Job Description

Job Req Number: 58587
Time Type: Full Time

Position:

Manager/Senior Manager- Legal ISC

Surname / Name:

Department / Location:

Finance & Accounts

Line Reporting:

Head - Legal, ISC

Matrix Reporting:

None

Hiring Date:

TBD

Last revision date:

Purpose of the position

Responsible for the management of legal affairs within the assigned region. Provide professional and client-focused legal advice and guidance consistent with a solicitor-client relationship. Manage the legal team and carry out dedicated corporate assignments as instructed or delegated.

Key Tasks

• Serve as key contact for any legal matter and act as legal resource for the stakeholders within the assigned region;
• Manage the legal function in consultation with Head-Legal ISC and supervise the other in-house legal counsel within the assigned region;
• To provide advice and opinions on legal matters and recommend appropriate legal action or response, which best serves to protect the interest of the company;
• Support the implementation of and monitor adherence to dedicated corporate initiatives and processes (e.g. contract registration and review process, contractual compliance manual etc.).
• To handle litigations filed by or against the company; liaise and coordinate in that context with claims handling team; advocates and retainers and other stakeholders;
• Appointment and hiring of advocates or consultants in consultation with Head-Legal ISC and CFO (APAC & ISC) and to take required steps for controlling of legal costs.
• To provide periodic legal reporting on present or prospective legal matters and expedite closure of existing cases currently under litigation and to reduce external legal counsel spending.
• Assess and coordinate any regulatory matters related to legal functions in coordination with regional team and keep abreast of any related developments in the assigned region;
• Provide legal assistance to the team in handling of any operational claims and assist them in registration of claim (with claims departments), its settlement and closure;
• Coordinate and supervise external retainers, advocates, consultants and professionals hired to provide support and services in various legal matters of the company;
• Organize and provide training for dedicated legal topics and processes concerning the areas of company's operations, as required;
• To advise on legal compliances, records and filings in consultation with Head-Legal ISC, Board/ & CFO;
• In agreement with Head-Legal ISC coordinate and monitor dedicated corporate law matters, in particular:

• Company's legal compliances;
• M&A transactions;
• Strategic and operational alliances (Cooperation Agreements, Joint Ventures)
• Establishment or closure of subsidiaries, branch offices, representation offices etc.
• To assist the auditors of the company in carrying annual audit of secretarial and legal records of the company;
• Regular training of relevant target group on the DSV Contractual Compliance Manual and Checklist. Presentations especially at Regional/Mgt./Sales Meetings.
• Prepare, carry review and negotiate all kind of legal documents, commercial documents including customer agreements, vendor's agreements, lease agreements or any amendment or renewal thereof;
• Prompt review of legal documents and business contracts in line with DSV Contractual Compliance Manual;
• To reduce TAT on legal matters;
• Timely uploading and update of contract details into the Solusi tool/system;

Decision Making Authority

Decision authority as delegated by the Head-Legal ISC, or Director- Finance / CFO, in accordance with DSV regulations and policies

Function / Market & Industry Knowledge / Business Acumen / Process working

• Relevant working experience in logistics and transportation industry will be an advantage;
• Understanding of DSV strategy and products will be required;
• Knowledge about legal trends and challenges for the industry;
• Understanding of business principles and language, including fundamentals of finance and profitability;
• Overall understanding of business processes and interdependencies;
• International laws experience will be an advantage;
• Willingness to occasionally travel and work extended hours if necessary.

• Ability to lead and develop high performing teams;
• Ability for building a team with diverse leadership and technical skills;
• Ability of effective people management through KPI setting and measurement;
• Managing across boundaries: Builds and uses networks; encourages collaboration across borders; is open to outside input; shares knowledge and expertise with others; communicates effectively; influences and negotiates.

• Demonstrating accountability in actions & decisions: Demonstrates managerial courage; takes responsibility; makes timely and quality decisions; manages risk.
• Strong decision-making capabilities and high accountability;
• Ability and willingness to decide based on root cause analysis and agreed criteria and to make or assist the management in making decisions in difficult situations;
• Credibility;
• Assertiveness;
• Capable to form judgments and to generate practical, timely solutions to any legal matters;
• Ability to find appropriate legal solutions directly and/or in consultation with consultants and/or management;
• Willingness to involve stakeholders in decision making process, to get buy-in and to implement solutions.

• Demonstrating personal excellence: Demonstrates honesty, integrity and respect; upholds and promotes ethics and values; respects confidentiality; develops him/herself; stays composed;
• Act as a Role Model for Corporate Values and fully adhere to the Code of Conduct;
• High energy and resilience;
• High commitment and positive attitude in the face of setbacks and obstacles;
• High stress level (Ability to work under pressure and deal with tight deadlines);
• Be authentic, approachable, open and honest.

Educational background / Work experience

• Law Graduate with 8-10 years of post-qualification experience of working in corporate environment.

Language Skills

• Fluent in English & Hindi (any other languages depending on the location)

Computer Literacy

• Profound knowledge of MS-Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics

DSV is a dynamic workplace that fosters inclusivity and diversity. We conduct our business with integrity, respecting different cultures and the dignity and rights of individuals. When you join DSV, you are working for one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. You'll join a talented team of more than 75,000 employees in over 90 countries, working passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services. DSV aspires to lead the way towards a more sustainable future for our industry and are committed to trading on nature's terms.

We promote collaboration and transparency and strive to attract, motivate and retain talented people in a culture of respect. If you are driven, talented and wish to be part of a progressive and versatile organisation, we'll support you and your need to achieve your potential and forward your career.

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