Job Description

is a major international provider of sustainable commodities and supply chain solutions, with a leading presence in the , , , and sectors. Established in 1987 in Montreal, Canada, the Company has been headquartered in the nearby city of Kirkland since 2008. It operates branch offices, warehouses and rail terminals in the U.S., Switzerland, Germany, Czech Republic, India, China and the U.A.E.
Targray is one of North America's fastest-growing commodity trading houses, with over 1B USD in annual sales. It has appeared on Deloitte's prestigious Best Managed Companies list for 5 consecutive years. In 2019, it made its debut appearance on the FP500, Financial Post's ranking of the 500 largest corporations in Canada by revenue. Since 2020, it has been certified as a Great Place to Work by the Great Place to Work institute.
For more information, visit:
Legal Counsel, Energy Trading
Remote
Full Time
Experienced
Company Overview
Targray - Building sustainable solutions for a world in transition.
Established in 1987 in Montreal, Canada, Targray is a global leader in the sourcing, transportation, storage, trading and distribution of commodities and advanced materials for a broad range of industry sectors. Our supply solutions help reduce the world's carbon footprint while enabling our customers to create safer, more reliable products for consumers.
Targray has operations in 11 countries and over $1B USD in annual sales. In 2019, the company made its debut appearance on the FP500, Financial Post's ranking of the top 500 corporations in Canada by revenue.

• Great Place to Work | Best Workplaces in Quebec (2020 - 2024)
• Deloitte | Best Managed Companies (2019 - 2022)

Job Summary:
Targray is seeking Legal Counsel, Energy Trading in the Czech Republic to provide pragmatic, business-focused support for our environmental commodities and clean-fuels trading. Reporting to the Director, Legal & Compliance, you will negotiate and manage commercial/trading contracts, translate evolving regulations into clear documentation and processes, and handle early dispute matters. Partnering with Trading, Operations, Risk, Treasury and Tax, you'll balance risk with execution and strengthen contract governance. . The ideal candidates will bring 3-5 years in energy/commodities with excellent drafting skills and commercial judgment.
Based in the Czech Republic, this position is 100% remote with occasional travel.
Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate agreements for environmental commodities and clean-fuel instruments, including emissions allowance trading contracts (e.g., RINs, LCFS, CFR, EU ETS, Fuel EU Maritime) and related confirmations.
• Draft, review and negotiate physical commodity sale and purchase agreements (biofuels, feedstocks and gas) and ancillary logistics or handling services supporting the supply chain.
• Monitor evolving regulatory developments affecting carbon, clean fuels and commodity markets and support their implementation within documentation and processes.
• Support the preparation, handling and management of pre-litigation matters, including claims, notices, early dispute correspondence and coordination with external counsel.
• Collaborate with Trading, Operations, Risk, Treasury, and Tax to ensure contractual terms support commercial objectives and can be operationalized effectively.
• Contribute to ongoing enhancement of legal templates and contract-management processes and internal policies.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B., J.D. or equivalent) from a recognized university; bar admission is an asset.
• 3-5 years' experience in the energy and physical commodities industry
• Experience negotiating NAESB and EFET documentation and biofuel/feedstock purchase and sale agreements, storage and logistics agreements.
• Experience negotiating emissions allowance trading contracts (e.g. RINs, LCFS, CFR, EU ETS)
• Experience with ISDA and CSA documentation is a plus but not a core requirement.
• Excellent command of English (oral and written) is required and any additional language is considered an asset (French preferred).
• Strong drafting, communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail and commercial awareness.
• Proactive, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced trading environment with multiple stakeholders.

Diversity & Inclusion
Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We are committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We welcome and embrace the diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives that make our people unique and help guide us. When people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.
#LI-Remote
Apply
Apply for this position
Required*
Apply with
First Name*
Last Name*
Email Address*
Phone*
Address
Resume*
We've received your resume. Click to update it.
or
Attach resume as .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf (limit 5MB) or
Paste your resume here or
Do you have a Bachelors of Law (LL.B., J.D. or equivalent) ?*
How many years of experience in the energy and physical commodities industry do you have?*
What are your salary expectations?*
What is your notice period OR when are you available to start?*
You currently live in the Czech Republic and are legally eligible to work in the country.*
This position is remote with occasional travel.*
Human Check*
This website uses cookies and other analytics technologies. By selecting "Allow", you consent to the recording, use and sharing of your website activity by this website and its service providers.

Skills Required