Legal Counsel - Commodity and oil trading

Legal Counsel - Commodity and oil tradingDubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 03/26/2026An international trading company operating across commodity and oil trading sectors, including agricultural products, raw materials, and petroleum products.The company is engaged in cross-border transactions, physical trading, and complex deal structuring, managing a full contractual chain across suppliers, buyers, logistics providers, and financial counterparties.Role OverviewWe are seeking a commercially driven Legal Counsel to support commodity and oil trading operations, with a strong focus on contracts, claims management, and legal support of trading transactions.The role will cover legal matters across trading deals, including contract structuring, dispute resolution, and risk mitigation in a fast-paced international environment.Key Responsibilities1. Contracting & Deal SupportDraft, review, and negotiate international trading contracts across commodities and oil tradingBuild and maintain the full contractual chain (suppliers, buyers, logistics providers, storage, inspectors)Support structuring of complex trading transactions, including prepayments and trade finance elementsAdvise on title transfer, risk allocation, and Incoterms applicationHandle claims and disputes (quality, delivery, delays, non-performance)Prepare and manage documentation packages for claimsSupport and manage arbitration / litigation processesWork with external legal counsel where requiredIdentify legal and commercial risks and propose mitigation strategiesAdvise on sanctions, regulatory, and compliance matters (including OFAC / price cap where applicable)Ensure compliance with applicable laws across jurisdictionsMonitor regulatory developments in commodity and oil trading4. Business PartneringAct as a legal advisor to trading, operations, and finance teamsProvide practical, commercially driven legal adviceSupport development of internal policies and proceduresRequirementsRequirementsLaw degreeQualified lawyer is an advantageProfessional Experience4-8+ years of legal experienceExperience in: Commodity trading (grains, agri, metals) and/or oil trading companies, ORLaw firms advising trading / oil & gas clientsExperience with international contracts and cross-border transactionsExposure to Russian-speaking markets is a strong advantageStrong contract drafting and negotiation skillsExperience in claims and dispute resolutionUnderstanding of: Incoterms, Trading structures and supply chains, Experience with GAFTA / FOSFA contracts (for agri commodities) is a plus, Knowledge of sanctions / compliance frameworks (OFAC, price cap) is highly desirableLanguages: Fluent Russian and English (mandatory)Competitive compensation and incentiveWorking hours - 9.00-18.00Medical Insurance30 calendar days of annual leaveOpportunity to grow together with the company#J-18808-Ljbffr