Legal Counsel

4 weeks ago

Singapore Space Executive Full time
Legal Counsel (5 to 8 PQE) - Global Commodities Trading CompanyLegal Counsel (5 to 8 PQE) - Global Commodities Trading Company

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Recruiting the world's best Legal & Compliance talents- ecchua@space-exec.com

We are partnering with a leading global commodities trading company to appoint a Legal Counsel to join their well-regarded legal team. Reporting to the APAC Head of Legal, this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute and internationally trained lawyer to play a critical role in a fast-paced, cross-border environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Advise on and manage litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution matters across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Provide legal support on a broad range of commercial matters related to the global commodities trading business, including trade execution, risk management, and counterparties.
  • Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts including supply agreements, charterparty arrangements, and other trade-related documents.
  • Support internal investigations and compliance matters, working closely with stakeholders across APAC and global offices.
  • Work closely with external counsel to manage case strategy, cost, and risk.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of post-qualification experience, with a strong foundation in international dispute resolution gained from a reputable international law firm.
  • Solid experience in litigation and arbitration involving complex cross-border commercial matters.
  • Exposure to commodities, energy, or shipping-related legal work is a plus, but we are not looking for a marine/shipping specialist
  • Strong commercial acumen and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to provide clear, pragmatic legal advice to business teams.

What We Offer

  • A collaborative and high-performing team environment.
  • Diverse and international scope of work with exposure to high-value transactions and disputes.
  • Competitive compensation and global mobility opportunities within a leading industry player.
  • Relocation support to Singapore available for suitable international candidates.
Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionLegal
  • IndustriesOil, Gas, and Mining

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