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Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.
Are you looking for diverse and interesting work on a high-performing in-house legal team, then we have a great opportunity for you! In this role, you will provide legal and commercial input with a focus on financial and physical commodities trading. You will manage a diverse, fast-paced, and dynamic workload and use your social and communication skills to build and maintain strong relationships to meet exciting challenges in your role as Legal Counsel.Minimum Requirements:
JD degree with membership in the Texas State Bar with at least 3 years related work experience post Bar admission
3 to 7 years of commercial legal experience in private practice or an in-house environment
Experience drafting and negotiating commercial and other forms of agreements
Previous experience in physical commodity trading, maritime law, financial trading or knowledge of the oil and gas industry would be considered an asset
Long-term strategic thinking and creative problem-solving abilities to address business requirements and develop legal solutions for unique business circumstances that will best serve the Corporation's interests
Demonstrated ability to work towards achieving a desired business outcome within corporate and legal parameters
Ability to be forceful, but diplomatic when advancing the Corporation's position in business transactions
Ability to resolve disputes using negotiation and alternative dispute resolution principles
A high degree of flexibility and the ability to readily adapt to changes in our business priorities and plans
Responsibilities:
Draft contracts, templates, policies, communications
Create, update, and monitor legal procedures and processes
Provide legal support to internal clients during the preparation, review and negotiation of transactions
Solve complex problems in demanding business situations and provide counsel and guidance to management
Manage contract negotiations and disputes
Supervise and ensure strategic use of outside legal services
Review opinions documents prepared by outside counsel and other internal legal staff
Educate and mentor client group, lawyers, support staff on legal issues related to Corporation's activities
Identify and manage areas of legal risk; effectively protect Corporation's assets, including goodwill and reputation
Understand and address issues, needs and desired outcomes while handling legal, commercial, and other matters
Advise on and manage significant claims, litigation
Contribute to innovation in effective and efficient business processes
Participate on corporate working groups, committees, or project teams in project development and providing legal expertise and strategic advice
Location and other Key Details:
This is an office-based role; you will work out of our Houston office, located at 2 Allen Centre, 1200 Smith St.
Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with the potential for extended work hours based on business needs
In alignment with Suncor’s value of Safety Above All Else, we conduct pre-employment drug testing, employment verification, education verification, background checks, and other pre-employment assessments as a condition of employment
Competitive and flexible employee benefits package that can be adjusted to suit the changing needs of your life, including: 3 medical options (including HSA and FSA options), 2 dental options, vision coverage, and an Employee Assistance Plan
Excellent 401(k) plan with up to a 6% vested match, pre-tax, Roth, and post-tax options, and an automatic 1.5% profit sharing contribution
Suncor-funded Cash Balance defined benefit pension plan (vests in 3 years)
Why Suncor?
Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada's Electric Highway™, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations).
With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.
