Legal Counsel (Commodities)

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD.

Full-time Other-General
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Location
singapore, singapore, Singapore
Posted
July 25, 2026

Job Description

Key Responsibilities
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including commodity sale and purchase contracts, service agreements, logistics contracts, and shipping documentation.
  • Provide legal support to Trading and Commercial teams on day-to-day transactions, contract negotiations, and legal risk management.
  • Advise on shipping, international trade, charter parties, cargo claims, Incoterms, and related legal matters.
  • Manage disputes, arbitration, litigation, and coordinate with external legal counsel when required.
  • Provide guidance on regulatory and compliance matters, including trade sanctions, anti-bribery and corruption (ABC), anti-money laundering (AML), and corporate governance.
  • Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the commodities trading industry and recommend appropriate actions.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver practical, commercially focused ...