Commodities Law Trainee: SQE Support, Study Leave

HOLMAN FENWICK WILLAN SINGAPORE LLP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HOLMAN FENWICK WILLAN SINGAPORE LLP is seeking a qualified Singapore solicitor with a strong interest in commodities to join our Commodities practice. The role offers exposure to cross-border transactions, structured derivatives and carbon finance, with mentorship from leading specialists and support through the SQE.

You will work on a broad range of transactions alongside top lawyers, while developing a focused practice in commodities and trade on a global stage.

Qualifications

• Recently qualified or soon-to-be qualified Singapore solicitor with strong academic record.
• Minimum 2:1 degree.
• Interest in commodities, structured finance, derivatives and commodity finance transactions.
• Strong drafting, research and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and good practical case-handling skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Efficient, organised and able to demonstrate excellent time management skills.
• A team player with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident, willing to learn and take ownership of assigned tasks, while recognising when to seek support and guidance.
• Personable and able to communicate comfortably with colleagues and clients.

Responsibilities

• Work on a broad range of commodity and climate related transactions, including structured derivative transactions and carbon finance transactions.
• Draft and review cross-border deal documents for commodities work.
• Collaborate with market-leading lawyers and teams across Asia and internationally.
• Contribute to the development of a specialist practice within Commodities and related sectors.

Skills

Strong drafting

Research skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Commercial awareness

Team player

Work under pressure

Written and verbal communication

Ownership and initiative

Education

Minimum 2:1 degree

Job description

HOLMAN FENWICK WILLAN SINGAPORE LLP is seeking a qualified Singapore solicitor with a strong interest in commodities to join our Commodities practice. The role offers exposure to cross-border transactions, structured derivatives and carbon finance, with mentorship from leading specialists and support through the SQE.

You will work on a broad range of transactions alongside top lawyers, while developing a focused practice in commodities and trade on a global stage.