Assistant Manager Legal

About the Job

Are you a commercially astute legal professional ready to make your mark in the dynamic oil & gas and marine industry? Join our in-house Legal team in Mumbai and play a pivotal role in supporting high-value international projects, cross-border transactions, and global business operations.

About Us

OCS Services is a seasoned player in the oil and gas industry, delivering world-class services across offshore and onshore operations. As a joint venture between Planet Energy and BW Offshore, we specialize in Operations & Maintenance, Asset Integrity Management, and Integrated Crew Management. With operations spanning Singapore, India, UAE, Brazil, Côte d’Ivoire, and Nigeria, we are strategically positioned to support energy production safely, sustainably, and reliably.

At OCS, we’re guided by four core values that define everything we do – trust, driven, care and innovation.

Learn more at: www.ocs.services

Join Us!

Assistant Manager – Legal

What You Will Do

In this role, you will:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of domestic and international contracts, including service agreements, framework agreements, charter party agreements, MOUs, and consultancy contracts.
• Provide legal support for complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions and global business operations.
• Advise internal stakeholders on contract risks, dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, and legal strategy.
• Liaise with external counsel on international legal issues, disputes, and arbitration matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft internal legal opinions, policy recommendations, and compliance guidance.
• Develop contract templates and legal workflows aligned with international standards.
• Stay updated on legal and regulatory developments (domestic and global) impacting the energy and marine sectors.
• Mentor junior members of the legal team as required.

What We Are Looking For

• Law degree with

  5–8 years of relevant experience

  , preferably in an in-house legal department of a large, diversified organization.
• Strong expertise in

  cross-border contracts

  , international business transactions, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience supporting businesses in the

  oil & gas, energy, or marine sectors

  is highly desirable.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leadership, global clients, and external counsel.
• Commercially savvy with strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders across geographies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with fluency in English.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal risk and business priorities.

What You Can Expect

• To be part of a high-performing team that partners closely with global operations and leadership.
• Exposure to high-value, cross-border transactions and regulatory matters.
• A platform to grow your legal career within the global oil & gas and marine sector.
• An inclusive, collaborative workplace that values trust, innovation, and professional growth.

If you are ready to leverage your legal expertise to shape global business outcomes, we want to hear from you. Apply now and become a vital part of offshore innovation at OCS Services