Job Description

About the Company

They are a leading global provider of products and services supporting the energy and industrial sectors. With a strong commitment to innovation and operational excellence, their company plays a vital role in powering critical operations worldwide.

About the Role

They are seeking a Commercial Transactions Counsel to join their in-house legal team in Houston. This role will provide proactive, business-focused legal support to our oilfield services and industrial/chemical business units, with an emphasis on procurement contracts and customer agreements.

You will work closely with commercial, procurement, and operational teams to structure, draft, and negotiate a wide variety of agreements, helping the business move swiftly while protecting its interests. This is a non-litigation, transactional role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate procurement agreements, customer contracts, and other commercial documents.
• Advise business teams on contractual rights, obligations, and risk management.
• Support deal structuring for projects in oilfield services and industrial/chemical sectors.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, operations, and finance teams.
• Provide practical legal advice balancing risk and business needs.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (Texas license preferred).
• Approximately 5 years of law firm experience focusing on energy regulations and transactional law.
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
• Background in energy, oilfield services, or industrial sectors preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Why Join?

• Work on impactful, global commercial transactions within a dynamic industry.
• Collaborate with experienced legal and business professionals.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Contribute to a forward-thinking company that supports critical energy and industrial operations.

To note:

• Ideal location is Houston but other locations will also be taken into account for the ideal candidate

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