Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Law, Legal, or a related field, with a Master's degree or professional qualification being an advantage. A minimum of 7 years of experience in trading, operations, or legal functions within a trading company is required, with at least 4 years specifically in contracts management. Proficiency in legal and contracts, Incoterms, tax, and regulation is essential, alongside practical knowledge of finance (credit, cost control, treasury) and trading operations.
Description
About the Job ADNOC Trading Limited (AT) is seeking an ambitious and motivated Trading Contracts Manager to join its Legal, Compliance & Contracts team of 11 in Abu Dhabi.This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing international energy trading company and be part of its long-term success.ADNOC Trading LimitedIncorporated in the Abu Dhabi Global Market, Abu Dhabi's international financial centre, AT commenced commercial operations in December 2020 and currently trades crude oil, LNG, sulphur and emissions. It plans to expand the range of products its trades over time as well as extend its geographical expansion by opening offices overseas (Singapore and Geneva are to commence trading operations by end of 2024, Houston will be following in the near future.The RoleThe Trading Contracts Manager serves as a central point of contact for trading contractual matters drafting, evaluation, negotiation, and execution—and ensures agreements accurately reflect terms agreed by trading and comply with company policy and control frameworks.Key Responsibilities:Draft, review, and approve sales and purchase confirmations, amendments, and counters, ensuring accuracy and consistency with system entries.Ensure all agreements comply with AT/ADNOC policies (compliance language, law, jurisdiction, confidentiality, sovereign immunity).Highlight and report any deviations or breaches to AT General Counsel and Head of Trading.Support Front Office and other functions in resolving contractual disputes and negotiating complex agreements (term deals, tenders, storage agreements, master/side letters).Review third-party terms and negotiate amendments to minimize exposure and ensure compliance.Act as gatekeeper for contract clauses and templates in the clause database.Maintain accurate records of all confirmations and contracts in line with AT/ADNOC policy.Job SpecificationsEducation:Bachelor's degree in law, Legal, or related fieldMaster's degree or professional qualification is an advantageExperience:7+ years in trading, operations, or legal functions of a trading company4+ years in contracts management, preferably in a similar roleKnowledge:Advanced in Legal & Contracts (Law, Incoterms, Tax, Regulation)Advanced in Trading OperationsPractical in Finance (Credit, Cost Control, Treasury)Practical in Trading