• Global impact, complex cross border challenges
• Join one of the world's largest commodity trading firms

About Our Client

Our client is an international leading player in commodities, they are seeking a highly skilled and commercially astute Legal Counsel to join their legal team in Singapore.

This role supports a dynamic and fast-paced environment, providing legal guidance across a broad range of matters related to global commodities trading, logistics, and corporate operations.

Job Description

• This role reports to the Global Head of Ops and Legal, based overseas.
• Provide legal advice and support on physical commodities trading (energy, metals and/or agricultural products), including contracts, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including sale and purchase contracts, charter parties, storage agreements, and service contracts.
• Advise on corporate governance, joint ventures, M&A, and other strategic transactions.
• Support dispute resolution and litigation matters, including coordination with external counsel.
• Monitor and interpret relevant laws and regulations across jurisdictions, particularly in Asia-Pacific.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including trading, compliance, finance, and operations teams to ensure legal risks are identified and mitigated.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of legal policies, templates, and training programs.

The Successful Applicant

• Admission to the Singapore bar, alongside an LLB (Honours) degree from a well-regarded university.
• Qualified lawyer with at least 8 years of post-qualification experience, ideally gained in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house within the commodities, energy, or shipping sectors.
• Strong knowledge of international trade law, contract law, and regulatory frameworks relevant to commodities trading.
• Experience working across multiple jurisdictions, particularly in Asia-Pacific.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercial mindset with a pragmatic approach to legal problem-solving.

What's on Offer

A dynamic in-house role with exposure to the international resource development and commodity trading sectors, offering opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a stable environment.

Contact

Celeste Goh (Lic No: R1104095 / EA no:18S9099)

Quote job ref

JN-042025-6728172

Phone number

+65 6416 9872

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