aramco · 2 weeks ago
Sr Counsel - Regulatory Trade Compliance (1820)
Greater Houston
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expAramco Trading Americas (ATA) is seeking to hire a Senior Counsel with expertise in Regulatory Trade Compliance. The successful candidate will support ATA’s commercial business and provide expert-level regulatory advice for domestic and international commodities and derivatives trading activities.
ChemicalEnergyOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Provide advice and counsel on a range of trade compliance issues, including:
Requirements of the CFTC, FERC, DOE, FTC, Texas P.U.C and various other federal and state government agencies, knowledge of MIFD II, EMIR, MAR would be a plus
Exchange Activity Compliance (e.g. - CME, ICE, Platts)
CBP import/export controls
OFAC and international trade sanctions
Competition Law Advisory
ABAC and FCPA Compliance
Support and serve as lead counsel for regulatory inquiries and investigations
Provide support as needed to Aramco Trading’s compliance department on matters such as third-party vetting/due diligence (KYC), regulatory filings, and other trade compliance
Assist in the design and implementation of company-wide regulatory compliance programs, reviews, and initiatives, including compliance policies, processes, and training
Managing external counsel to ensure delivery of high-quality, fit-for-purpose legal advice
Facilitate risk assessments and monitoring of the trade compliance program
Keep informed of and advise on new laws, regulations, and industry trends including supporting on license requirements, trading permissions, and market access
Take on any additional special projects and support other compliance program initiatives as necessary
Qualification
Required
JD degree with strong academic credentials
An active license to practice law in the US
Minimum of 10 years of legal experience; preferably 5 years related to regulatory trade compliance in either private practice or in an in-house legal department
Robust experience with trade regulatory issues related to physical and financial hydrocarbon trading activity as well as logistic operations, including storage, marine, truck, rail, and pipeline
Ability to precisely draft documents, policies, and legal guidance that is concise and digestible for non-lawyers
Detail oriented, organized, and effectively able to manage multiple matters while balancing competing deadlines
Capable of working independently, with others in the legal department, and across the company with non-lawyer stakeholders
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work in an office environment located in downtown Houston, TX
Preferred
Experience partnering with compliance organizations to support the design, implementation, and administration of trade compliance programs
Experience working in a global organization and as part of a connected, global team
Experience handling commercial matters related to supply, trading, and logistics
Experience in regulatory areas beyond trading activities such as FCPA, Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Trust, DOT, Texas Railroad Commission, or other areas impacting the downstream industry
Company
aramco
We’re a leading producer of the energy and chemicals that drive global commerce and enhance the daily lives of people around the globe by continuing delivering an uninterrupted supply of energy to the world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$12.4BKey Investors
EIG Global Energy Partners(EIG)
2021-04-09Private Equity· $12.4B
Leadership Team
Pedro A.
Management Consulting Partner / Transformation Senior Advisor
Sana M.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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