Junior Legal

Location

Singapore, Suntec

Job Function

Legal / Insurance

Employment Type

Full Time

Position Level

Junior executive

Education Level

Degree

Number of Vacancies

1

Posted On

6 hours ago

Expiring On

1 month

Job Description

AAL is a leading, award-winning global shipping company founded in 1995, specializing in premium project heavy lift and multipurpose cargo transport. Company offers comprehensive shipping solutions through three main service models: tailored Chartering Solutions, regular Liner Services across Asia Pacific, Oceania, and Europe, and Fixed Trade Route Services with flexible monthly sailings on key global routes.

AAL serves major industries such as energy, oil & gas, mining, forestry, agriculture, and construction. Company has a strong global presence with offices and agencies spanning Asia, Oceania, India, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Legal & Claims Officer to join our team. This role is ideal for an early-career professional with initial experience in legal, claims handling, and compliance within the maritime or shipping industry. You will play an important role in supporting claims management, providing legal support, conducting sanctions screening, and helping to ensure compliance and risk mitigating risk across the organization.

Job Requirement

Key Responsibilities

Claims Management: Handle and settle claims, assess liability, apply legal defenses, liaise with P&I Clubs, maintain claims database, monitor costs, and recover outstanding amounts.

Contracts: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts; provide legal advice and coordinate external counsel when needed.

Legal Advisory: Provide legal guidance across departments, ensure compliance, manage external counsel, and update company policies and procedures.

Insurance: Assist with vessel insurance placement and AP quotes for high-risk areas.

Compliance and Sanctions: Conduct client due diligence, sanctions screening, maintain records, and monitor regulatory changes.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Law Degree, Marine Studies, or related field;

0-2 years' experience in legal, claims, or compliance roles within shipping or marine insurance is considered a bonus but not essential

Knowledge of international sanctions regimes preferred but not essential

Excellent communication in English (written and spoken), negotiation, and analytical skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Please note that only candidates with the legal right to work in Singapore can be considered for this opportunity.

About Austral Asia Line Pte Ltd

Shipowning / Operating

Established in 1995, Austral Asia Line (AAL) is a leading breakbulk, project cargo and heavy-lift shipping company. Our customers represent industries like energy, oil & gas, mining, forestry, leisure, agriculture and construction – and our vision is to be the best at what we do and create sustainable growth and an unparalleled reputation, built on trust and service.