Apprenticeship - Global Legal Counsel

Leading the team led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group is a global leader in shipping and logistics, serving more than 420 ports around the world across five continents. Through its subsidiaries CEVA Logistics and CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the Group continually innovates to offer customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping and pioneering 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 operates in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response, mobilizing its shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies worldwide.

Present in 160 countries through a network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseille where its head office is located.

Apprenticeship – Global Legal Counsel

Are you looking for a rewarding apprenticeship within a global group, in a dynamic and multicultural environment? Join the Corporate team of the Legal Department at CMA CGM Group and gain a unique experience working on a wide range of legal matters across France and more than 160 countries. We are looking for a passionate and ambitious apprentice to actively contribute to our strategic projects.

YOUR ROLE

You will support the Regulatory team across a broad and diverse scope that includes decarbonization, biodiversity, safety, and security.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Identifying applicable legal requirements and standards for the Group’s vessels, including international regulations (International Maritime Organization, International Labour Organization), as well as local regulations, flag state requirements, and classification societies (e.g. Bureau Veritas, DNV).
• Analyzing applicable regulations and maintaining up‑to‑date regulatory summaries to effectively support operational teams responsible for implementation.
• Contributing to the anticipation of new regulations and regulatory developments by supporting the definition of the Group’s positions (coordination, drafting, and consolidation). Preparing and monitoring committees and sub‑committees of the International Maritime Organization.
• Participating in the follow‑up of interactions with professional organizations (e.g. Armateurs de France, World Shipping Council).
• Monitoring and updating procedures, methodologies, and tools related to regulatory compliance.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• You are currently pursuing or have completed a Master’s degree (Master 2 / Bac+5) in Maritime and Transport Law, or have a background in Political Science.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken); any other language is an asset.
• Comfortable with digital tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Copilot).
• Analytical and synthesis skills, strong writing abilities, and a sense of organization and teamwork.
• Curiosity, commitment, and initiative are your driving forces.