Senior Counsel - Corporate, Securities & Finance

Marathon Petroleum Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 163,000 - 283,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Corporation, Findlay, Ohio, seeks an experienced corporate attorney to join the Corporate, Securities & Finance legal team. You will report to the Deputy General Counsel and counsel on governance, disclosures, capital markets, and strategic transactions.

The role requires a JD, licensure, and 4+ years of experience, with strong business judgment and communication skills. You will collaborate with Finance, Treasury, Investor Relations, Accounting, and leadership to manage risk

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in a U.S. state.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience as a practicing attorney.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on securities law compliance and public company reporting.
• Lead or support SEC filings: Form 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, Section 16 filings.
• Provide legal support for financing and capital markets transactions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on strategic corporate initiatives.

Skills

Accountability

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Cross-functional coordination

Attention to detail

Client service mindset

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Findlay, Ohio

Houston, Texas

Denver, Colorado

San Antonio, Texas

Full time

00023358

An exciting career awaits you

At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

Marathon Petroleum is seeking an experienced attorney to join its Corporate, Securities & Finance legal team, reporting into the Deputy General Counsel, Corporate & Finance. This position provides legal counsel and strategic support on a broad range of corporate governance, securities law, capital markets, financing, public company disclosure, executive compensation, and corporate transaction matters.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior Law leadership, the Office of the Corporate Secretary, Finance, Treasury, Investor Relations, Accounting, and executive leadership to help manage legal risk and support the Company's strategic business objectives. This role requires a strong combination of technical legal expertise, sound judgment, practical business advice, and the ability to independently manage complex legal matters while maintaining a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.

Key Responsibilities:

Securities Law & Public Company Reporting

• Advise on compliance with federal securities laws, SEC regulations, stock exchange requirements, and corporate disclosure obligations.
• Lead or support preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, Section 16 filings, and other public disclosures.
• Counsel internal clients on disclosure obligations, insider trading compliance, Regulation FD, and other securities law matters.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and provide timely guidance to stakeholders regarding impacts to the Company.

Finance, Treasury & Capital Markets

• Provide legal support for financing transactions, including debt offerings and other capital market transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents and related agreements.
• Advise Treasury and Finance leadership regarding legal considerations associated with financing activities and corporate transactions.
• Partner with internal and external counsel to execute strategic financing initiatives while effectively managing legal risk.

Strategic Legal Counsel & Risk Management

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business clients by providing practical, business-oriented legal guidance on complex matters.
• Identify legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate exposure while enabling business objectives.
• Independently manage matters within areas of responsibility while appropriately escalating significant legal or business risks.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and other strategic corporate initiatives as needed.

Minimum qualifications:

• Education: Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school required
• Certification: Licensed to practice law and in good standing in a U.S. state.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience as a practicing attorney

Qualifications & Skills:

• Strong accountability and ownership of deliverables.
• Analytical thinking and structured problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Process-oriented mindset with the ability to coordinate and direct cross-functional workflows.
• Results-driven with strong attention to detail and quality of output.
• Service-oriented approach with responsiveness to internal and external stakeholders.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).

*This position belongs to a job progression with increasing responsibility, competency and skill level. Final position title and pay grade will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Findlay, Ohio

Job Requisition ID:

00023358

Pay Min/Max:

$162,700.00 - $282,900.00 Salary

Grade:

14 - 15

Location Address:

539 S Main St

Additional locations:

Denver, Colorado, Houston, Texas, San Antonio, Texas

Education:

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision‑making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail] . Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation.

Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

About Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.