Commercial Contracts Counsel (In-House)

Air Liquide USA LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Liquide USA LLC in Houston seeks a Counsel to support the North American Cluster's legal team by advising on commercial contracts, mitigating risk, and ensuring regulatory compliance across business units. The role offers exposure to diverse matters, including governance, real estate, and acquisitions, with collaboration across management, sales, and external counsel.

Applicants must be licensed, with 3–5 years of experience drafting and negotiating contracts, and proficiency in MS Office

Qualifications

• Bar admission in at least one US state or in Canada.
• 3–5 years drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Experience in a law firm or in-house legal department preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and review commercial contracts across multiple units.
• Prepare and revise standard form contracts.
• Assess contractual provisions for risk and exposure.
• Advise business stakeholders on terms and strategic initiatives.
• Support management on contract disputes and potential settlements.
• Conduct legal research and monitor regulatory changes.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Legal research

Communication

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

MS Office

G Suite

Job description

Air Liquide USA LLC in Houston seeks a Counsel to support the North American Cluster's legal team by advising on commercial contracts, mitigating risk, and ensuring regulatory compliance across business units. The role offers exposure to diverse matters, including governance, real estate, and acquisitions, with collaboration across management, sales, and external counsel.

Applicants must be licensed, with 3–5 years of experience drafting and negotiating contracts, and proficiency in MS Office