Analyst, Business Support

·         Location: London, Singapore or Athens     

Company background

Established in 2006, Union Maritime Ltd has experienced rapid growth to become an international shipping group with offices in 3 continents and is at the forefront of the maritime industry, offering our customers cutting-edge transportation and logistics solutions.

We constantly push the boundaries of what is possible, leveraging the latest technologies and industry’s best practices to deliver unparalleled efficiency and reliability. Whether it's our innovative approach to cargo handling or our use of data analytics to optimise routes and logistics, we are dedicated to staying ahead of the curve.

We have a diversified vessel portfolio in the tanker and dry bulk sectors with a strong presence in clean products and light chemical market, a revenue in excess of $500m and a fleet of circa 80 vessels under management.

At Union Maritime Ltd, we don't just meet the needs of our customers; we anticipate them. Join us on the cutting edge of maritime innovation and experience the Union Maritime difference.

The position

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented paralegal with experience in ship sale and purchase (S&P), financing and compliance to join the business support team.

As a paralegal, you will provide valuable support to the legal team and the business generally assisting in various matters while also ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.

This role requires exceptional research skills, a solid understanding of legal procedures, and the ability to work independently.

Key responsibilities will include:

·         Transaction support to the legal team including assisting in the drafting, review, and execution of S&P and ship financing documentation.  

·         Liaising with Treasury, Finance, Technical, Projects and Operations teams in relation to planning and execution of S&P and ship financing transactions.

·         Liaising with commercial, technical, and external parties (i.e. brokers, international ship registries and external counsels).

·         Preparing for and attending closing meetings.

·         Drafting and reviewing NDAs, service contracts, and other commercial agreements.

·         Conducting KYC/AML compliance checks on counterparties in accordance with internal procedures and international regulations.

·         Maintaining accurate and up-to-date company records and making various regulatory filings as required.

·         Monitoring deadlines for legal filings, flag state renewals and corporate obligations.

·         Organizing legal documents and maintaining internal databases and trackers for contracts and transactions.

·         Bachelor’s degree in Law, Maritime Law, Legal Studies, or related field. 

·         Minimum 3 years’ experience in a paralegal or legal assistant role, preferably in shipping, commodities, or international trade, ideally with involvement in:

·         S&P transactions;

·         Ship financing transactions; and

·         KYC/AML compliance screening.

·         Familiarity with common maritime legal documents and procedures/documentation required by international ship registries.

·         Excellent legal drafting skills and attention to detail.

·         High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

·         Fluency in English; additional languages are advantageous.

Soft Skills

·         Energy, agility and resilience for work embedded with commercial colleagues on numerous fast-moving matters.

·         Highly organized, methodical, and able to manage multiple concurrent transactions.

·         Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the confidence to follow up, escalate issues, and drive tasks to completion.  

·         Strong inter-personal and communication skills.

·         High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential corporate matters.

- UML offers competitive benefits including annual discretionary bonus, pension and medical benefits. Further details will be provided on request. 

- UML is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds.

- This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, qualifications, and benefits associated with the job.