Hunter Philips Executive Search Greater Kuala Lumpur (Hybrid)
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Kuala Lumpur - Excellent Package + Bonus + Benefits
The Company
A leading international offshore energy and shipping organisation with a strong presence in floating production and maritime solutions. With global operations spanning energy transportation, offshore facilities, and marine engineering, the business delivers complex projects across the offshore energy value chain.
The Role
This is a high-profile leadership position providing strategic legal direction to an expanding FPSO and offshore portfolio.
Key responsibilities include:
- Acting as the principal legal adviser on all FPSO and offshore operations.
- Drafting, negotiating, and managing complex agreements, including FPSO charters, EPCIC contracts, joint ventures, and subcontracts.
- Supporting major project financings, including negotiation of loan and security documentation for multi-billion-dollar offshore assets.
- Leading dispute resolution matters (arbitration, litigation, and settlement strategies), working closely with external counsel.
- Overseeing governance, compliance, and regulatory matters across global subsidiaries.
- Identifying, managing, and mitigating legal risks in offshore business operations.
The Person:
- 10–15 years’ post-qualification experience with a strong track record in FPSO, offshore energy, or maritime law.
- In-house experience with an offshore/energy contractor, operator, or leading maritime company strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage high-value commercial contracts and financing arrangements.
- Commercially astute with strong risk management capabilities.
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Please submit your CV outlining your FPSO and offshore legal experience to [email protected].
All applications will be handled in strict confidence.
Seniority Level
- Director
Industry
- Maritime TransportationOil and GasServices for Renewable Energy
Employment Type
- Full-time
Job Functions
- LegalFinance
Skills
- Legal AdviceFinanceLegal ComplianceOffshoreOffshore Oil and Gas OperationsNegotiationRegulatory ComplianceMaritime LawFloating Production, Storage and Offloading (FPSO)Joint Ventures
Screening questions
Required qualifications
- How many years of work experience do you have with Negotiation?
- Ideal Answer: Minimum: 10
- How many years of work experience do you have with Legal Advice?
- Ideal Answer: Minimum: 9
- How many years of work experience do you have with Maritime Law?
- Ideal Answer: Minimum: 10
