Senior Counsel, Proc, Net Zero & Energy

LyondellBasell

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The position of Senior Counsel Global Procurement, Net Zero & Energy provides legal counsel to clients on various matters arising from complex net zero transition projects, construction and procurement, energy, pipelines, and other aspects of operations associated with LyondellBasell’s North American manufacturing sites.  This position reports to the Lead Counsel and is located at our North American Headquarters in Houston. 

Day in the Life

• Advise internal clients on legal transactional issues in the area of renewable energy, energy transition projects, emissions abatement projects, EAC and other energy attributes accreditation and reporting (eg. carbon removal certificates, Guarantees of Origins)  and related infrastructure projects, including aspects related to the governance structure, engineering, construction, public funding of the project.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, contracts, letters of intent, memorandums of understanding, JV and Joint studies agreements, etc., relating to transactional matters of varying levels of complexity, including but not limited to: 
  • Energy transition and Carbon reduction initiatives such as CCS/CCU, circular, green or blue hydrogen units development and offtake agreements, 
    Additional electrical capacity and connections arrangements,  
  • Renewable energy PPAs, either physical and financial, 
  • Steam, water, electricity supply (including behind the fence arrangements), and pipeline and onsite supply of industrial gases,  
  • [Large capital and construction investment via EPC, EPCM agreements as associated with emissions abatement projects,]  
  • Procurement of goods, materials, and services (for projects and corporate support / professional services) 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide legal support, advice, and guidance on corporate development projects and strategic transactions in the areas of emissions abatement, sustainable energy and related infrastructure projects.
• Partner with internal clients to support business objectives, in a manner consistent with applicable laws, and the company’s accepted level of risk.
• Provide legal risk assessments and handle pre-litigation claims in cooperation with Disputes.
• Actively support our Sustainability Company Targets, including Scope 3 targets in light of upcoming supply chain due diligence requirements.

You Bring This Value

• Juris Doctor degree
• Admission to at least one state bar in good standing
• A minimum of ten years of relevant professional legal experience practicing law in a medium to large law firm and/or similar in-house legal department
• Knowledge and experience with commercial transactions and regulatory standards applicable to matters listed above
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship

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Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent judgment, personal and professional integrity, business ethics, trustworthiness, and respect for others
• Ability to balance legal issues and risks with business objectives and results
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and stakeholder management skills; ability to work across functions (including across legal practice groups) and at all levels to achieve results 
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work in a dynamic environment
• Solution oriented and a positive mindset
• Experience in the petrochemical, utilities, or energy industries is preferred

Competencies

Builds effective teamsCollaboratesCultivates innovationCustomer focusDemonstrates courageDrives resultsEnsures accountabilityInstills trust and exemplifies integrity

 

We are LyondellBasell – a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to champion our employees, and unlock value for customers, investors and society. LyondellBasell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is strongly committed to our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce.  As one of the world’s largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit www.lyondellbasell.com or follow @LyondellBasell o