Claims Section Head (269982)
Information
Legal | |
Management (6-10 years) | |
Not specified |
Company
Not specified | |
Shipping | |
El Raml, Alexandria, Egypt |
Description
- Responsible for, within a specific geographical area, to handle and defend customer’s claims presented in relation with carriage contracts, or any third-party claims linked with the company’s business, as well as to provide support and advices to operational and commercial teams. In addition, you will be in charge to handle specific missions liked with documentation and/or contractual review, fraud, or recovery files.
- Monitor and report the claim and legal activity within your geographical scope with the help of the group agencies network and regional offices and as per the organization set up by the legal department.
- Handle the coverage of the claims by the P&I clubs and the insurers of the group.
- Appoint and supervise external law firms to defend the Company's interest and you will handle recoveries toward third parties.
- Monitor the financial data of your files by accurately using the in house IT systems.
- Work closely with your Managers, and within the authority granted, you also negotiate settlements with plaintiffs and third parties
- Pro-actively, you will anticipate and offer legal/operational solutions if necessary.
- Constantly aware and up to date with new developments in the law (regulations, case law) within your area of responsibility.
- Undertake extra duties when requested.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a reputable university.
- Minimum 4-5 years of relevant experience in maritime, transport, logistics or insurance.
- Shipping experience is a plus.
- Negotiation skills and excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
- Fluent English is a must and French is a plus.
Created on | 19 Jun 2022 |
Last updated on | 10 Jan 2023 |