Corporate Attorney

COBRA INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITIES INC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading Texas-based industrial company is seeking a Corporate Attorney to provide in-house legal support. This role involves reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with trade regulations, and advising on employment matters. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor degree, be licensed to practice law, and possess 4–8 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential for this position. The company values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions.
• 4–8 years of experience as a practicing attorney, preferably in-house.
• Experience in commercial matters required.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Support trade, tariff, and customs compliance.
• Provide legal guidance on employment and labor matters.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

The Corporate Attorney will serve as in-house counsel providing day‑to‑day legal support across commercial contracting, supply chain, and trade and regulatory compliance. This role requires independent decision‑making within established policy constraints and the ability to develop and refine legal and business practices. The position involves recurring work with frequent variations, requiring strong judgment and the ability to navigate complex issues.

The attorney will regularly interact with internal teams, customers, vendors, external partners, and outside counsel on matters requiring interpretation, explanation, strategic advice, or approvals. This role includes compliance oversight and managing legal vendors consistent with budget expectations.

Key Functions

Commercial & Contracting

• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements, including MSAs, supply agreements, purchase orders, NDAs, and logistics contracts.
• Develop, update, and improve contract templates for customers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Provide strategic alternatives and solutions balancing legal risk with business objectives.
• Address customer and vendor contracting issues and disputes; manage outside counsel and associated legal spend.

Trade, Tariff & Regulatory Compliance

• Support trade, tariff, and customs matters, including AD/CVD and import compliance.
• Advise on legal issues pertaining to solar module manufacturing, supply chain, and distribution issues.
• Support domestic content, FEOC, and tax credit–related certifications and compliance efforts.
• Oversee compliance reporting, policy development, and companywide compliance programs.

Business Support & Strategy

• Develop a deep understanding of business units, customer and supplier relationships, and the competitive environment.
• Participate in evaluating new business opportunities, including RFP reviews, proposal support, and contract term assessments.
• Provide advice and training to corporate and project management staff on legal, compliance, and risk‑related topics.
• Design and implement training initiatives to strengthen compliance awareness and reduce company risk.

Employment, Governance & Corporate Support

• Provide legal guidance on employment and labor matters; coordinate with subject‑matter experts as needed.
• Support updates to employee handbooks and employment‑related policies.
• Support corporate governance and corporate secretarial responsibilities.
• Participate in M&A activities, including due diligence and transaction execution.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdictions.
• 4–8 years of experience as a practicing attorney, with a mix of law firm and/or in‑house experience preferred.
• Prior in‑house experience strongly preferred.
• Experience counseling business clients on commercial matters required.
• Experience in one or more of the following is a plus:
  • Employment law
  • Insurance
  • Construction
  • Compliance
  • Commercial contracts
  • International trade
  • Energy
  • Litigation
• Practical, efficient, and business‑oriented approach with the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.