Legal Consultant

PERSOLKELLY SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking an experienced Legal Consultant to provide legal advice on commodities trading. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 7 years of legal advisory experience, strong knowledge of international trade laws, and excellent negotiation skills. This position involves contract drafting, compliance assurance, and dispute resolution. The role offers a remuneration package of $17,000 plus additional benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 to 7 years of related experience in legal advisory roles, preferably in commodities trading.
• Strong understanding of international trade laws and contracts.
• Experience dealing with maritime law and trade finance instruments is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on all aspects of commodities trading.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations.
• Resolve legal disputes related to commodities trade transactions.

Skills

Legal advisory

Contract negotiation

Risk assessment

Compliance with regulations

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Law

Job description

Job title: Legal Consultant

Work Location: Anson Road

Remuneration: $17,000 + AWS + VB

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on all aspects of commodities trading, including contract drafting, negotiation, and risk assessment.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, sanctions, and local laws in various jurisdictions.
• Handle and resolve legal disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation related to commodities trade transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including sales contracts, purchase agreements, shipping documents, and financial instruments (e.g., Letters of Credit).
• Advise on customs regulations, tariffs, and import/export restrictions.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders such as sales, finance, and operations teams to mitigate legal risks.
• Monitor and interpret changes in trade laws, regulations, and industry trends that may impact the business.
• Support due diligence efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures in the commodities trading sector.
• Liaise with external law firms and regulatory bodies as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Law.
• Familiar with commodities trade related cases preferred
• 3 to 7 years of related experience in legal advisory roles, preferably in commodities trading or related industries.
• Strong understanding of international trade laws, contracts, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
• Experience dealing with maritime law, shipping disputes, and trade finance instruments is an advantage.
• Proven ability to negotiate complex contracts and resolve trade-related disputes.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural, and dynamic business environment.
• Called to Bar will be a huge advantage

How to apply

Interested candidates, please submit your curriculum vitae (CV) directly through the official PERSOLKELLY Singapore GO platform: sg.go.persolkelly.com/job/apply/12833

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