Senior Corporate Counsel

Kraton Corporation; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraton Corporation, a global manufacturer of sustainable specialty polymers, seeks a Senior Corporate Counsel at its The Woodlands, TX headquarters. You will provide practical legal support for corporate activities and transformation projects, drafting and negotiating complex contracts and managing disputes with internal stakeholders and outside counsel.

Ideal candidates have 7–10 years as a qualified lawyer, with mastery of US employment/benefits laws and broad EU regulatory understanding, plus

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience as a qualified lawyer.
• Experience in a large, complex organization or leading law firm.
• Mastery of US employment and benefits laws with broad understanding of EU implications.
• Familiarity with corporate law, procurement/supply chain contracting, and product liability/complianceRegulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical, business-oriented legal support for corporate activities and transformation projects.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts and related documentation.
• Manage disputes, claims, and pre-litigation matters with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
• Assess legal exposure and develop strategies to mitigate risk while meeting commercial objectives.
• Oversee external counsel relationships, including cost management and quality oversight.

Skills

Lawyer experience

US employment law

EU law knowledge

Contract drafting

Risk management

Corporate governance

Product liability

Large organization

Job description

jobs Verified: 31 Aug 2026 The Woodlands, TX

Senior Corporate Counsel

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Organising Institution / Firm

Kraton Corporation

Rolling Basis (Official)

The Woodlands, TX

Not Specified

7–10 years qualified lawyer; experience in a large complex organization and/or leading law firm; mastery of US employment/benefits laws with broad understanding of EU applications.

Law Firm Job

Contextual Overview

Kraton Corporation, a global manufacturer of sustainable specialty polymers and biobased pine chemicals, is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to join their legal team at their Global Headquarters in The Woodlands, Texas. The role focuses on providing contract-based legal counsel, managing corporate risk, and supporting strategic transformation projects.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Qualification: 7–10 years of experience as a qualified lawyer.
• Professional Background: Prior experience in a large, complex organization or a leading law firm.
• Legal Expertise: Mastery of US employment and benefits laws, with a broad understanding of EU regulatory implications.
• Core Competencies: Demonstrated familiarity with corporate law, procurement/supply chain contracting, and product liability/compliance regulations.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Provide practical, business-oriented legal support for corporate activities and transformation projects.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts and related documentation.
• Manage disputes, claims, and pre-litigation matters in coordination with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
• Assess legal exposure and develop strategies to mitigate risk while meeting commercial objectives.
• Oversee external counsel relationships, including cost management and quality oversight.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Compensation: Not specified. The role includes a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and life insurance.