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ID: 541026
Location: Melbourne, AU
Senior Corporate Counsel (12 Month Fixed Term) Jump Aboard!
We are CMA CGM, the business that moves in excess of 22 million containers of cargo every year from over 400 different seaports. Backed by a diverse portfolio of brands and subsidiaries, the CMA CGM Group is the third largest container shipping Group in the world, making us well equipped to move cargo from door-to-door, on a global scale.
ANL is a long-standing brand within the CMA CGM Group with a vision for the future. Headquartered in Melbourne, ANL Container Line offers shipping services to all major Oceania destinations, with extensive coverage throughout Australia, New Zealand, Asia, the West Coast of America, Papua New Guinea, the Indian Subcontinent and the Pacific Islands.
Our mission is to lead sustainable change within the maritime industry. As we embark on this large-scale transformation journey, we are calling for our team members to be both bold and imaginative to achieve the needs of our business. We are growing and changing the way we serve our customers. If you are willing to roll your sleeves up and contribute to this journey, we would love to hear from you!
About the Role:
We are seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel for a 12-month maternity leave cover. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication and negotiation skills, be a team player who can work both independently and collaboratively, and possess strong organizational and time management abilities. They must be a self-starter with a positive, adaptable attitude and a willingness to learn.
Reporting to the General Counsel, you will be directly responsible for managing legal matters and tasks for ANL and CMA CGM subsidiary companies in Oceania, including:
Managing designated and/or tasked legal claims, corporate and compliance requirements.
Overseeing corporate governance and reporting requirements.
Providing quality, timely solution-based legal advice to the General Counsel and middle / senior managers to support Group shipping, logistics operations and agency functions.
Offering legal advice and support to other CMA CGM Group legal teams onissues involving Oceania.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Possession of tertiary qualification in law from a recognised tertiary institution.
Hold a current Australian Practicing Certificate.
At least 6 years post qualification experience ("PQE") either in private practice or an established in-house legal department preferably within a national or multinational company.
Experience in corporate and commercial litigation, arbitration, mediation and conciliation.
Knowledge and understanding in relevant areas of law, such as corporate, competition and privacy laws.
Experience working on complex legal matters within a fast-paced commercial environment.
Candidates must have full working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the contract to be considered eligible for this role.
If you are a New Zealand citizen and planning to relocate permanently to Melbourne, Australia, you are more than welcome to apply.
Please note that remote working from overseas and interstate locations will not be considered.
We are continuously striving to provide new opportunities and benefits that make our business a great place to work, but the truth is that it's our people who make us want to come to work every day. We make time to engage, connect and celebrate the moments that matter with our colleagues.
We have a strong culture built around supporting progression and promotion and offer a diverse and engaging training calendar that provides you with the opportunity for growth, no matter your interests.
In an ever-changing economy, the shipping industry remains a beacon of stability, and our continued success is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. We prioritise delivering exceptional experiences to both our customers and our employees.
The CMA CGM Group is also deeply committed to sustainability. We demonstrate our dedication to acting for the planet, people, and fair trade, through initiatives like reducing greenhouse gas emissions, empowering women in the workplace, educating employees on climate issues, and engaging in community and environmental projects.
Some of our other benefits include:
Flexible Working Options
Additional Leave Days
Annual Health Checks
Social Club events held all year round
Opportunity to participate in volunteer initiatives with partner charities such as the Big Umbrella
Access to 3000+ learning resources and courses
Our Commitment to Diversity
CMA CGM is committed to providing a respectful and collaborative working environment where all our employees can thrive. Our strength is in our people, and embedding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) into our culture is essential to our ongoing success. By Acting for People, we can harness the diversity of our teams, which benefits our employees, customers and communities in the markets we serve. We actively welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of indigenous status, race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic.
Join us at CMA CGM, where your potential meets endless possibilities, and together, we shape the future of global shipping.
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