General Counsel - Oil & Gas

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the oil and gas sector is looking for a General Counsel to join its senior leadership team. This pivotal role offers the chance to lead a high-performing legal team and provide strategic legal advice across various corporate matters, including M&A and regulatory compliance. As the company expands its global footprint, this is a unique opportunity to influence key decisions and drive the legal strategy of a dynamic organization. If you are an experienced legal professional ready to take on a challenging and rewarding position, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior legal role within the oil & gas sector.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead an international legal team and provide strategic advice to the Board.
• Oversee legal matters related to M&A, project development, and compliance.

Skills

Corporate Governance

M&A

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Dispute Resolution

Education

Law Degree

Qualified Solicitor/Barrister

Job description

Job Description

A leading FTSE 250 oil & gas company is seeking to appoint an exceptional General Counsel to join its senior leadership team. This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal legal leadership role within a dynamic, high-growth organisation with a global footprint.

The Company

Headquartered in London, this company is a well-established and ambitious player in the oil & gas sector with significant international operations. As they continue to expand their global reach, including into new and emerging markets, they require a strategic legal leader to help steer the business through its next phase of growth.

The Role

Reporting directly to the CEO and sitting on the senior leadership team, the General Counsel will be a key advisor to the Board and executive management. This is a broad and hands-on leadership role, overseeing a sizeable international legal team and advising on a wide range of matters across M&A, project development, EPC contracts, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, disputes, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage a high-performing international legal team, promoting collaboration across jurisdictions.
2. Provide strategic legal advice to the Board, CEO, and senior leadership on corporate and operational matters.