Commercial Advisor

Role OverviewThe Contracts Team provides a commercially driven service to support trading and supply activities across various business units. This role involves drafting bespoke contracts, negotiating terms, and offering commercial advice to maximize business value while mitigating risks.

The Commercial Advisor will play a critical role in supporting trading activities while collaborating with multi-functional teams to align business objectives.

1. Contract Drafting and NegotiationDraft, review, and negotiate bespoke contracts, including term deals, tenders, storage agreements, master agreements, and single trade agreements.Negotiate directly with counterparties to finalize contracts that maximize value and minimize risks.
   
2. Commercial AdvisoryProvide pre- and post-deal commercial advice to support business goals, including identifying areas for value creation and minimizing potential value leakage.Advise traders on contractual, commercial, and financial risks associated with deals.
   
3. Compliance and Risk MitigationEnsure all contracts comply with local policies, governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.Actively maintain awareness of regulatory changes that may impact contract processes and adapt accordingly.
   
4. Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with internal teams such as Finance, Credit, Legal, and Trading to develop commercial solutions.Provide support to various business units in drafting and negotiating ad hoc agreements to facilitate growth projects.
   
5. Training and DevelopmentParticipate in running contract workshops and training sessions as part of organizational development programs.Share knowledge with junior staff to build expertise in contract management and negotiation.
   
6. Problem SolvingResolve contractual disputes with counterparties in consultation with legal counsel.Offer creative solutions to ad hoc challenges in trading and supply contracts.
   

Key Requirements

• LLB (Hons) degree with at least 5+ years of experience in a law firm, in-house legal role, or a commercial/contractual position in the energy or shipping industry.
• Alternatively, a degree with 10+ years of experience in energy/commodity trading or contract administration.
• Experience in marine or logistics industries is advantageous but not mandatory.

Skills:

• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to manage diverse stakeholder expectations.
• Expertise in drafting bespoke contracts tailored to business needs.
• Attention to detail, ensuring contracts accurately reflect agreed terms.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to deliver tangible business value.

• Flexible, collaborative, and capable of working both independently and within a team.
• Effective time management with the ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders.

• Working Mode: Hybrid (2 days in office, 3 days from home).
• Contract Duration: 8 months with potential for extension.
• Interview Mode: Virtual.

This role suits candidates who can deliver high-quality contract drafting and negotiation while collaborating across functional teams to support the business's commercial goals.