Overview
Legal Counsel Jobs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates at GMS Leadership
Title: Legal Counsel
Company: GMS Leadership
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Role Overview
Experienced Shipping/Litigation Lawyer to provide strategic legal advice on contentious and non-contentious matters including S&P transactions, charter party disputes, ship financing, and regulatory compliance. Work with internal stakeholders and external counsel to mitigate risks and drive favorable outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Manage complex litigation and arbitration across multiple jurisdictions
Work with external counsel on FDD cases, ship arrests, cargo claims, and enforcement
Provide strategic dispute resolution advice
Charter Party Contracts & Disputes
Draft, review, and negotiate charter party agreements
Advise on charter party disputes and resolution through arbitration or litigation
Sale & Purchase (S&P) Matters
Support ship S&P transactions including MOAs, delivery conditions, and title transfer
Manage disputes from contractual breaches and advise on ship financing structures
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Conduct due diligence ensuring compliance with international regulations
Draft internal legal policies aligned with maritime and commercial laws
Monitor industry legal developments and represent company at industry events
Qualifications
Qualified lawyer with 3+ years in shipping litigation, arbitration, and maritime law
Strong knowledge of charter parties, BIMCO agreements, and S&P agreements
Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced international environments
Strong negotiation, drafting, and advocacy skills
In-house legal counsel experience with ship-owning group preferred
Proficient with MS Office and in-house IT systems
