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Legal Assistant - DurbanFull job descriptionLed by Rodolphe Saadxc3xa9, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Groups shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.RoleThis position plays a crucial role in maintaining comprehensive legal and cargo claims support. This position is ideal for candidates who are willing to expand their careers within the Maritime Sector .Responsibilities:Ensuring full cargo claims handling support for the Southern Africa ClusterEnsuring effective communication on claims matters to our global claims team on pre-claim and quantified cargo claim activities within stipulated turn-around timesLodging and facilitating Transnet Recoveries (Port and Rail)Lodging and handling third party claims (including raising of invoices)Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information related to legal matters and general claims mattersReviewing claims / legal submissions for discussion with Managing CounselLiaising with External Service Providers (including attorneys) on matter progression and feesProvide weekly updates and reports to Managing CounselAssisting Managing Counsel with daily tasksMaintaining Claims, Legal and Insurance SchedulesGeneral Legal Admin Support to the Managing CounselFacilitating communication with Insurance Brokers on renewals and claimsAssisting and attending to Compliance (POPI and other) RFIs and liaising with the various head office legal counterparts.Skills and QualificationsLLB Degree/Paralegal Qualification would be an added advantageExperience in maritime industry would be an added advantage+2 years' experience as a Paralegal / Legal Assistant / Claims AssistantProficient on Microsoft OfficePersonal AttributesAbility to work independently and under supervisionExcellent time management skillsExcellent attention to detail skillsExcellent communication skillsHonest and ethicalCome along on CMA CGMs adventure !

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