Join Our Team as a Group Legal Counsel at ABL Group

Are you a lawyer with experience and expertise in contracts and legal matters within the energy, offshore and marine industries and a strong understanding of Norwegian and international law? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join ABL Group as our Group Legal Counsel at the Stavanger, Bergen, Sandefjord or Oslo office.

This role offers a unique platform for you to thrive, grow, and make a meaningful contribution as a trusted legal counsel and advisor. You will play a pivotal role in supporting ABL Group companies to achieve their business objectives while collaborating with a dedicated and driven team committed to delivering excellence in all legal matters.

What you will be doing.

As our Group Legal Counsel, you will act as an in-house legal advisor, supporting ABL Group companies to deliver business plans ensuring the legality and careful review of commercial contracts and legal matters, and further advise our company on legal rights and duties. In addition, you will:

• Consult and handle/support corporate legal processes in the North Europe region (contracts, corporate, compliance, transactions/M&A etc).
• Oversee drafting, evaluation, negotiations and execution of contracts ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, and as required manage negotiations with third parties.
• Draft and review legal documents
• Work alongside business units in providing legal advice and services to support the operations, commercial and business development.
• Guide managers and ensure compliance with rules and regulations
• Claims handling
• Other duties as assigned, including support of other regions in the ABL Group as required.
• Dedicated leadership and commitment to QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, Environment).

This role will be based in Norway and the candidate must have a Norwegian law degree and minimum 5 years’ experience in a law firm and/or as inhouse counsel. Flexibility to working hours, willingness to travel and work within a variety of time zones.

What we are looking for.

To thrive in this role, you'll bring your expertise in law, preferably within the maritime, energy and offshore industries, along with a strong working knowledge of international legal frameworks. Your ability to navigate complex legal matters with precision, provide sound advice, and foster collaboration will be essential in supporting the business objectives of ABL Group. In addition, you will:

·        Hold a degree in Norwegian Law.

·        Possess knowledge of international law.

·        Be an experienced lawyer with demonstrated expertise.

·        Have experience in the Marine, Oil & Gas, Energy, and/or Renewables industries or related areas.

·        Demonstrate excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, both orally and in writing.

·        Excellent communication skills in English (working language).

·        Exhibit strong analytical abilities and keen attention to detail.

·        Show the ability to interact effectively at all levels within the organisation, both independently and as part of a team.

·        Be proactive, insightful, client-focused and resourceful.

What is in it for you?

As a member of our Legal team, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic group of legal specialists, working together to provide expert advice and strategic support. This is a unique opportunity for you to engage with key stakeholders, contribute to transformative initiatives, and play a vital role in planning and supporting ABL Group’s business objectives. Join us in driving innovation and making a meaningful impact as we continue to shape the future of our industry.

You can learn more about our team and what we do here: https://abl-group.com/

Join us and grow with us.

We will be conducting interviews continuously and reserve the right to take down the advert when we have found the right candidate. 

For your application to be taken into consideration, please be advised, that you must submit your application via the link provided on this page.

We look forward to receiving your application.