Details of the Organization

The Great Eastern Shipping Co. Ltd is India's largest private-sector shipping co. The company has two main businesses: Shipping and offshore. The shipping business is involved in the transportation of crude oil, petroleum products, gas, and dry bulk commodities. The offshore business services to the oil companies in carrying out offshore exploration and production activities, through its subsidiary Greatship (India) Limited.

Details of the Job/Internship

The Great Eastern Shipping Co. Ltd is hiring a Legal Specialist with experience of 10+ years to join their office in Mumbai.

Role and Responsibilities

Legal Research & Documentation: 

• Conduct thorough legal research to support case preparations and legal advice.
• Draft, review, and amend contracts, agreements, and legal documents, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Assist in preparing case files and documentation for court or other legal proceedings.
• Preparing cases for opinions with related documentation.

Advisory: 

• Providing legal and commercially viable solutions and knowledge and support to all departments.
• Assess legal risk and exposure of the company whenever opinion is sought by any department.
• Making all functions aware of various applicable Statutory Laws and Compliances by monitoring changes in relevant legislation and updating the teams on new legal developments.

Drafting and Vetting: 

• Drafting and reviewing all types of contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Coordination with internal departments in the drafting and timely closure of contracts and other legally binding agreements.
• Updating, monitoring, and reporting the overall status of contracts.
• Provide general legal administrative support, including maintaining legal databases, filing, and preparing reports for senior management.

Dispute Resolution: 

• Assist in resolving legal disputes, including liaising with external legal advisors when necessary.
• Support litigation efforts by preparing documents for court proceedings, arbitration, or mediation.

Eligibility

• Degree in Law (LLB/LLM)
• 10+ years of relevant experience in Corporate Legal work.
• Excellent written and great communications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Prior experience of customs-related work with ability to deal with customs authorities will be preferred.

Salary/Stipend

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

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

State

Maharashtra

City

Mumbai

Address

Ocean House, 134/A, B Wing, BDD Chawls Worli, Worli, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400018