Duvera Consulting LLC
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Base pay range $170,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr
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Founding Partner and Recruiter - Expert in locating legal professionals of all levels and that special unicorn! The
Counsel, Commercial
will provide expert legal services and guidance across commercial trading, origination, and operations matters. You’ll work closely with senior colleagues and internal clients, advising on complex legal issues, supporting business strategy, and helping drive organizational success.
What You'll Do
Act as primary counsel to multiple commodity trading desks.
Draft and advise on a wide range of trading, storage, and transportation agreements and operations issues.
Provide counsel on the structuring and negotiation of long-term origination deals.
Provide specialist advice on the interpretation and application of company policies, procedures, and regulations, resolving complex or contentious queries.
Draft, review, and edit legal documents for various audiences, including client contracts, confidentiality agreements, and corporate guarantees.
Manage relationships with internal clients, acting as a trusted business partner and deploying resources to support business strategy.
Instruct and manage outside counsel and specialists as needed, and handle disputes efficiently.
Recommend changes to policies, processes, and standards to improve operational support and ensure compliance.
Monitor, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, and industry best practices, maintaining up-to-date expertise through continuous professional development.
What You'll Bring (Required Qualifications)
Legally authorized to work in job posting country
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school; member in good standing of any US bar
3+ years of experience in energy law or as in-house counsel at a large energy company
What Makes You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)
Expertise in advising on contractual terms in the trading of energy commodities
Experience advising on commercial disputes
Knowledge of shipping/maritime law
Familiarity with doing business in Latin America
You prioritize and sequence work logically, aligning your efforts with organizational objectives and reducing bottlenecks for efficient results
Strong negotiation, advocacy, and presentation skills, with mature judgment and discretion
Ability to work independently under pressure, meet deadlines, and function with minimal supervision
Advanced skills in verbal and written communication, including the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and deliver compelling presentations
Strong ability to manage complexity, analyze ambiguous situations, and develop effective solutions
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
Industries Oil and Gas
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Disability insurance
Child care support
Paid maternity leave
Pension plan
Tuition assistance
Paid paternity leave
Location Houston, TX
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Base pay range $170,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr
Direct message the job poster from Duvera Consulting LLC
Founding Partner and Recruiter - Expert in locating legal professionals of all levels and that special unicorn! The
Counsel, Commercial
will provide expert legal services and guidance across commercial trading, origination, and operations matters. You’ll work closely with senior colleagues and internal clients, advising on complex legal issues, supporting business strategy, and helping drive organizational success.
What You'll Do
Act as primary counsel to multiple commodity trading desks.
Draft and advise on a wide range of trading, storage, and transportation agreements and operations issues.
Provide counsel on the structuring and negotiation of long-term origination deals.
Provide specialist advice on the interpretation and application of company policies, procedures, and regulations, resolving complex or contentious queries.
Draft, review, and edit legal documents for various audiences, including client contracts, confidentiality agreements, and corporate guarantees.
Manage relationships with internal clients, acting as a trusted business partner and deploying resources to support business strategy.
Instruct and manage outside counsel and specialists as needed, and handle disputes efficiently.
Recommend changes to policies, processes, and standards to improve operational support and ensure compliance.
Monitor, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, and industry best practices, maintaining up-to-date expertise through continuous professional development.
What You'll Bring (Required Qualifications)
Legally authorized to work in job posting country
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school; member in good standing of any US bar
3+ years of experience in energy law or as in-house counsel at a large energy company
What Makes You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)
Expertise in advising on contractual terms in the trading of energy commodities
Experience advising on commercial disputes
Knowledge of shipping/maritime law
Familiarity with doing business in Latin America
You prioritize and sequence work logically, aligning your efforts with organizational objectives and reducing bottlenecks for efficient results
Strong negotiation, advocacy, and presentation skills, with mature judgment and discretion
Ability to work independently under pressure, meet deadlines, and function with minimal supervision
Advanced skills in verbal and written communication, including the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and deliver compelling presentations
Strong ability to manage complexity, analyze ambiguous situations, and develop effective solutions
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
Industries Oil and Gas
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Disability insurance
Child care support
Paid maternity leave
Pension plan
Tuition assistance
Paid paternity leave
Location Houston, TX
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Houston, TX .
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