ESG Attorney

Axiom Law; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

PTO (paid time off)

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Job summary

Axiom is seeking ESG Attorneys in Houston to advise on ESG matters for top Fortune 500 clients and help set ESG targets. You will draft disclosures and reports, and collaborate across functions to embed ESG into decision-making. The role requires leading ESG initiatives and strong project management skills.

Candidates must hold an active U.S. state bar license and have at least 7 years of ESG-focused experience. Axiom offers comprehensive benefits and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of ESG-focused legal experience.
• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks, standards and reporting guidelines.
• Strong project management skills and ability to lead ESG initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Advise on ESG-related matters and assist in setting ESG targets and objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate ESG considerations into decision-making processes.
• Conduct ESG risk assessments and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Draft and review ESG-related disclosures, reports, and communications.

Skills

ESG law

7+ years experience

Project management

Education

US bar admission

Job description

Join Our Team at Axiom

We are currently seeking ESG Attorneys to work with our top F500 clients.

Responsibilities:

• Advise on ESG-related matters and assist in setting ESG targets and objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate ESG considerations into decision-making processes
• Conduct ESG risk assessments and identify opportunities for improvement
• Draft and review ESG-related disclosures, reports, and communications

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience practicing with a focus on environmental, social, and governance matters
• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks, standards, and reporting guidelines
• Strong project management skills and the ability to lead ESG initiatives
• Active attorney license in good standing with a U.S. state bar

Compensation:

The estimated total compensation for full-time Axiom attorney roles is $104,500-325,000 per year and for non-attorney roles is $71,250-309,750 per year.Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs. Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.

About Axiom:

For over 25 years, Axiom has pioneered the alternative legal services industry, now serving more than 1,500 legal departments globally with our unique blend of world-class legal talent and advanced AI tools, delivering innovative solutions ranging from that combine top-tier talent with cutting-edge technology. We tackle complex legal matters across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 to SMBs, empowering our legal professionals to engage in meaningful work that advances their careers. Our Talent NPS score of +71% and our Client NPS score of +64% highlight our commitment to excellence (Reported scores were Axiom’s average for 2025 – the legal industry average NPS score is +35%). Join our forward-thinking community where you’ll keep your career dynamic and multi-faceted, be part of a company that values agility, collaboration, and excellence, and love both the law and your life.

Learn more about life at Axiom.

Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best inclass alterative legal services.

Diversityis core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender identity status, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require accommodations to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please [e-mail].

Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full data privacy notice is availablehere.

Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, NY Fair Chance Act, and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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