At Maersk, we’re transforming global supply chains through end-to-end integrated logistics. As a global leader in connecting and simplifying trade, we help businesses move goods seamlessly across ocean, air, landside transportation, and warehousing, all supported by cutting edge technology and an extensive global network.
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and able to be themselves.Ourteammemberscomefromawiderangeofbackgrounds,experiences,andperspectives,andwevaluetheuniquestrengthseachpersoncontributes.Withover100,000employeesacross130countries,weworktogethertoshapethefutureofglobaltradeandlogistics.
Abouttherole
As Commercial Counsel, you will provide practical, solution-oriented legal support to Maersk’s U.S.landsideandlogisticsbusinesses.Youwillprimarilyfocusondrafting,reviewing,andnegotiatingahighvolumeofcustomerandprocurementcontractsacrossareassuchastransportation,warehousing,distribution,realestate,engineering,andconstruction.
You will partner with commercial, operational, finance, procurement, risk, safety, and other internal stakeholders to understand business needs, identify legal and commercialrisks,anddevelopworkablesolutions.Inadditiontocontracting,youwillhaveopportunitiestosupportstrategictransactions,regulatorymatters,realestateactivities,claims,litigation,andotherinitiativesbasedonbusinessneedsandyourareasofinterest.
YouwilljoinanexperiencedandcollaborativeNorthAmericanLegalteamwithteammembersbasedinCharlotteandacrossthewiderorganization.
WhatWeoffer
This is an exciting career opportunity to work in a truly international company that makes global trade happen. You will be interacting daily with passionatecolleaguesaroundtheworld,givingyoutheopportunitytodevelopyourprofessionalskillsinaglobalenvironment.Throughthetrainingandsupportweprovideandlearningonthejob,youwillhavethechancetotrulytakeyourcareeralltheway.
- Joinacollaborativeandexperiencedlegalteamthatvaluesknowledgesharingandcross-training.
- Gainexposuretoabroadportfoliooflogisticsproducts,businessfunctions,andcommercialstakeholders.
- Developexperienceacrosscustomercontracting,procurement,realestate,regulatorycompliance,strategictransactions,andlitigationsupport.
- Accessbenefitsthatincludemedical,dental,vision,a401(k)withcompanymatch,paidtimeoff,andanEmployeeAssistanceProgram.
KeyResponsibilities
- Draft, review, negotiate, and manage customer logistics contracts and a broad rangeofprocurementagreements,includingcontractsrelatedtorealestate,engineering,andconstruction.
- Advisebusinessstakeholdersoncustomerandprocurementcontractformation,negotiation,interpretation,andongoingmanagement.
- Supportriskmanagementandsafetyinitiativesbyprovidingpracticallegalguidancealignedwithoperationalandcommercialobjectives.
- Manageandsupportregulatoryapplications,licenses,andtransportationandlogisticscompliancematters.
- ParticipateinstrategictransactionsandprovidelegalsupportforinitiativesthatcontributetoMaersk’soverallgrowthstrategy.
- Supportrealestateleasenegotiations,administration,andrelatedlegalmatters.
- Provideclaimsandlitigationsupport,includingdiscoveryresponses,casemanagement,witnessinterviews,informationgathering,litigationstrategy,andcoordinationwithoutsidecounsel.
- ConductlegalresearchandadvisethebusinessonmattersinvolvingtheDOT,FMC,laborandemployment,privacy,OSHA,corporategovernance,andotherregulatoryandinternalcompliancerequirements.
Whowearelookingfor
Werecognizethatexperiencecomesinmanyforms.Ifyoudon’tmeeteveryqualification,westillencourageyoutoapply.
- Bringatleastfiveyearsofexperiencepracticinglaw,withsubstantialexperienceincommercialcontractdrafting,review,andnegotiation.
- Demonstratetheabilitytomanageahighvolumeofcomplexmatters,establishpriorities,andrespondeffectivelytochangingbusinessneeds.
- Applysoundjudgmentandapractical,commerciallyfocusedapproachtoevaluatingriskanddevelopingsolutions.
- Buildtrustedrelationshipsandcommunicateeffectivelywithlegalcolleagues,businessstakeholders,seniorleaders,andoutsidecounsel.
- Bringexperiencesupportinganin-houselegalfunction,alawfirm,oracombinationofboth.
- Offerexperienceinlogistics,transportation,supplychain,heavyindustry,energy,aerospace,construction,oranotherhighlyregulatedcommercialenvironment.
- Workcollaboratively,learnnewareasquickly,andcontributetoateaminwhichresponsibilitiesandknowledgeareshared.
Jobtype:Full-time
Location:Charlotte,NorthCarolina
Workarrangement:Thispositionisexpectedtoworkon-sitefivedaysperweek,subjecttoapplicablecompanyworkplacepoliciesandflexibilityguidelines.
Salary: $150,000 - $250,000 USD*
*Thestatedpayrangeistheanticipatedstartingsalaryandmaybeadjustedbasedonmarketconditions,experience,andlocation.Finalcompensationwillbediscusseddirectlywiththeselectedcandidate(s)incompliancewithallapplicablelaws.
NoticetoapplicantsapplyingtopositionsintheUnitedStates:YoumustbeauthorizedtoworkforanyemployerintheU.S
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
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- Organization DetailsMaersk / Maersk Logistics & Services USA Inc.
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