• In-House Counsel

    Maersk (Charlotte, NC)


    In-House Counsel

     

    Opportunity

     

    As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!

     

    If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you!

     

    Maersk Logistics & Services handles end-to-end warehousing, distribution, and transportation logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

     

    This position provides legal support to Maersk’s contracting teams. The primary focus is on commercial customer and procurement contracting, but is also expected to take on additional tasks that may be assigned from time to time, including litigation support, labor and employment, and other strategic projects.

    Daily responsibilities:

    + Draft, review, negotiate, and manage logistics customer contracts as well as a broad variety of critical procurement contracts.

    + Support risk management and safety team initiatives.

    + Participate in strategic transactions and help drive the overall growth strategy.

    + Support real estate lease negotiation and management.

    + Provide litigation support, including assisting with discovery responses, case management, communications with and management of outside counsel, coordinating witness interviews, gathering information and overall litigation strategy.

    + Conduct legal research and provide legal advice on key issues affecting the company.

    + Become familiar with laws and regulations affecting the company including Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Motor Carrier (FMCSA), labor and employment, privacy, OSHA, etc. and assist the company with compliance in these areas.

    Skills and Education:

    + JD required.

    + Minimum 5 years of experience as an attorney.

    + Transactional/Contract draft and review experience required.

    + Industry related experience a plus.

    + Ability to communicate with confidence at any level of the organization.

    + Excellence in collaboration with team members yet able to work independently

    Company Benefits:

    Medical

     

    Dental

     

    Vision

     

    401k + Company Match

     

    Employee Assistance Program

     

    Paid Time Off

     

    Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)

     

    And more!

    Pay Range:

    $168,000-$175,000*

     

    _*The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws._

     

    Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

     

    We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing [email protected] .

     

    United States Of America, Charlotte

     

    USA, North Carolina, Charlotte, 28273

     

    Full time

     

    Day Shift (United States of America)

     

    Created: 2025-11-17

     

    Job Flexibility: Hybrid

     

    Additional info

     

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