Legal Counsel, Energy Trading

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Gurugram, Haryana
In-Office
Mid level
Renewable Energy
The Role
Provide business-focused legal support in energy trading, draft contracts for commodities, monitor regulations, and manage disputes and governance.
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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, 2021)
  • Deloitte | Best Managed Companies (2019 - 2022)
  • EY Canada | Quebec Entrepreneur of the Year (2016)
  • HSBC | International Business Award (2012)
  • Profit 100 Fastest-Growing Companies in Canada (2006, 2009)

Job Summary
Targray currently has an opening for a Legal Counsel, Energy Trading to join our Legal Team based out of our India Office in Gurgaon, Haryana.  The ideal candidate will 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.
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.) 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.

Benefits
  • A competitive remuneration plan and an excellent working environment in a growing multinational organization.
  • Beautiful, spacious and modern workplace environment.
  • Flexible work arrangement policy.
  • Off-site Team Building and experiential development.
  • Life Insurance and Accidental Insurance for Self.
  • Free Medical Insurance for Self and Family.
  • Gym Benefits.
  • Complimentary meals at office cafeteria.
  • Corporate Team Fun Activities.

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.
For more information about our company, please visit https://www.targray.com/#LI-Hybrid.
 

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The Company
Montreal, Quebec
197 Employees
Year Founded: 1987

What We Do

Targray is an international leader in the sourcing, transportation, storage, financing and supply of sustainable materials & commodities for the renewable fuels, solar, battery, carbon trading and agricultural commodities sectors. From solar glass and lithium-ion cells, to bio-based fuels, our material solutions help reduce the world’s carbon footprint while enabling technology providers to create more efficient, better performing products for consumers. SOLAR Targray is a major international provider of PV materials and supply chain solutions for solar manufacturers, EPCs, installers, contractors and project developers. BIOFUELS & FEEDSTOCK Supported by a dedicated rail fleet and terminal network, our Biofuels business is one of the largest suppliers of biodiesel fuel and feedstock in North America and Europe. COTTON Our sustainable cotton business connects raw cotton suppliers, traders and end users around the globe through integrated sourcing, logistics, sales and distribution activities. BATTERY MATERIALS Targray is a leading supplier to the battery manufacturing and R&D sector. The company's extensive battery materials portfolio is a trusted source for customers in over 50 countries. ENVIRONMENTAL COMMODITIES Targray’s Environmental Commodities business engages in the trading and supply of carbon credits, carbon offsets and renewable energy certificates (RECs) for compliance and voluntary carbon markets around the world. ABOUT Targray is a diversified multinational Canadian corporation founded in 1987 in Montreal, Canada, and headquartered in the nearby city of Kirkland since 2008. The company’s footprint spans the globe with offices in Switzerland, Czech Republic, Germany, Dubai, India, China, Brazil and Australia

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