Specialist Legal Potash Marketing

Specialist Legal Potash Marketing About BHP

At BHP, we believe our purpose goes beyond mining: we work to improve lives and create a more sustainable future. We are a global resources company with operations in more than 90 locations worldwide.

Our global strategy emphasizes managing a resilient portfolio of valuable assets in attractive commodities.

We excel in operations and asset acquisition, fostering innovative technologies to enhance safety, productivity, and sustainability while upholding our social commitments.

In Potash, BHP is building a world‑class business anchored by the Jansen project in Saskatchewan, set to play a key role in supporting global food security. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of a new business and support market entry across the Americas.

At BHP, we are transforming the way mining is done. We embrace innovation, sustainability, and inclusion to build a smarter, safer, and more human future. At BHP, you’ll be part of a team that values safety, integrity, performance, and collaboration.

As Legal Counsel (Specialist) – Potash Marketing, you will play a critical role in supporting BHP’s entry into the global potash market. You will work closely with the Potash Sales & Marketing team to enable the sale and distribution of potash across the Americas, while navigating complex regulatory frameworks and commercial landscapes.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a new business during a pivotal moment—supporting the ramp‑up of first production in a new commodity for BHP and the development of sales channels and supply chains required to deliver potash to our customers.

You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders across Legal, Marketing, Finance, and External Affairs, contributing to strategic initiatives, continuous improvement, and risk management within a fast‑evolving environment.

• Provide legal advice to the Potash Sales & Marketing team on commercial and operational matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements, including commodity sale and purchase agreements; logistics and supply chain contracts (rail, trucking, barging, storage); and memoranda of understanding and other commercial arrangements.
• Support the development of sales channels and distribution networks across the Americas.
• Conduct legal and regulatory due diligence for international trade, including export/import and fertilizer regulations.
• Advise on disputes related to potash sales and logistics.
• Contribute to internal risk assessments and provide guidance on risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with broader Legal teams on incidents, production matters, and disputes.
• Deliver legal training and develop guidance materials for stakeholders.
• Manage external legal counsel, including budgets and performance.
• Participate in governance reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Qualified lawyer with admission to practice in the United States (Colorado/Denver).
• A minimum of five years post‑qualification experience in a highly regarded law firm or in‑house legal team.
• Experience advising on international commodity sales, logistics, and trade‑related legal matters.
• Strong capability in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks impacting global trade and commodities.
• Ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, practical advice for business stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Confident communicator who can build relationships and influence decisions.
• Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Curiosity, initiative, and a continuous improvement mindset.

$172,000 - $215,000. The starting salary will be determined based on relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market considerations.

This role supports the Americas region and will work closely with global stakeholders. This role is based in Denver, CO. BHP supports hybrid working arrangements, combining office‑based work with flexibility to work from…