Legal Specialist | Trading & Shipping

Contract & Legal Specialist | Trading & Shipping | Jobs in Dubai

Job Openings Contract & Legal Specialist | Trading & Shipping | Jobs in Dubai

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Commodity Trading / Legal & Contracts
Reports to: Director of Legal Department

A leading commodity trading firm in Dubai is seeking a Contract Specialist to support the Legal Department in managing contract negotiations, drafting, and contract compliance
. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in contract management, and legal documentation
.

This role requires a detail-oriented professional with experience in contract law and commodity trading agreements
, ensuring that all contracts align with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Draft, review, and negotiate commodity trading contracts, sales agreements, and shipping documents
  .
• Ensure contracts align with company policies, trading regulations, and industry standards
  .
• Assist in contract execution and resolve contractual discrepancies in collaboration with internal teams.

• Work closely with the Legal Department to ensure compliance with international trade laws and UAE regulations
  .
• Support the interpretation and application of legal clauses related to commodity trading contracts.
• Monitor and advise on risk mitigation strategies related to contracts and trade deals.

• Assist with contract execution for commodity trading, logistics, and shipping operations.
• Coordinate with traders, legal counsel, and shipping teams to ensure smooth contract fulfillment.
• Review and verify incoterms, shipping terms, payment terms, and delivery schedules
  .

• Maintain and update contract templates, legal databases, and trading documentation
  .
• Ensure proper record-keeping of executed contracts and amendments.
• Prepare reports on contract performance, legal risks, and compliance issues
  .

• Minimum 2 years of experience in commodity trading
  , with at least 1 year in contract management, legal affairs, or commodity shipping operations
  .
• Experience handling trading contracts, shipping agreements, and risk assessments in a fast-paced trading environment.

• Bachelors degree in Law, Business Administration, International Trade, or a related field Required.
• Legal certification or specialization in contract law or trade regulations is an advantage.
• Knowledge of contract law, commodity trading agreements, and shipping operations
  .
• Excellent attention to detail and contract negotiation skills
  .
• Ability to analyze risks and ensure regulatory compliance in commodity trading.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple contracts.
• Proficiency in legal documentation, trade regulations, and contract management software
  .
• Fluency in English is required; additional languages such as Arabic or Russian are a plus.

• Competitive tax-free salary in Dubai.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and paid leave
  .
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
  .
• Exposure to international commodity trading markets
  .

• Contract Administrator (Trading & Shipping)
• Legal & Compliance Specialist Commodities
• Trading Contracts Executive
• Trade Operations & Contracts Coordinator
• Risk & Compliance Contracts Officer

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