Details of the Organization

Since its founding in 1862, ABS has been committed to setting standards for safety and excellence as one of the world’s leading ship classification organizations. They search for and establish the best solutions for the industries they serve, and are at the forefront of marine and offshore innovation. 

Details of the Job/Internship

American Bureau of Shipping is hiring a Counsel, Associate with experience of 1 to 3 years to join their office in Singapore.

Role and Responsibilities

• Participates in the development and interpretation of ABS policies.
• May provide direction and instruction to support staff, review their progress, and make recommendations concerning the evaluation of their work.
• At the direction of the Senior Vice President & General Counsel, the Vice President & Deputy General Counsel and Associate General Counsel conducts legal projects and research.
• Maintain business registration and corporate secretarial records of ABS entities within the region (Pacific, Middle East and Taiwan)
• Provides counsel and advice on a variety of legal matters including employment and labor, intellectual property, data privacy, insurance, litigation and bankruptcy matters.
• Drafts, reviews and negotiate contracts and other legal documents.
• Author’s correspondence, legal memoranda and reports.
• Under supervision, works with outside legal counsel in various legal matters.
• Anticipate and identity legal issues and proactively develop effective and practical legal strategies and solutions.
• Occasional travel within the region.

Eligibility

• Prior experience in the marine industry preferred.
• Proficient in Mandarin (written and spoken).
• The ability to independently review, advise on and/or negotiate detailed, sensitive legal issues with internal stakeholders, clients and other interested parties.
• The human relations skills necessary to organize and manage the activities of support staff.
• Typically requires 1-3 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
• L.L.B. or J.D. in Jurisprudence.
• Admitted to practice law in Singapore.

Salary/Stipend

Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

Singapore

Address

Singapore, Singapore.

Application and Registration Details

Once you apply, the next steps in the application process will be sent to you via e-mail.

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