Legal Specialist -Trade Finance

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Commodity Lawyer. You will draft and negotiate agreements while providing legal advice on commodity trade finance structures. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and knowledge in commodities contracts and risk mitigation. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience focusing on commodity trade finance and contract law.
• In-depth knowledge of commodities contracts (physical and derivatives).
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Negotiation

Contract law

Communication

Drafting

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.