Senior Legal Counsel

Join us as our new Senior Legal Counsel!

We are looking for an experienced shipping and offshore lawyer to join our global legal team. As Senior Legal Counsel, you will work closely with negotiating and advising on the full spectrum of our maritime contracts globally. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment and is confident navigating the complexities of commercial shipping and offshore arrangements.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate key shipping contracts including offshore service, shipbuilding, sale and purchase agreements, towage and other contracts relating to all of DOF's activities. This will also include contracts and subcontracts for the integrated offshore services offered globally by DOF Group to our clients.
• Advise on legal risks, liability, and regulatory compliance in complex maritime transactions.
• Support commercial teams in structuring and negotiating shipping deals.
• Monitor developments in international maritime law and industry standards.
• Assist in establishing corporate structures in new jurisdictions and manage existing structures.
• Collaborate with international law firms across DOF’s operational regions
• Advise on contract management and legal disputes.

This position will report to Group General Counsel.

Requirements

• Law degree or equivalent certification, with at minimum 5 years’ experience from a law firm or international organisation.
• Experience from the maritime, oil & gas or subsea industry with demonstrated understanding of maritime and offshore contract law and international contracts.
• Experience in negotiating standard shipping contracts and BIMCO documentation.
• Analytical with ability to prioritise tasks.
• Familiarity with English law is an advantage.
• Knowledge of marine insurances is an advantage.
• Commercially minded and with solid negotiating skills.
• Self-driven with ability to work independently and collaboratively across jurisdictions.
• Fluent in English, with good communication skills both spoken and written.

Is this the perfect role for you, but you don't meet every single requirement? Our culture of innovation is built on valuing the right person for the role over a perfect alignment with a job description. Not least because research tells us women and minorities are unlikely to apply if they aren't able to match all the role requirements listed. Building a diverse, inclusive, and positive workplace is important to DOF, so we say, apply for the role - it's the best way to find the right person for this or other roles - and that could be you.

Location

This position will be based in Bergen, Norway, Copenhagen, Denmark or Aberdeen, UK, depending on the candidate.

Application due date: 30.11.2025

For inquiries, contact:

Frida Norland, Corporate Legal - [email protected]

Mads Moen, Corporate HR Advisor - [email protected]

Who we are

With a multi-national workforce of over 5,700 personnel, DOF is an international group of companies which owns and operates a fleet of modern offshore/subsea vessels, with an engineering capacity to service both the offshore and subsea market. With more than 40 years in the offshore business, the group has a strong position in terms of experience, innovation, product range, technology, and capacity.

Why Join DOF?

At DOF, we believe in providing our employees with a supportive and enriching work environment. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy as part of our team:

• Worldwide Fleet: Be a part of our global operations and gain exposure to a diverse range of projects and locations.
• Competitive Insurance and Pension Schemes: We offer comprehensive insurance and pension plans to ensure your peace of mind and financial security.
• Physical Activity Subsidy: We support your well-being by offering subsidies for physical activities, helping you stay active and healthy.
• Company Apartments at Voss: Enjoy access to our company apartments at Myrkdalen Fjellandsby, perfect for skiing in during the winter and hiking during the summer.
• Career Growth: We encourage internal mobility and provide opportunities to grow within the company, whether it's moving upwards or exploring new roles.