Legal Assistant

Company: Clarion Shipping Services
Location: Kochi, Kerala, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Legal
Reporting To: Head of Legal & Compliance
About Clarion Shipping Services
Clarion Shipping Services is a global logistics and supply chain company providing freight forwarding, customs clearance, warehousing, e-commerce fulfillment, distribution, project logistics, and related supply chain solutions across multiple markets.
As Clarion continues to expand its operations, we are looking for a Legal Assistant – Contracts & Commercial to support the business in reviewing, managing, and coordinating commercial contracts and legal documentation.
Job Purpose
The Legal Assistant will primarily be responsible for reviewing commercial contracts, identifying potential legal and commercial risks, and supporting the management team in contract negotiations and documentation.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.) and a strong understanding of commercial contracts. Experience in logistics, shipping, freight forwarding, supply chain, or other B2B industries will be an advantage.
Key Responsibilities
1. Contract Review & Analysis
Review commercial contracts, service agreements, vendor agreements, customer agreements, NDAs, MOUs, and other legal documents.
Identify key contractual risks, obligations, liabilities, and unfavorable terms.
Review clauses relating to:
Liability and indemnity
Limitation of liability
Payment terms
Termination
Service levels and penalties
Insurance
Confidentiality
Dispute resolution
Governing law and jurisdiction
Force majeure
Data protection and confidentiality
Prepare clear summaries of contracts and highlight clauses requiring management attention.
Compare contract drafts and identify changes between different versions.
2. Commercial & Legal Support
Assist management and commercial teams with legal and contractual matters.
Provide practical comments and recommendations on contractual provisions.
Support contract negotiations by identifying areas of risk and proposing alternative wording where appropriate.
Coordinate with external lawyers and legal advisors when specialist legal advice is required.
Assist in responding to contractual claims, notices, and disputes.
3. Contract Management
Maintain an organized database of contracts and legal documents.
Track contract expiry dates, renewal dates, notice periods, and key contractual obligations.
Ensure executed contracts are properly stored and accessible.
Maintain contract templates and support periodic reviews and updates.
Develop and maintain contract review checklists and standard processes.
4. Legal Research
Conduct legal research on matters relevant to Clarion’s operations.
Research applicable laws, regulations, and contractual principles when required.
Assist in preparing legal notes, summaries, and internal reports for management.
Monitor relevant changes in commercial and business laws that may impact the company.
5. Internal Coordination
Work closely with the Commercial, Sales, Operations, Finance, HR, and Management teams to understand contractual requirements.
Ensure commercial teams understand key contractual obligations and risks.
Assist in developing standard contractual templates and clauses for recurring business requirements.
Support the implementation of appropriate contract approval procedures.
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.) – Mandatory.
1–3 years of relevant experience in contract review, commercial law, legal administration, or a corporate legal environment.
Strong understanding of commercial contracts and legal terminology.
Good knowledge of contract drafting and interpretation.
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify contractual risks.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong research and analytical abilities.
Ability to understand business requirements and translate legal issues into practical recommendations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
Strong organizational and document-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in any of the following industries will be an advantage:
Logistics and freight forwarding
Shipping and maritime
E-commerce and fulfillment
Warehousing and distribution
Supply chain
International trade
Transportation
B2B services
Knowledge of international commercial contracts, Incoterms, logistics contracts, and cross-border transactions will be an added advantage.
Key Competencies
Contractual and legal acumen
Commercial awareness
Attention to detail
Risk identification
Analytical thinking
Negotiation support
Communication skills
Confidentiality and professional integrity
Time management
Ability to work independently
Ability to work with multiple departments and stakeholders
What We Offer
Opportunity to work with a growing international logistics and supply chain company.
Exposure to international commercial contracts and cross-border business operations.
Opportunity to work closely with senior management and commercial teams.
Career growth within Clarion’s expanding global operations.
Exposure to a diverse range of logistics, e-commerce, freight forwarding, and supply chain projects.
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