Legal Counsel

Responsibilities

• Manage complex litigation and arbitration across multiple jurisdictions
• Work with external counsel on FDD cases, ship arrests, cargo claims, and enforcement
• Draft, review, and negotiate charter party agreements
• Advise on charter party disputes and resolution through arbitration or litigation
• Support ship S&P transactions including MOAs, delivery conditions, and title transfer
• Manage disputes from contractual breaches and advise on ship financing structures
• Conduct due diligence ensuring compliance with international regulations
• Draft internal legal policies aligned with maritime and commercial laws

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer with 3+ years in shipping litigation, arbitration, and maritime law
• Strong knowledge of charter parties, BIMCO agreements, and S&P agreements
• Strong negotiation, drafting, and advocacy skills
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced international environments
• Proficient with MS Office and in-house IT systems

Preferred Qualifications

• In-house legal counsel experience with a ship-owning group

About the Company

GMS Inc is a maritime industry leader providing professional services and strategic legal support within the shipping sector.