Senior Legal Counsel

Our client is a world leading company operating within the maritime industry. Do you have what it takes to help creating the maritime future? Are you hands-on, positive and ready for a new adventure? This is your chance! For our clients head office in the Netherlands (South Holland) we are looking for an pro-active Senior Legal Counsel with commercial law experience.

As Senior Legal Counsel you will work closely together with the business and provide high quality legal advice and support. You will also contribute to the further development of the legal department and play an important role in implementing and maintaining the corporate legal framework.

You will be:
• Providing tangible and hands-on legal advice on strategic commercial initiatives and in respect of commercial contracts (tenders, offers and negotiations).
• Monitoring and ensuring proper application of and compliance with legal policies and procedures.
• Maintaining and improving standard template agreements, including identifying new types of transactions that require a standardized or alternative legal approach.
• Promoting and executing cross-functional and international collaboration.
• Proactive support and assistance of the board of management and the business with the opportunities ahead among others by shaping the (legal) strategy and improve the identification, assessment, and management of legal risks.
• Providing legal support to (senior) management in case of disputes, claim settlements and arbitrations (including liaising with and manage external lawyers).

You have:
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in an in-house legal position or at a law firm, both in an international setting.
• An academic education in (preferably English or Dutch) law.
• Fluent in Dutch and English, both spoken and written.
• In depth knowledge of and experience with contract law.
• A sound understanding of the commercial side of agreements and be able to develop solid relationships.
• Strong analytical skills to quickly grasp the often-versatile complexities of projects.
• Strong communication skills across all levels of seniority within the business.
• A positive attitude, can-do mentality and a flexible, results-orientated approach.
• An eye for detail and a high level of accuracy.
• A team player approach.
• Willingness to travel abroad occasionally.

The offer:
• This job offers you an interesting salary, reimbursement of your travel costs, an annual profit share and a beneficial pension scheme.
• A great work-life balance.
• 40 (!) Holidays a year.
• A challenging full-time position with a lot of freedom and responsibility.
• Flexible working hours and the possibility to work partially from home.
• A great opportunity to contribute to the future of the maritime industry.
• Onsite Fitness Centre and physiotherapist.
• Personal development budget.

Do you want to know more? Don't hesitate to contact me!