Location: Position can sit out of Houston, TX OR New York (3 days in office, 2 days remote)
A prominent financial services organization is seeking a seasoned legal professional to join its team at the SVP Level. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee and guide the organization's legal functions related to commodities trading and derivatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide expert legal counsel on all aspects of commodities trading, including structuring, negotiation, and regulatory compliance.
Advise on derivatives products, trading strategies, and associated legal frameworks.
Advise on the legal risks, structures, and solutions associated with complex transactions in energy, metals, and agricultural products
Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant regulations, including those enforced by the CFTC, SEC, and other regulatory bodies.
Lead the development, negotiation, and drafting of commodity-related agreements, including ISDA agreements, master agreements, trading documentation, and related contracts.
Collaborate with senior executives to provide strategic legal guidance for the firm's trading operations and initiatives.
Qualifications:
J.D. (Juris Doctor) or equivalent legal degree from a recognized law school.
Minimum of 4+ years of experience in commodities law, derivatives, and trading, either at a top-tier law firm or a financial institution, with exposure to a wide variety of commodities (e.g., energy, metals, agricultural products).
Strong understanding of commodities markets, derivatives products, and financial trading operations.
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with the ability to structure complex agreements and mitigate legal risks effectively.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to present complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment while managing competing priorities.