Executive Director, EMEA Commodities Legal Counsel

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Greater London is seeking an Executive Director to join its Markets Legal team as EMEA Commodities Counsel.

The role requires a senior lawyer with extensive PQE in commodities derivatives and trading, providing strategic legal support across energy, metals, and emissions markets. The candidate will lead negotiations of derivatives and financing transactions, oversee EFET documentation, advise on regulatory matters, and ensure alignment with global risk controls.

Qualifications

• Senior lawyer with 10+ years PQE in commodities trading or finance.
• Experience advising on derivatives and structured financing.
• Strong regulatory and negotiating skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal support to the EMEA commodities business in Markets.
• Advise on complex regulatory matters affecting trading and operations.
• Lead structuring and negotiation of derivatives and financing transactions, including EFET documents.

Skills

Commodities derivatives

PQE 10+ years

Legal risk assessment

Job description

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Greater London is seeking an Executive Director to join its Markets Legal team as EMEA Commodities Counsel.

The role requires a senior lawyer with extensive PQE in commodities derivatives and trading, providing strategic legal support across energy, metals, and emissions markets. The candidate will lead negotiations of derivatives and financing transactions, oversee EFET documentation, advise on regulatory matters, and ensure alignment with global risk controls.