What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Counsel position at OOCL USA Inc?
MUST be onsite (no relocation package): 10913 S River Front Pkwy, South Jordan, UT 84095
Office Hours: 8:30AM-5PM
The Role: OOCL (Orient Overseas Container Line) is looking for a skilled attorney to play a key role in shaping and strengthening the Legal function for our North America operations. This is a fully onsite role based in South Jordan, Utah. OOCL operates with an in‑office leadership model, with all employees—from executive leadership through junior‑level roles—working onsite to support collaboration, mentorship, and decision‑making.
This is a high‑visibility, strategic position where you will advise leadership, influence corporate decision‑making, and partner with both U.S. teams and our global headquarters in Hong Kong. If you enjoy complex commercial work, regulatory challenges, and cross‑border collaboration, this role offers an exciting blend of all three.
Experience with FMC (Federal Maritime Commission) regulations or maritime matters is a plus — but not required. Our North America Group (NAG) leader will provide support in these areas.
The Department: The Attorney will be a part of the Risk & Compliance (R&C) department, which includes three specialized branches: Risk Management, Regulatory & Claims, and Legal.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Legal & Compliance
- Serve as a trusted advisor to OOCL North America Group companies
- Guide management on compliance with maritime and government regulations
- Liaise with FMC (Federal Maritime Commission) and CBP (Customs & Border Protection) for C-TPAT (Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) certification, including ongoing communication with regulators
- Partner with external counsel on litigation and coordinate with corporate headquarters in Hong Kong as needed
- Represent OOCL in legal proceedings, including court cases and arbitration
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
Commercial Contracts
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, including service agreements and vendor/supplier contracts
- Lead customer boilerplate reviews and negotiations
Risk Management & Issue Prevention
- Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks across business operations
- Evaluate legal claims and disputes and recommend resolution strategies
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Active license in at least one US jurisdiction
- At least 4 years practicing law
- Strong background in drafting and negotiating complex agreements
- Experience with claims, dispute resolution, and regulatory enforcement
- Strong understanding of corporate law and regulatory frameworks
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
- Comfortable using legal technology and other tools
Preferred Skills:
- Familiarity with international conventions and treaties
- Experience with federal and state regulations, maritime law, or global legal matters
Who is OOCL? OOCL (Orient Overseas Container Line) is one of the world’s leading ocean container transport and logistics companies, operating a global network that keeps supply chains moving across every major trade lane. Our culture is grounded in our core values — People People People, Community Responsibility, Customer Focus, and Excellence Through Quality — and we’re committed to empowering our teams to make a meaningful impact in global trade.
Why Join OOCL? We offer a safe, friendly, and business-casual office environment along with outstanding benefits for full-time employees:
- Medical & Dental: 100% company-paid
- Vision coverage option
- 401(k) Retirement Plan Pension Plan
- Generous PTO & Paid Sick Time, and Personal Days
- Paid Major Holidays
- Tuition Assistance (after 12 months)
- Employee Assistance Program
All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
OOCL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. OOCL does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. For more information, we encourage you to visit us at www.oocl.com.