Group Legal Counsel

At Marine Benefits, we’re all about healthy and happy crews – and this is your chance to join ours.

If you are good at engaging and connecting with people, as well as recognizing opportunities when you see them, you could be just who we’re looking for to join our team.

A bit about us

At Marine Benefits, we develop truly global health insurance solutions for those vital workers on which our world depends: seafarers and their loved ones. Today, we’re proud that we are the shipping industry’s No.1 crew-cover specialist, insuring 170,000 people in 118 countries. Our products are in high demand with rapid growth expected in the coming years – there’s never been a more exciting time to join our team!

Our head office is in Bergen, Norway, with an Operations Team in the Philippines. Marine Benefits is a wholly owned subsidiary of Norwegian Hull Club - a world leader in marine and energy insurance.

We believe in long-term relationships – whether with our clients or our employees. With this position, we believe the successful applicant will discover that their role gets even more exciting over time. There are outstanding opportunities here for learning, personal growth and building a rewarding career in a global, forward-leaning company, supported by fantastic colleagues.

What are we looking for

We are seeking a self-driven and positive-minded team player to join our Synergy team as Group Legal Counsel. This position is based at Marine Benefits’ office in Bergen and can be filled immediately.

The Synergy team is responsible for implementing Marine Benefits’ strategy both in our organization and towards our medical networks. In addition, the team is responsible for improving processes and to make sure that they comply with appropriate laws and regulations. As the Synergy team works closely with the entire organization and our medical network, some travelling is to be expected with this role.

Qualities and skills 

Our ideal candidate is service-minded, flexible and solution-oriented. You work well under pressure and are comfortable with handling several tasks simultaneously. A positive attitude is a must, as is the need to be a team player who is able to work independently when needed. Applicants must have a structured mindset and a keen eye for detail, yet still be able to see the bigger picture. You are trustworthy, comfortable with a high level of responsibility and place great emphasis on customer satisfaction.

Our preferred candidate will  have a commercial mindset, strategic experience and a law degree, preferably also qualified as a lawyer. You know how to interpret laws and regulations, implement the required measures and ensure compliance with the same. You are experienced with drafting international contracts, negotiations and service level compliance.

A strong command of English and solid knowledge of Norwegian, verbal and written, is mandatory.

We are particularly interested in hearing from applicants from similar positions in international organizations, or within a similar field in insurance/finance/shipping.

ResponsibilitiesYour main responsibilities will be:

• Strategic alignment of global networks, contracts, due diligence and service levels;
• Group compliance;
• Managing internal audits;
• Implementation of a complaints-handling strategy to create value as well as mandatory reporting and quality follow through;
• Project participation within strategy projects and implementation of change/improvements.

Why Marine Benefits?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a recognized world-leading company, with opportunities for professional and personal growth in an exciting international environment. We offer competitive salary packages with excellent insurance, pension schemes and other employee benefits.

Interested? Want to apply?

If you have any questions about the position, please feel free to contact Charlotte Linge at charlotte.linge at marinebenefits.no or on +47 920 67 096. Register your interest by uploading your CV, diplomas, and application in our recruitment system.  All applications will be treated confidentially.