Job description

Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future

Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. Our company is built on values of safety, honor and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, create an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and achieve excellence. Phillips 66 was recognized by Forbes as one of “America’s Best Employers” in 2021.

Learn more about Phillips 66 and watch our video "Trying New Things" by visiting phillips66.com/about.

The Associate Counsel – Projects & Procurement will report to the Managing Counsel – Business Development & Corporate Transactions and will work with colleagues in a large law department of a publicly traded, Fortune 100 international energy company.

Responsibilities include:
Providing legal advice and service to business units in connection with commercial transactional matters.

Drafting, negotiating and reviewing master agreements as well as General Terms and Conditions (GTCs) for various energy commodities and goods or services as needed.

Interfacing with the company’s commodity contract administration department.

Drafting and revising documents associated with commercial transactions, including non-disclosure agreements and various clauses for indemnity agreements, termination, confidentiality, choice of law/jurisdiction, and force majeure.

Developing and managing form contracts or clauses to execute any and all commercial transactions.

Assisting the company’s Regulatory Counsel, as needed, with regulatory inquiries and projects.

Required:
Legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a regular, full-time basis with no restrictions.

J.D. from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.

A member in good standing of any U.S. bar.

Minimum 3 years of experience with contracts and/or commercial transactions.

Preferred:
Knowledge and experience in the negotiation of GTCs or commercial/master agreements used in the energy industry (e.g. NAESB, LEAP).

General knowledge of commercial contract law, terminology and clauses associated with commercial transactions, marketing/sales agreements, commodities trading regulations, and other areas of law associated with commercial transactional work.

Experience with contract review as part of M&A due diligence, litigation support and other contract interpretation activities.

Superior negotiation, presentation, collaboration and diplomacy skills with excellent judgment and discretion.

Ability to manage and prioritize assignments effectively, which are broad in scope and complexity and which involve collaborative work with highly experienced lawyers, as well as employees in different departments with varying degrees of seniority.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and function independently without extensive supervision.

Ability to learn quickly and apply company policies, procedures and industry practices.

Strong individual initiative, discipline and commitment to superior performance, customer service and continuous improvement.

Experience in oil & gas, refining, energy or petrochemical industries a plus.

Total Rewards

At Phillips 66, providing access to high quality programs and care for you and your family is important to us. Maintaining a culture of well-being — physical, emotional, social, and financial — is essential for a high-performing organization. When we are at our best, we are poised to deliver exceptional results — personally and professionally. Benefits for certain eligible, full-time employees include:

Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus

8% 401k company match, with an additional 0-4% Company 401k contribution based on the Company’s financial performance

Cash Balance Account pension

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP

Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

Learn more about Phillips 66 Total Rewards at hr.phillips66.com/.

To be considered

In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of Dec. 28, 2022.

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Phillips 66 is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Requisition ID: 56828

Location: Texas - Houston

Job Field: Legal

Division : Legal & General Counsel

Technical Req : No

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