AGC Compliance Officer

NextDecade; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

NextDecade in Houston, Texas, seeks an Assistant General Counsel, Compliance Officer to lead its compliance and ethics framework. This role involves advising senior leadership on compliance risks, overseeing risk management, and ensuring adherence to laws and regulations.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in compliance, exceptional communication skills, and a Juris Doctor degree. NextDecade offers a dynamic work environment and is committed to providing lower-carbon energy solutions.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in compliance or risk management roles.
• Experience designing and overseeing compliance programs.
• Knowledge of U.S. federal and state regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of compliance program.
• Advise leadership on compliance risks and mitigation strategies.
• Oversee compliance training programs and initiatives.

Skills

Compliance program design

Regulatory knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Judgment and integrity

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)

Job description

ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION

NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower‑carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost‑effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. NextDecade’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NEXT.” NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, visit www.next-decade.com.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

The Assistant General Counsel, Compliance Officer will be responsible for leading the Company’s enterprise‑wide compliance and ethics framework, ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal governance standards.

This role serves as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, oversees compliance risk management, and drives a culture of integrity across all business operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the Company’s compliance and ethics program, including policies, standards, and procedures aligned with U.S. federal, state, and industry‑specific regulations.
• Advise the General Counsel, executive leadership, and business stakeholders on compliance risks, regulatory developments, and mitigation strategies.
• Oversee and continuously improve the Company’s compliance framework, including risk assessments, monitoring activities, and corrective action plans.
• Stay updated on regulatory and enforcement developments and ensure timely updates to compliance programs and internal guidance.
• Monitor compliance metrics and monitor organizational activities for potential beaches.
• Lead or supervise internal investigations related to compliance, ethics, and regulatory matters, including remediation and reporting.
• Manage responses to regulatory inquiries, audits, and examinations.
• Oversee enterprise compliance training and awareness programs for employees, leadership, and contractors.
• Establish compliance reporting metrics and present regular updates to the General Counsel and executive leadership.
• Support corporate governance initiatives and promote ethical decision‑making across the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in compliance, regulatory, ethics, or risk management roles, preferably within energy, infrastructure, or other highly regulated industries.
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and overseeing enterprise compliance programs, including areas such as anti‑corruption, ethics, regulatory compliance, and internal controls.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal and state regulatory frameworks; international or multinational compliance experience preferred.
• Proven ability to operate as a strategic legal advisor to senior and executive leadership.
• Excellent judgment, discretion, and integrity when handling sensitive and high‑risk matters.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, executive‑ready guidance.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in the United States. Professional certifications such as Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) are recommended.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work within or outside of a complex construction environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers/fax, filing cabinets, etc.

This is primarily a sedentary role; however, the incumbent must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform all essential job functions for a full shift.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA‑recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job.

• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. as required in order to lift files, boxes and office equipment as necessary.
• Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, standing on a stool, or climbing as necessary to perform these functions.
• While performing the duties of this role, the incumbent may be required to talk or hear.
• The incumbent is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities.
• Able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions.

If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

*In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

NEXTDECADE VALUES

• Safety – We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us.
• Integrity – We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do.
• Honesty – We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.
• Respect – We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work.
• Transparency – Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders.
• Diversity – We value diversity of experiences and thoughts. It takes people with different strengths and backgrounds to make our company succeed.

NextDecade provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.