Confirmations Coordinator

Company introduction We are a leading energy marketing and trading organization supporting commodity groups across the derivative and physical space. Role summary / purpose We seek a highly skilled and legally astute Contract Coordinator to join our Confirmations team. The Contract Coordinator will utilize quantitative methods and tools to discern insights and enhance risk management decision-making processes. This position involves daily coordination and communication with the front office, extensive engagement with external counterparties, and in-depth reviews of legal documents. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the legal confirmation of transactions and mitigating risks associated with complex deals. Key responsibilities • Confirmation Coordination: Daily coordination and communication with the front office to facilitate confirmation creation and amendments for unique and highly complex deals. • Transaction Accuracy: Ensure that all transactions are accurately captured in Risk systems in a timely manner, adhering to legal and regulatory requirements. • Counterparty Engagement: Engage with external counterparties to legally confirm transactions and actively work towards resolving disputes when necessary. • Legal Document Experience: Conduct comprehensive reviews of legal documents, including ISDAs, NAESBs, EEIs, related collateral agreements (CSA), and trade confirmations, to ensure compliance and minimize legal risks. • Reporting and Data Visualization: Develop and enhance the team's reporting infrastructure and data visualization capabilities to support informed decision-making. • Risk Assessment: Collaborate with origination, risk management, trading, legal, and accounting departments to assess and evaluate risks associated with potential transactions, new business initiatives, and onboarding new counterparties. Requirements – education & experience • Proven derivative and/or legal contract experience. • Proven success in confirmations management in a trading firm, preferably in commodities, 5+ years. • Strong experience with master agreements including ISDAs, NAESBs, EEIs, and related collateral agreements (CSA). • Sound understanding of physical trading and derivatives and the trade lifecycle. • Degree in a business or legal discipline. Required skills • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with team members. • Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills. • Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills. • Excellent organizational skills. • Comfort working under tight deadlines. • Proficiency in Excel and SQL. Nice-to-have / preferred skills • PowerBI expertise. • Python expertise. • Experience with Endure or other ETRM systems.