At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide strategic legal support for global commodity trading and shipping operations.
- Company: Join a leading multinational mining firm with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to work on high-value transactions.
- Other info: Opportunity to work with talented lawyers and manage key external stakeholder relationships.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a fast-paced international environment while advising on complex legal matters.
- Qualifications: 6+ PQE common law qualified lawyer with experience in commodity trading and strong negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 £ per year.
Ready to work at the heart of a global commodities business? My client is a multinational mining firm looking for an experienced legal professional to provide strategic legal support across its commodity trading and shipping operations, advising on complex, cross-border transactions in a fast-paced international environment.
What we’re looking for:
- Minimum of 6+ PQE common law qualified lawyer preferably with some in-house experience (ideally in commodity trading)
- Commodity trading, shipping or trade finance experience
- Strong negotiation and drafting experience, particularly in cross-border commodity trading agreements and associated financing instruments
- Familiarity with international legal instruments and trading standards (e.g. Incoterms, ScoTA, LME) and trade finance structures
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing legal advice to the commodity trading and shipping businesses in line with our strategy and values
- Understanding internal and external governance requirements and enabling assisting stakeholders in efficiently navigating them
- Working closely with a team of talented and experienced lawyers across the wider group legal function to consistently deliver pragmatic advice
- Managing relationships with key external stakeholders, including panel firms
This is a fantastic opportunity to partner with commercial teams, advise on high-value transactions across global markets, and join a collaborative legal team within one of the world's leading natural resources businesses.
Wanted: Commodities Trading and Shipping Lawyer employer: Taylor Root
At Taylor Root, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration in the heart of London. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development opportunities and a supportive environment where innovative legal solutions thrive. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values your expertise and encourages meaningful contributions to our exciting creative business.
