Legal Specialist -Trade Finance in London Area

Job description

Job Summary:

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:
• Sale & Purchase Agreements
• 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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

14-08-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English