Senior Legal Counsel - Energy Trading
Are you looking for a challenging and highly interesting role with an expanding global organisation?
In this position you will play a key role in our Legal Team and act as the champion of all legal matters related to the Company’s trading activities.
How will I spend my time in this role?
- Responsibility for the legal review of all contracts and agreements from the Trading Group;
- Ownership of the external communication and liaison with external legal firms for all the Company’s Trading related legal matters;
- Ownership of the establishment and maintenance of the legal policy, framework and guidelines required to oversee and mitigate the legal risk in relation to the Company’s trading business activities;
- Responsibility for identifying the key legal risks the Company is facing in its Trading activities;
- Ownership of conducting the legal review and preparing the legal opinion when legal disputes occur with external parties;
- Responsibility for coaching and performance management of all staff and advisers associated with the Trading Group’s legal matters;
- Responsibility for the development and training of all staff and advisers associated with the Trading Group’s legal matters.
What skills/experience do I need to be successful?
- Experience in the UK or European energy sector;
- A collaborative approach and strong relationship building skills.
What sets us apart?
- Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.
- Flexible Working: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work-life balance, recognizing that your well-being matters. Find out more here.
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.

What does hybrid working mean to us?
Hybrid working typically means 2 days in the office location listed on this advert and 3 days working at home each week. Some occasional travel to our other offices may be required.
What happens next?
Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face-to-face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.
Ready to join us on our journey to digitise, decarbonise, and localize the future of energy? Apply now.
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- Department
- Legal
- Locations
- SmartestEnergy Limited - London office - Canary Wharf
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Remote Status
- Fully Remote

Senior Legal Counsel - Energy Trading
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