Associate General Counsel - Maritime Projects

Jab Recruitment; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

JAB Recruitment is seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel to join a leading U.S.-based provider of marine infrastructure services with extensive domestic and international operations. This role reports to the General Counsel and offers broad exposure to contracting, project development, compliance, and risk management.

The ideal candidate will be a business-minded attorney who can operate independently, manage multiple priorities, negotiate complex agreements, support government

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Texas Bar admission.
• 3–5 years of legal experience in a law firm or in-house environment.
• Experience in maritime, construction, energy, infrastructure or asset-intensive industries.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support across contracting and project development, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
• Review and advise on domestic and international project contracts during tender processes.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex project agreements, leases, and services contracts.
• Advise on government contracts, including FAR requirements.
• Support regulatory compliance initiatives and provide practical legal guidance to stakeholders.
• Assist with tender documentation and project-related legal requirements.
• Identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks with cross-functional teams.
• Manage commercial disputes involving subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Travel may be required periodically.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Risk assessment

Communication

Project collaboration

Education

J.D. degree

Texas Bar admission

Job description

JAB Recruitment is seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel to join a leading U.S.-based provider of marine infrastructure services with extensive domestic and international operations. This role reports to the General Counsel and offers broad exposure to contracting, project development, compliance, and risk management.

The ideal candidate will be a business-minded attorney who can operate independently, manage multiple priorities, negotiate complex agreements, support government