Staff Attorney

Job Description

Position Title: Staff Attorney

Position Reports To: General Counsel 

Position Summary 

The Staff Attorney will be responsible for drafting and reviewing a variety of commercial and corporate contracts and provide legal support across multiple business units throughout the United States and Canada. 

Essential Functions 

• Drafts, reviews, and negotiates master service agreements and other commercial contracts. 

• Coordinates with business leaders to ensure contracts are developed in line with division and corporate objectives. 

• Assists in the development and integration of Apache’s contracting policies. 

• May provide legal support and contribute to litigation, human resources, and/or risk management functions.   

• Other Duties as assigned.  

Education & Experience 

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) Degree 

• Licensed by the State of Texas to practice law 

• Two (2) to three (3) years legal experience, preferred 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• High level of integrity and ethical standards. 

• Demonstrated project leadership with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. 

• Demonstrated ability to work analytically and creatively to solve problems. 

• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally effectively to meet company goals and customer needs. 

• Ability to adapt quickly to a changing environment. 

• Business-minded and driven to achieve the best results for the organization. 

Working Conditions/Physical Demands 

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.  

• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. 

• No adverse environmental conditions expected. 

• Flexibility to travel as may be required (less than 10%)