CLdN’s cargo and multimodal services have a Europe-wide reach using CLdN’s extensive network of ships, terminals and equipment.
CLdN’s 3,000 employees ensure that it fulfills its mission:
to excel as an integrated provider of maritime links.
Due to our continuous expansion, we are looking for a legalcounsel.Your role• Responsibility for the permanent monitoring of the legal aspects of business activities in a European context; • Screening contracts and other legal documents (T&C, tender contracts, corporate / structuring agreement, contracts with subcontractors, purchase contracts, etc.);• Advising the management and operations, including regarding contracts provisions, rights, obligations;• Negotiating independently with customers and suppliers and drafting contract texts; • Monitoring evolving legislation and sector-practice, especially affecting transport and logistics;• Managing customer/supplier files (e.g.
credit-control, commercial disputes, etc.) in collaboration with external legal advisors; • Organising and carrying out occasional internal reviews / audits; • Follow-up and advising on claim files (in collaboration with a claims manager); • Coordinate and collaborate with other legalcounsels within CLdN / C.Legal as a good team-player; • Travelling regularly to the different locations where the CLdN group is active (your permanent place of employment can be discussed based on the different locations of CLdN offices).Your profile • You obtained a Master's degree in Law;• Knowledge of Dutch laws and regulations is a plus;• You have at least 3 years of experience as a legalcounsel or as a lawyer; • You have good knowledge of international transport legislation (including CMR) and have an affinity with transport and logistics;• You have some knowledge of company law;• You are result-oriented, have an eye for company interests and can be a business partner in the legal field; • You have excellent communication skills and can deliver a clear, concise message;• You can set priorities, work independently and are a good planner and organiser; • You are pragmatic and provide solutions for the business; • You are discreet and trustworthy; • You are a good team-player and can work collaboratively;• You have excellent spoken and written knowledge of English (working language) and Dutch.
French and German are a plus.Our offer An attractive salary pack including all the tools you need to do your job, such as a company car, a smartphone, and a laptop;A workplace in one of our CLdN offices with occasional option to work from home. CLdN
