Trading Contracts Manager

Job Summary The Trading Contracts Manager is responsible for managing the day‑to‑day commercial contracting needs of the U.S. trading business. The role includes coordinating internal stakeholder input (credit, tax, finance, legal), synthesizing and assessing feedback, and working closely with Legal to negotiate and finalize trading agreements with counterparties. It requires strong judgment, commercial pragmatism, and the ability to pivot quickly while maintaining ownership and continuity across matters. Key Responsibilities Own assigned trading contract matters end to end, ensuring timely and accurate execution, consistent follow‑through on commitments, and clear communication of executed agreements to relevant internal teams and systems. Review, analyze, and redline trading‑related legal documentation (including master agreements, confirmations, amendments, and guarantees), providing substantive input and commentary to Legal and Credit. Coordinate onboarding, negotiation, and execution workflows with traders, Legal, Credit, Finance, Tax, Compliance, Operations, Risk, and external counterparties to minimize iteration and accelerate resolution. Rapidly assess, prioritize, and re‑prioritize work in response to urgent or “hot” trading needs while maintaining control over existing deliverables. Identify legal, operational, and contractual risks early, escalating issues with clear, practical, and solutions‑oriented recommendations. Serve as the primary subject matter expert for designated agreements and counterparties, maintaining institutional knowledge, continuity, and oversight. Support the development, maintenance, and auditability of standard trading documentation and complete contract files in partnership with Legal, reflecting evolving legal, business, and market developments. Qualifications Strong sense of ownership and accountability, with a demonstrated record of meeting deadlines. Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast‑paced trading environment and pivot seamlessly as urgencies arise. Comfort acting as the sole or primary knowledge holder on complex or long‑running matters. Sound judgment with the confidence to challenge assumptions, drive prioritization, and balance legal risk with commercial needs. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the credibility to engage front‑office professionals and control‑function partners. Ability to collaborate effectively across decentralized teams and multiple locations. Preferred Experience Experience working in a fast‑paced, lean, and cross‑functional environment. Hands‑on experience reviewing and redlining trading documentation (e.g. MSPAs, confirmations, framework agreements, NDAs, guarantees). Comfort engaging directly with legal counsel and contributing business‑focused input to negotiations. Familiarity with trading workflows, transaction lifecycles, and post‑trade processes. Experience supporting or partnering closely with front office and control function stakeholders. Location & Schedule NewYork,NY (near Grand Central). Hybrid schedule: three days per week in the office. Salary and Benefits $140,000 – $170,000peryear. Actual base salary may vary based on relevant experience, business needs, and market demands. The role may also be eligible for bonus compensation and employee benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr Centrica plc