Litigation | Global Commodity Trading Business

We are hiring a Legal Counsel for a leading global commodity trading organisation. While

the company operates across multiple international markets, the selected candidate will be based in Mumbai and will play a key role in supporting the company's legal function in India.This is an excellent opportunity for experienced litigation lawyers to work on high-value commercial disputes, regulatory matters, cross-border legal issues, and strategic legal advisory while working closely with the Head – Legal.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the company's litigation portfolio across commercial, civil, regulatory, criminal, and arbitration matters.


• Coordinate with external counsel and oversee litigation strategy, filings, hearings, and dispute resolution.


• Advise internal stakeholders on litigation risks and regulatory matters.


• Handle legal notices, settlement discussions, and pre-litigation advisory.


• Review pleadings, legal documentation, and regulatory communications.


• Support the business on commercial contracts and transactional documentation, wherever required.


• Work closely with business, compliance, finance, and other internal stakeholders to mitigate legal risks.

Candidate Profile

• LL.B. from a recognised university.


• 8–10 years of post-qualification experience with a strong litigation background.


• Experience in commercial litigation, arbitration, or regulatory disputes.


• Exposure to drafting, reviewing, or negotiating commercial contracts will be an added advantage.


• Strong drafting, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.


• Ability to independently manage complex legal matters in a fast-paced business environment.

Preferred Exposure

• Commercial litigation and dispute resolution.


• Arbitration and regulatory proceedings.


• Drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts.


• Exposure to matters involving commodity trading, energy, shipping, logistics, trade finance, or cross-border commercial transactions will be an added advantage.

Preferred Candidates