About this role
RWE Supply & Trading Asia-Pacific Pte. Ltd., Legal/Compliance, Beijing To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent Functional area: Legal / Compliance
About the role
- We are looking for a Legal & Compliance Counsel to work closely with our Senior Legal Counsel in Beijing and help keep the business moving confidently across a broad range of legal and compliance matters.
- This is a role with real visibility, giving you exposure to a broad range of cross-border physical and financial commodity trading activities.
- You will work closely with traders, legal and compliance, while acting as a key point of contact with the futures brokers on behalf of the shareholder entity in Singapore in relation to its trading activities under a qualified foreign investor (“QFI”) scheme.
- The role provides an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in domestic and international commodity markets, exchange-traded derivatives, and the regulatory framework governing cross-border trading, while contributing to the growth of a fast-paced and highly collaborative trading business.
- Work closely with and support the Senior Legal Counsel in Beijing as part of the Legal & Compliance APAC team.
- Provide day-to-day legal and compliance support across commodity trading, governance and general compliance.
- Review, draft and negotiate dry bulk commodity sale and purchase contracts and related trading documentation.
- Conduct KYC reviews and due diligence checks for counterparties and business partners.
- Support the implementation of policies on consultants and agents, and help prepare compliance reporting.
- Act as a primary contact for QFI matters, working with internal stakeholders and external advisers.
- Support data protection, commercial data subscriptions, file management and external counsel coordination where needed.
- Job requirements and experience A Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in law, ideally from a leading university.
- Qualified to practise law in the PRC, with at least five years’ post-qualification experience.
- Experience in commodity trading, regulatory or physical trading environments.
- Knowledge of corporate law, governance, entity management, shareholder matters and QFI regulations.
- Critical judgement when using AI to support legal and compliance work.
- Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with stakeholders across Beijing and other jurisdictions.
- Proactive, commercially minded and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Advantageous, but not essential Experience with coal sale and purchase agreements and related commercial documentation.
- International study or work experience, particularly in the US, UK, Germany or another English-speaking country.
- What we value most is someone who continuously demonstrates courage, thrives to create impact and seeks to build trusting, collaborative relationships.
- So, even if you think you do not yet display all of the skills listed above we would still like to hear from you.
- Further we welcome applications from individuals who may not be able to commit to full-time roles.
- At RWEST, finding the right person for the job is our top priority, and we are willing to explore flexible arrangements.
- Your benefits We want to ensure your time with us is fulfilling and rewarding.
- We offer a comprehensive package designed to support your well-being as well as your personal and professional growth.
- Here’s what you can look forward to: Exposure to cross-border legal and compliance work in a globally connected business.
- A chance to build your career in Beijing while working on high-impact, business-critical matters.
- Close collaboration with experienced colleagues, including the Senior Legal Counsel.
- Opportunities to shape processes and grow capability in a new role.
- A supportive environment where learning, curiosity and trusted relationships matter.
- Apply now with just a few clicks: ad code 94003 How to apply Please apply online and upload your CV, cover letter and academic transcript in English.
- For further consideration, candidates must submit their applications through the online application system only.
- Email applications will not be accepted.
- Any further questions?
- Reach out to Aruna Richard ([email protected]).
- We look forward to meeting you.
- You can also find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing.
- We value diversity and welcome all applications — regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation and identity.
- #inclusionmatters
About us
RWE Supply & Trading is our connection to the world’s energy markets. With headquarters in Essen, Germany, the tight-knit around 2,200-strong team’s drawn from over 90 countries, and operates Europe’s largest and most advanced energy trading floor – trading a mix of electricity, gas, commodities and CO2 emission allowances. They commercially optimise our power plants’ dispatch and take care of the renewables electricity sales, too. Tech-led and customer-focused, the teams agile mindset helps them respond and adapt intelligently to work that never stands still. Each day, there’s a chance to grow as you create the financial foundations to invest in our green future. From well-established graduate programmes to success-related recognition - you'll experience a culture energised by trust, passion and performance.