Legal Specialist -Trade Finance

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global commodity firm seeks an experienced Commodity Lawyer to join their team in London. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in commodity trade finance, contract law, and risk mitigation. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating agreements, providing legal advice, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This is a great opportunity for someone with a solid background in commodity trading and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience focusing on commodity trade finance.
• In-depth knowledge of commodities contracts (physical and derivatives).
• Prior in-house experience with a commodity major or trading house preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commodity trading agreements.
• Provide legal advice on commodity trade finance structures.
• Advise on credit insurance policies and other risk mitigation tools.

Skills

Commodity trade finance

Contractual structuring

Risk mitigation instruments

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

LLB or equivalent legal qualification

Job description

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We are seeking an experienced Commodity Lawyer with 5+ years of strong legal experience in the commodities space, specifically in commodity trade finance, contractual structuring, and risk mitigation instruments. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in commodity trading, preferably with a leading global commodity house or trading firm.

Key Responsibilities:-

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commodity trading agreements, including:
• Offtake Agreements
• Storage and Tolling Agreements
• Shipping Contracts and Marine Insurance
• Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
• Provide legal advice on commodity trade finance structures, including letters of credit, performance guarantees, and credit facilities.
• Advise on credit insurance policies, marine insurance, and other risk mitigation tools.
• Work closely with traders, risk teams, compliance, and finance to ensure deals are legally sound and commercially viable.
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and implications affecting international commodity trading.
• Support and manage external counsel as required in multiple jurisdictions.
• Assist in handling disputes or claims relating to commodity contracts or logistics.

Key Requirements:

• LLB or equivalent legal qualification from a recognized institution; UK legal qualification preferred.
• 5+ years of post-qualification experience, with a strong focus on commodity trade finance and contract law.
• In-depth knowledge of:
• Commodities contracts (physical and derivatives)
• Marine and credit insurance
• International trade and financing mechanisms
• Prior in-house experience with a commodity major or trading house strongly preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and drafting skills.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, international, and multicultural environment.