Houston In-House Counsel: Generalist, IP/HR/Real Estate

BCL Legal Limited; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

BCL Legal Limited is seeking a commercially minded attorney for an in-house role in Houston, Texas, starting in 2027. The role covers commercial contracts, IP, HR, and real estate, with no M&A focus. You will provide day-to-day legal support and work closely with internal teams to mitigate risk and enable business objectives.

The candidate should have a J.D. and Texas Bar admission, plus in-house experience and strong communication skills for a broad, generalist remit.

Qualifications

• Experience advising on commercial contracts across a business.
• Exposure to IP, employment/HR and real estate matters is a plus.
• Ability to work with stakeholders and provide pragmatic advice.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal advice across commercial and operational matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements.
• Advise on intellectual property provisions and risk management.
• Support HR/employment-related matters with internal stakeholders.
• Handle real estate-related legal matters and leases.
• Identify and manage legal/commercial risks with business focus.
• Collaborate with teams to support operations and objectives.
• Assist with policies, procedures, and risk management practices.

Skills

Commercial contracts

IP exposure

Employment/HR

Real estate matters

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Texas Bar admission

Job description

BCL Legal Limited is seeking a commercially minded attorney for an in-house role in Houston, Texas, starting in 2027. The role covers commercial contracts, IP, HR, and real estate, with no M&A focus. You will provide day-to-day legal support and work closely with internal teams to mitigate risk and enable business objectives.

The candidate should have a J.D. and Texas Bar admission, plus in-house experience and strong communication skills for a broad, generalist remit.