Legal Counsel - 6 Month Contract (Commodities)

Develop and execute a structured knowledge transfer plan, ensuring continuity of legal, compliance, and governance operations

Document critical processes, key contacts, ongoing legal and compliance matters

Review proposed long term staffing structure with team and provide report documenting suggestions that support cooperation, efficiency and potential programmatic growth of departments under review

Policy & Process Development

Review policies and procedures

Legal Advice and Guidance

Provide legal counsel on a variety of matters, including limited litigation support, contract review and negotiation, and regulatory compliance issues

Monitor ongoing litigation or disputes, supporting CEO in instruction of external counsel as necessary, and advising internal stakeholders on potential risks and strategies

Act as a trusted advisor to the Chief Executive, Board, and senior management, ensuring that legal and compliance considerations are communicated

External Communications & Training

Advise on the development and delivery of training materials, ensuring alignment with best practices and emerging market developments

Incident Oversight

Serve as the primary point of contact

Coordinate with internal stakeholders

Oversee external law firm engagements, managing budgets, deliverables, and quality of advice

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Qualified lawyer with a current practising certificate and with regulatory and corporate governance experience

Proven track record in legal drafting and negotiating complex contracts, rulebooks, and policy documents

Experience navigating UK and international regulatory frameworks, including competition law, sanctions, and other compliance regimes

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating complex legal concepts to diverse audiences

Knowledge of financial services industry desirable