Legal Specialist

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MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company is a global business engaged in the shipping sector. Present in 155 countries, MSC facilitates international trade between the world's major economies, and among emerging markets across all continents. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, since 1978, MSC is a privately-owned organization driven by the Aponte family. Today, we continue to focus on caring for customers, employees and the environment.

From a one-vessel operation to a globally respected business we have an unfaltering commitment to people that have passion, creativity and willing to make a change. Do you recognize yourself? Then come work with us and be part of MSC's family.

Key Responsibilities:

• The incumbent must follow up and correspond with principal, lawyers, surveyors, salvage contacts, other agents, customers regarding legal, claims and UAC procedures.
• The incumbent must maintain data / statistics/ Reports related to Legal cases, claims and UAC and share such reports with the manager on monthly basis.
• The incumbent must regularly update and upload details of uncleared shipments in the UAC application software, as per UAC procedures / guidelines.
• The incumbent should attend court hearings for matters pending in courts of law, as and when required.
• The incumbent should vet legal documents / contracts and provide legal advice on issues pertaining to Shipping laws, Custom laws, Tax laws, Local Court Procedures, Competition laws, Contract of Carriage Act, Guarantees and letter of indemnities, etc.
• The incumbent must provide administrative support to principal, P & I club, lawyers of the company for legal claims and UAC cases.
• The incumbent must read the UAC/Claims Procedure on MSC Together and keep him / herself up to date on revisions or changes published on MSC Together.
• The incumbent must periodically review workflow of their section and suggest improvements to his / her supervisor(s).
• The incumbent should propose solutions in respect of customer complaints to their Manager to remove bottleneck and improve customer centricity.
• The incumbent must prepare summaries of legal cases for Legal Manager to assist with filing of / defending legal cases in the courts of law.
• The incumbent must ensure stringent follow up on recovery process against liable party by sending timely recovery notices and keep the management and relevant department(s) up to date so that they can pursue within their own jurisdiction with their respective clients.
• The incumbent must update the UAC file in "Themis Software" once containers have lapsed the stipulated number of days. Themis guide to be followed for ensuring proper updates of cases.
• The incumbent must hold regular UAC meetings with relevant department(s) to discuss the status on UAC boxes (import) and chalk out a suitable line of action for way forward.
• The incumbent is also a focal for forwarding shipper / consignee blacklisting requests in TMS at the discretion of GVA and local management.
• The incumbent is responsible to organize, in coordination with the logistic and/or operations departments, the handling of the incident and, if needed, to give appropriate instructions in respect of any required extra-handling or survey operations.
• The incumbent must actively participate in training peers in their area of functions to broaden cross functionality as well as create backups.
• The incumbent must regularly screen import bookings entered by POL in the OV Pre-screening tool developed by Geneva to ensure that the risk of the shipment being abandoned, is mitigated.
• The incumbent must conduct training sessions for local staff on the MSC Business Code of Conduct and other related policies to ensure that the local staff is trained and has understood the importance of abiding by all the policies and its consequences thereof.
• Assist the Manager for preparation of presentations for local as well as meetings with Principal.

KSA & Skill Requirement:

• Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in shipping industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of relevant local laws, international treaties, Contract of carriage, etc.
• Proficient in drafting legal documents, attention to detail when vetting official legal documents, proficient in using computer software such as Microsoft office, fluent in speaking English, Urdu.
• Confident in communicating with internal departments, overseas agents, principal office and customers, good presentation skills, competent to represent the company before appropriate Courts of law.
• Previous experience of working in a law firm / corporate institution.

Education & Qualification:

• Minimum LLB (Legum Baccalaureus) / (Bachelor of Law) with a good score from a reputed and accredited Institution

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume via LinkedIn Job Post. Thank you for your interest in the "Legal Specialist" position at MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company.

Deadline: 22nd June 2025

Please be aware that submitting your resume or application for the "Legal Specialist" position at MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company does not guarantee an interview or employment. All applications will be reviewed, but only candidates who meet the specific qualifications and experience requirements will be contacted for further consideration in the selection process.

Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we may not be able to respond to each applicant individually. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that your application has not been selected for further consideration. We appreciate your understanding and wish you success in your job search.

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, disability, or age.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionLegal
• IndustriesBoilers, Tanks, and Shipping Container Manufacturing and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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