Legal Trainee

2 weeks ago


Malta JobMatchingPartner Full time €30,000 per year

A market leading maritime legal and financial services provider in Malta is looking for a talented Legal Trainee to work alongside some of Malta's sharpest legal minds within the maritime industry. As a Legal Trainee you will be kick-starting your career within a firm offering first class training and career advancement opportunities.
Salary up to €25K


Role & Responsibilities:

  • Support the legal team in various different tasks that can change on a day-to-day basis
  • Participate in the drafting all documentation required for vessel registration under the Malta flag
  • Handle all legal aspects of ship sale and purchase transactions of Malta-flagged vessels
  • Assist with day-to-day casework and liaise directly with clients and relevant authorities
  • Manage individual client relationships independently


Skills & Experience:

  • A law degree (ideally, but not necessarily, within maritime or shipping)
  • Not yet warranted lawyer is acceptable
  • Prior experience with maritime law / ship registration would be considered an asset
  • Passion for law and the maritime industry
  • Able to work effectively under pressure and is results-oriented
  • Articulate and able to communicate in English, both written and verbally

About this role:

  • Starting salary of up to €25K plus attractive benefits
  • Comprehensive educational support package
  • Mentoring and courses offered
  • On the job training with access to the best continual professional development
  • Excellent career advancement prospects

Please, apply with your detailed CV in English. Make sure to detail any interest and/or experience with maritime law.

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