Legal Counsel

Houston, TX

Full Time

Experienced

Job Title: Legal Counsel
Department: Legal
Location: Houston, TX
Full Time On Site Role
FSLA Status: Exempt

Purpose:
XRI is seeking a business-minded attorney to serve as Legal Counsel. Reporting to the General Counsel, this position will provide legal support across a broad range of commercial, corporate, and operational matters. The Legal Counsel will partner closely with business leaders to provide practical legal advice, negotiate and draft commercial agreements, manage legal risk, and support the Company's strategic objectives.
This role is ideal for an attorney with 5+ of experience in commercial transactions and general corporate law who can independently manage day-to-day legal matters while collaborating with the General Counsel on more complex legal, regulatory, and corporate initiatives. The ideal candidate is a practical, collaborative attorney with strong business acumen, excellent judgment, and the ability to balance legal risk with operational needs.

Role/Responsibilities:
Commercial Contracts

Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a broad range of commercial agreements.

- Master Service Agreements
- Supply and Procurement Agreements
- Non-Disclosure Agreements
- Software and Technology Agreements
- Consulting and Professional Services Agreements
- Easements, Rights-of-Way, and Surface Use Agreements
- EPC and Construction agreements

Advise internal stakeholders on contract interpretation, risk allocation, indemnity provisions, insurance requirements, and dispute resolution provisions.
Develop and maintain contract templates and contracting best practices.

Claims, Litigation, & Dispute Management

Assist with management of claims, disputes, and pre-litigation matters.
Coordinate with General Counsel and outside counsel on active litigation and legal proceedings.
Support internal investigations and legal responses to regulatory inquiries.

Land & Real Estate

Provide legal support to the Land team on easements, right-of-way, surface use agreements, and other real estate matters.
Assist in resolving landowner issues and disputes in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Intellectual Property

Coordinate with outside counsel, as needed, to protect XRI’s intellectual property through patent filings and prosecutions, and filing for trademark and copyright protections.

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Texas.
5+ years of legal experience.
Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts.
Working knowledge of contract law, risk management, and business operations.
Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
Responsible and able to take ownership of a portfolio of work.
The ability to work directly with clients in a kind and patient manner.
The ability to teach and explain complicated concepts.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Organized and detail oriented.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting energy, oilfield services, water midstream, infrastructure, environmental, industrial, or related industries.
In-house legal experience supporting commercial operations.
Experience advising cross-functional business teams on legal and commercial matters.
Ability to travel when needed.

Key Competencies

Business Acumen
Commercial Contract Negotiation

Physical Requirements:

Able to stand and walk on concrete and uneven surfaces
Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 pounds
Frequent exposure to inclement weather, bright lights, loud noises, dust, gas, and/or fumes
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle as needed for business purposes

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XRI is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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