and international environment.
Drafting, reviewing and advising on contracts of carriage, construction and installation contracts, and all other (sub)contracts;
Providing contractual advice and guidance during ongoing projects;
Negotiating with clients, suppliers, contractors and authorities;
Managing and controlling (insurance) claims related to both the fleet and the office, including controlling of and cooperating with internal and external parties.
WE
REQUIRE
Master’s degree in Maritime Law, Business Law or International Law;
Approx. 5 years of relevant work experience as an in-house lawyer or at a private firm;
Proficient in negotiating (commercial) contracts;
Knowledge of Shipping and Offshore Contracts (BIMCO Charter Parties Heavyliftvoy, Heavycon, Conline Booking Note and Supplytime, LOGIC);
Knowledge of the knock-for-knock liability regime and conventional cargo liability regimes (such as The Hague (Visby) Rules and insurances in the maritime industry (such as P&I, H&M);
Experience with dealing with FD&D, P&I and H&M claims;
Fully conversant in English (verbally and in writing);
‘hands-on mentality’;
Available for 4 or 5 days a week.
YOUR
COMPETENCIES
Social, independent and persuasive personality;
Strong communication and listening skills;
Strong analytical skills;
Customer oriented;
Negotiation skills.
TERMS OF
EMPLOYMENT
Jumbo offers a challenging and interesting position in a dynamic, international organization that has a clear vision for innovation and growth. Jumbo stimulates a healthy lifestyle both in and out of the office, by supporting and sponsoring Jumbo’s sport teams and activities. Besides our competitive salaries Jumbo offers excellent fringe benefits like:
A solid pension package;
Working in a modern office in a top location;
Shuttle service to railway station;
Working in a team of professionals and the challenge to work in a joint venture with SAL Heavy Lift;
Your personal training budget and leadership program Crestcollective.nl;
Make use of fitness facilities at Jumbo Schiedam;
28 paid leave days a year.

The headquarters of Jumbo is based in Schiedam. Within Jumbo there is an informal working environment and every month you are welcome to join the Thursday afternoon drinks in the company restaurant.

INFORMATION
AND APPLICATION
Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from Bas Bieckmann, HR Business Partner Recruitment via info@jumbojobs.nl or via telephone number +31 (0)10 7900 300.

Applications (in English) should respond specifically to the requirements including curriculum vitae and motivation letter, to the Human Resource Department via our website (https://www.jumbomaritime.nl/career/)

Reactions from staffing agencies and other 3rd parties are not appreciated.