For one of our clients, a dynamic and rapidly growing energy trading house, we are seeking a skilled and proactive Paralegal to join their Gas & Power Trading Legal Team. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in supporting the build out of a trading desk operating at the forefront of the European energy transition.
Your mission:
* Draft, review, and negotiate ISDA Master Agreements, EFET General Agreements, and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for gas and power transactions with UK and European counterparties
* Manage Credit Support Annexes (CSAs) and ensure documentation aligns with current UK/EU collateral, margin, and regulatory frameworks
* Maintain an organised contract repository and track key contractual milestones, renewals, and compliance obligations
* Collaborate closely with traders, risk, operations, and compliance teams to ensure documentation supports business objectives and mitigates risk
* Monitor evolving market practices and regulations (EMIR, REMIT, MiFID II) and update templates and playbooks accordingly
* Support KYC/AML processes, onboarding of new counterparties, and communication with external counsel
* Contribute to internal projects aimed at optimising contract management systems and enhancing legal infrastructure
Your profile:
* Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certification; legal or business law studies preferred
* Minimum 3 years' experience in energy trading or financial services, with hands-on exposure to ISDA and EFET documentation
* Strong understanding of PPAs and the dynamics of physical and financial power/gas markets
* Familiarity with UK/EU regulatory frameworks, including EMIR, REMIT, and MiFID II
* Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, international trading environment
* Excellent communication, drafting, and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail
* Team-oriented mindset and a proactive, solution-driven approach
Join a collaborative and ambitious environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the success and growth of a leading energy trading platform, apply now