Legal Counsel

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GEOxyz is an international maritime data company, specialized in hydrographic, geophysical, geotechnical and topographic surveys; marine site investigations; renewable energy support; and crew transfers for the on-, near- and offshore industries.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Legal Counsel to join our team.

As part of our Group-level Legal Team, you will take ownership of your own projects while providing legal support across a broad spectrum of areas, including commercial and maritime contracts, acquisitions, procurement and supplier agreements, intellectual property, and other corporate legal aspects.

Working in an international setting, your responsibilities will include:

• You will be responsible for negotiating and managing a diverse range of business contracts relating to on- and offshore survey projects and/or asset support.
• You will advise on legal risk and liabilities associated with such contracts and how to manage these.
• You will liaise with your colleagues in the legal, regulatory and business teams to provide and coordinate appropriate support.
• You will provide general legal support to project companies and other group entities.
• You proactively review business documents and procedures for compliance with applicable conditions and regulations.
• You take care of the legal secretariat (corporate housekeeping) of the various companies within the group.
• You follow the latest developments in the field of (international) legislation and case law (public procurement, economic law, contract law, privacy, etc.).
• You are part of a dynamic legal team and report to our Lead Counsel Legal.

Qualifications

• You have a master’s degree in law.
• You have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience as a lawyer or as an in-house legal counsel in the construction / real estate industry.
• You have minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience as a corporate/commercial lawyer with a reputable firm and/or a legal department of an international company. Having experience in dealing with BIMCO, LOGIC and/or FIDIC agreements is an asset.
• You have experience/interest in contract management, commercial contracts and business law in general.
• You have the ability to manage several things at the same time without losing oversight.
• You have good diplomatic and social skills and enjoy building relationships with stakeholders.
• You are a team player and possess a high level of integrity.
• You have an analytical mindset and can communicate advice and ideas, with respect for the business reality, to colleagues with a different educational background.
• You have good social skills and can work efficiently in a team.

What’s in it for you?

• A challenging role in a fast-growing international environment.
• A positive work atmosphere within a young, dynamic team of 2 colleagues.
• A competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth within the company.