Description:

Context and environment
Why join us:
  • Be part of a fast-moving, highly competitive global trading environment where your legal insights directly influence business outcomes.
  • Collaborate with a diverse, international team of industry leaders.
  • Gain deep exposure to volatile energy markets and cutting-edge trading strategies.
  • Enjoy a responsive, agile culture that values ​​initiative, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.

What You'll Do:
As Lead Legal Counsel, you'll be at the heart of our trading and business development activities in the Americas, providing strategic legal guidance that drives commercial success. You will:
  • Advise senior leadership, traders, and developers on legal and regulatory matters across crude oil, refined products, and midstream operations.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements in support of trading and infrastructure initiatives.
  • Ensure legal integrity of trade execution, including compliance with US regulations such as the Jones Act.
  • Lead legal strategy for pre-litigation and dispute resolution.
  • Structure and negotiate new ventures, structured finance, and project development deals.
  • Oversee corporate governance across An Oil & Energy Company

Candidate Profile:
What Sets You Apart:
  • JD . degree with 8+ years of legal experience in the oil & gas sector.
  • Deep understanding of trading contracts, logistics, shipping, and risk management.
  • Expertise in US commodities regulations, maritime law, and corporate governance.
  • Proven ability to work autonomously and deliver timely, actionable legal solutions in a dynamic trading environment.
  • Strong communication skills and a service-oriented mindset.