Legal & Claims Counsel

Our client is looking for a Legal & Claims Counsel. This role will play a pivotal role in managing a broad range of legal and claims-related activities. It combines legal advisory with hands-on claims handling, offering a comprehensive and strategic approach.

Key Responsibilities

Claims Handling

• Manage cargo claims and monitor hull and personal injury claims
• Maintain communication with internal and external stakeholders, including offices, customers, insurers, surveyors, agents, terminals, legal representatives, and other relevant parties
• Handle all aspects of cargo claims independently
• Provide advice to colleagues, customers, and principals regarding claims

Legal Advisory

• Address questions related to bill of lading terms and maritime law
• Provide guidance on general local legal matters
• Review and assess local contracts

General Legal Support

• Coordinate incident and risk management for both sea- and land-based events
• Manage idle cases, seeking resolution either out of court or through legal proceedings

Skills and Competencies

• Master’s in Maritime and/or Transport Law
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience
• Strong operational and commercial insight
• Fluent in English

The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.