OverviewThe Candidate will collaborate on the development and lead on the delivery of a comprehensive global compliance strategy across physical and financial commodity trading. They will oversee trading compliance, financial crime prevention and conduct across multiple jurisdictions. The role will require strong collaboration with the General Counsel, ESG teams in respect of sustainability regulation, as well as internal audit and other key teams around the Group. This role demands a candidate who is adept at aligning rigorous regulatory adherence with business strategy in a dynamic, cross-border environment. This role will require some international travel.

ResponsibilitiesTrading and Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with EMIR, MiFID II, MAR regarding derivatives, options, and OTC trades.

Oversee transaction reporting and regulatory interactions.

Monitor and manage interactions with brokers, Exchanges and Regulators

Maintain and evolve frameworks for AML, sanctions, anti-bribery/corruption, fraud, and modern slavery risk.

Liaise with legal teams and external bodies on investigations or breaches.

Run global whistleblowing, investigations and remediation programs.

Data Privacy and Protection

Champion GDPR and global data privacy obligations, including cross-border data handling and counterparty due diligence.

Sustainability and Corporate Due Diligence

Be a key player in the implementation of CSRD, CSDDD, and EUDR frameworks.

Collaborate with sustainability leads to align due diligence and reporting.

Leadership and Culture

Spearhead a compliance program globally, fostering a values-led, accountable culture.

Report regularly to the General Counsel, ESG and Audit Committees.

Deliver bespoke training covering all topics.

Drafting policies, maintaining policies for regulatory evolution.

Qualifications

At least 7 years in compliance or legal roles (at least 4 years in-house), ideally in commodities trading or financial services.

Qualified lawyer (in any jurisdiction) with strong knowledge of derivatives-related regulations.

Experience managing cross-border teams and regulatory relationships, with solid understanding of EU regulations and ESG frameworks such as CSRD, CSDDD and EUDR.

Working knowledge of financial crime law and data protection, and familiarity with AML/Sanctions/KYC platforms such as LexisNexis Bridger.

Details

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Legal and Business Development

Industries: International Trade and Development, Financial Services, and Transportation, Logistics, Storage

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