Oil and Gas Transactional Associate

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Houston, TX

Oil and Gas Transactional Associate

Attorney

3-8 yrs required

No

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm is seeking a Transactional Associate Attorney with a minimum of four years of experience in oil and gas or traditional energy sectors. This is a full-time, partnership-track role based in Houston, TX. The ideal candidate will have a background in handling a variety of transactional matters, particularly in upstream and midstream oil and gas operations. This opportunity offers the chance to work on high-impact transactions in the energy sector, including energy transition projects.

Location:

• Houston, TX

Duties:

• Advise clients on transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures

• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, including:

  • Development and operating agreements

  • Gathering, transportation, and processing agreements

  • Supply and offtake contracts

• Provide counsel on agreements related to carbon capture and energy transition initiatives

• Collaborate with partners and cross-functional teams to close complex energy-related deals

• Manage due diligence, transaction documentation, and risk assessment processes

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of legal experience in oil and gas or traditional energy transactions

• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating key industry agreements

• Experience in both upstream and midstream energy sectors preferred

• Interest or experience in energy transition (., carbon capture) a plus

• Must be eligible for admission to the Texas Bar, with active membership required within one year

Education:

• Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Member of the Texas Bar (preferred; required within one year of hire)

Skills:

• Deep understanding of energy industry operations and regulatory framework

• Strong negotiation and drafting abilities

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage multiple high-stakes transactions concurrently

Benefits:

• Partnership-track opportunity in a leading energy practice

• Dynamic, high-profile transactional work in a major . energy hub

• Supportive and collaborative legal team environment

• Equal opportunity workplace with EEO, drug-free, and E-Verify compliance