About the role

AI summarised

The Senior Contracts Advisor - Derivatives supports commercial teams by drafting and negotiating OTC Derivatives agreements while providing value-driven contractual advice to the business within Shell's global trading network.

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Key Responsibilities

Provide expert advice on standard and complex contractual arrangements, including framework agreements, ISDA, Delegated Reporting agreements, Broker agreements, and Service Level Agreements.
Advise on derivatives contractual arrangements ensuring compliance with regulatory and Shell mandated requirements.
Advise traders on the commercial and contractual risks associated with their business to ensure contracts are fit for purpose.
Negotiate standard and complex contracts accurately reflecting terms for the purchase and sale of OTC derivative transactions while maintaining compliance.
Prepare and negotiate trade confirmations as well as ad hoc agreements to facilitate new business and structured transactions.
Provide advice and assist in resolving contractual disputes with counterparties, liaising with various stakeholders.
Maintain awareness and advise on new business opportunities or changes in regulatory requirements.
Maintain an accurate record of current and ongoing negotiations for stakeholder visibility.

Requirements

Minimum of 6 years’ working experience in drafting, analysis, and negotiation of contracts related to the purchase and sale of OTC derivatives.
Expert knowledge of agreements associated with derivatives trading, including ISDA Agreements, CSA & VMCSA, Brokerage Agreements, and Master/long form agreements.
Expert knowledge of regulations applicable to derivatives trading activity.
Strong commercial mindset with effective negotiating skills.
Ability to manage expectations of various internal and external stakeholders.
Meticulous attention to detail, highly organized, and ability to prioritize workload under tight deadlines.
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers/stakeholders.