Shipping Legal Counsel

We are supporting a global offshore business in the search for a

Maritime Legal Counsel

to join its Fleet Services legal team in the Netherlands.

This is a rare opportunity for a Netherlands-based maritime associate to move in-house into a genuinely operational shipping role, not a pure contracts review position.

The Business

Our client operates a global fleet of specialist offshore vessels and long-term charters. The legal team sits directly within Fleet Services, supporting vessel operations, chartering, marine insurance and regulatory matters worldwide.

The Role

You will work closely with an experienced maritime Head of Legal on:

Charterparties (internal & third-party) Vessel build, repair and conversion contracts Re-flagging and registration matters Long-term charter arrangements Marine insurance and P&I claims support Operational maritime issues as they arise

The role is commercially focused, with limited heavy litigation, but could suit someone from a contentious background.

The Profile

We are keen to speak with:

maritime / shipping lawyers Currently in private practice in the Netherlands With strong charterparty and vessel contract exposure Dutch-qualified or Commonwealth-qualified (UK, SA, AUS, etc.) Looking to move in-house for broader commercial ownership and improved work-life balance

The business requires someone able to operate independently and add value quickly.

If you are a maritime associate beginning to consider your long-term direction within shipping law, this is worth a confidential conversation.