We are looking for a skilled Legal Counsel with deep experience in the commodities, oil, and gas sector to join our client's high-growth trading startup. This is a unique opportunity to shape the legal framework of a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. You'll work closely with trading, operations, and executive leadership to structure deals, manage risk, and guide the business through a complex regulatory landscape.Key ResponsibilitiesContract Negotiation & ManagementDraft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts: purchase/sale agreements, supply deals, transportation & logistics contractsFocus on transactions involving fuel oil, crude oil, and refined productsRegulatory & Compliance AdvisoryAdvise on relevant laws and industry regulations: sanctions, anti-corruption, environmental, and export controlWork with compliance teams to ensure operational and legal alignmentTransactional StructuringProvide legal input on structured deals including trade finance, hedging, JVs, and acquisitionsBalance legal risk with commercial drivers in deal executionRisk & Dispute ManagementIdentify legal risks across the trading lifecycle and develop mitigation strategiesManage or coordinate dispute resolution and litigation, including external counsel engagement when requiredStakeholder AlignmentAct as legal business partner to traders, risk managers, finance, operations, and complianceEnsure contracts and policies support broader strategic objectivesInternal Policy & TrainingHelp build legal processes and frameworks from the ground upDeliver internal training on legal and regulatory topics relevant to the businessCross-Border TransactionsOversee legal aspects of international trade and ensure compliance with sanctions regimes, customs laws, and import/export controls
