Interim Legal Counsel – Energy & Commodities Trading

We are partnering with a leading global energy trading business to secure an experienced Interim Legal Counsel for a high-impact, business-critical contract role.

This position sits directly on the pulse of the trading floor, supporting the commercial desks with UK and European gas, power, and environmental commodities trading. If you are an adaptable, commercial lawyer who thrives in a fast-paced market environment and enjoys immediate autonomy, this is an exceptional assignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute Trading Frameworks: Take full ownership of drafting, structuring, and closing master trading documentation with global counterparties, covering both physical asset delivery and financial hedging.
• Commercial Support: Act as a trusted legal partner to the trading desks, providing real-time, pragmatic advice on complex transactions, deal structures, and cross-border commercial initi...