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Altopenergy

Chief Operating Officer (COO) & General Counsel

Altopenergy, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Chief Operating Officer (COO) & General Counsel

Oversee day-to-day operations and drive process excellence across trading, risk, and support teams.

Partner with the CEO and leadership to scale the business and strengthen governance.

Support key negotiations with investors, partners, and counterparties.

Collaborate closely with traders and commercial leaders to structure deals and manage exposure.

Legal & Compliance

Serve as the firm’s lead legal advisor and compliance officer.

Draft and negotiate complex trading agreements (ISDA, EEI, NAESB, etc.).

Ensure compliance with CFTC, FERC, NERC, and ISO/RTO market regulations.

Oversee enterprise risk, internal audits, and regulatory engagement.

Manage relationships with external counsel and industry bodies.

Commercial & Operational

Support business negotiations with counterparties, investors, and partners.

Collaborate with commercial and trading teams to structure transactions while managing legal and regulatory risk.

Provide operational support by reviewing and approving key documents, contracts, and agreements.

Advise executive leadership on strategic decisions with legal and risk considerations.

Qualifications:

10+ years of experience in legal, compliance, or operations, preferably within energy trading, financial services, or commodity markets.

Strong expertise in CFTC regulations, ISDA, EEI, and NAESB agreements, and trading compliance frameworks.

Proven leadership experience in a senior operational or legal role (e.g., COO, General Counsel, or Chief Compliance Officer).

Exceptional skills in negotiation, drafting, communication, and strategic decision-making.

Ability to balance legal, compliance, and commercial priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes trading environment.

Shape the operational and legal foundation of a growing, well-backed trading firm.

Collaborate with talented teams of traders, analysts, and innovators.

Be part of an entrepreneurial culture where your voice drives change.

Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus.

Location: Houston – TX

How to Apply To apply, Please email your CV and cover letter to recruitment@altopenergy.com or complete the form below.

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