DP World Express Logistics Private Limited

Assistant Manager - Trade Finance Compliance

DP World Express Logistics Private Limited
Mumbai/Bombay
Not disclosed
Work from OfficeWork from Office
Full TimeFull Time
Min. 2 yearsMin. 2 years

Job Description

Assistant Manager - Legal - Global Service Centre

About DP WorldTrade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life forpeople around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’spossible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse andprofessional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on sixcontinents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit forthe future. We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, MarineServices, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to createstronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systemsto automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sectortowards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.About DP World Global Service CentreDP World’s Global Service Centre (GSCs) are key enablers of growth delivering standardization, processexcellence and expertise, and automation in areas of Finance, Freight Forwarding, Marine Services,Engineering and Human Resources, helping accelerate DP World’s growth and business transformation.As we experience exponential growth, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. Discoveryour next role here and change what's possible for everyone! As an equal employer that recognizes andvalues diversity and an inclusive culture, we empower and up-skill our people with opportunities toperform at their best. Join us and be part of an amazing team that is transforming the future of worldtrade.PurposeAs part of its mission to be a global trade enabler, DP World seeks to offer a Trade Finance product toBCOs (Importers/Exporters) and transporters to ease their working capital crunch. DP World aims tohelp SMEs by making financing options available to reduce this working capital crunch.To this end, DP World established a company within the DIFC, called DP World Financial ServicesLimited (“DPWFS”), regulated by the DFSA, and is engaged in arranging and providing financingsolutions primarily for SMEs from partnering Financial Institutions. In addition, DPWFS has obtained itslicense to “Provide Credit” wherein the company will provide trade finance loans to exporters,importers and logistics companies from its own balance sheet. For these purposes, DPWFS is lookingfor a Legal Officer to join DPWFS’ Legal team.The role will be reporting to the Legal Director of DPWFS. The main purpose of the role is to supportthe Legal Director in managing all legal aspects of the business, draft and negotiate a wide range ofcommercial contracts. The incumbent’s scope of responsibilities will cover activities related to DPWFSas well as the wider trade finance initiatives of DP World globally.Designation: Assistant Manager - Legal - GSCBase Location: Navi MumbaiReporting to: Director LegalKey Role Responsibilities:Provide legal support and advice to the DP World’s trade finance business in respect of trade finance, logistics finance,inventory finance and trade service matters.Reviewing, drafting and negotiating trade financial documentation for a broad range of trade related transactions,including bilateral and syndicated trade related transactions, accounts receivables & payables financing, import/exportfinancing, draft discounting, and risk participation (funded & unfunded), commodities finance and trade servicetransactions.Providing legal support to DP World’s global trade finance business and new initiatives across various regions, including butnot limited to support in setting up companies, understanding and communicating legal landscape where DP World Financewill be marketed, anticipating and mitigating risks, handling communications with law firms and advisors, etc.Ensuring compliance with DP World’s internal policies, guidelines and procedures.Reporting and escalating matters on an ongoing and regular basis to the Legal Director; working closely and sharingknowledge with other members of the business and legal team.Liaising with colleagues in other departments (front office, operations, risk, credit, compliance) based in any region, i.e., theDP World’s head office and other locations.Assisting the relevant transactions/cases to ensure legal support and innovative solutions are provided in line withcompany policies and regulatory requirements.Conduct legal research and gather related legal information.Assemble, proofread and amend drafts of contracts, leases, licenses, policies and other legal documents.Monitor, study and develop written summaries of anticipated and endorsed legislation, regulations, court decisions,industry standards, trade journals and other relevant publications.Daily record keeping with electronic and physical filing of documents.Synthesize and organize information and create reference tools for easy use by the team.Serve as the primary point of contact for internal business teams seeking legal and regulatory support.Maintain and update databases and tracking systems.All-purpose administrative duties within the Legal department.Execute at speed while maintaining error free operations.Act as an ambassador for DP World at all times when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviours inharmony with DP World’s Principles, values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities;understanding and following DP World’s Code of Conduct and Ethics policies.Perform other related duties as assigned.The right candidate will be able to work under pressure, deal with high volumes of work and be highly dynamic and agile ina fast-growing trade finance business.Skills & Competencies:Knowledge of legal banking and finance, trade and commodity finance and trade services.Experience in cross-border matters and legal operations across multiple jurisdictions.Experience with financial services legal documentation.In-depth knowledge of financial services laws & regulations (including AML/ CTF) within the DIFC.The candidate must be extremely hands-on with strong attention to detail.Excellent English written and verbal communication skills; strong analytical, problem solving and organization skills.Solid drafting and negotiation skills.Adaptability and pragmatism; ability to manage an active caseload and prioritise effectively.Self-driven, results-oriented with a proven track record in legal & compliance mattersEducation & Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in law from a reputable University. Admission to a bar association would be a plus.Between 2 to 5 years of combined legal counsel experience at major international law firms, banks, financial institutions,multinational companies, FinTechs and/or in a Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs).

Experience Level

Mid Level

Job role

Work location
Work locationMumbai, Maharashtra, India
Department
DepartmentLegal & Regulatory
Role / Category
Role / CategoryBanking - Treasury & Forex
Employment type
Employment typeFull Time
Shift
ShiftDay Shift

Job requirements

Experience
ExperienceMin. 2 years

About company

Name
NameDP World Express Logistics Private Limited
Job posted by DP World Express Logistics Private Limited

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