Senior Counsel, Energy Trading & Contracts

Sunoco LP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunoco LP seeks a qualified attorney to support its Supply & Trading and Procurement teams. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, ensuring terms reflect business objectives and comply with regulations.

The attorney will partner with commercial, operations, credit, compliance, and risk management to advise on risk allocation and contract execution across North America.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with a focus on commercial transactions.
• Active membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar.
• Minimum 3–6 years of progressive legal experience in commercial law.
• Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements with suppliers, customers, and service providers.
• Experience in energy, commodities, trading, logistics, or procurement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on commercial agreements supporting supply and trading activities.
• Advise on legal, commercial, and regulatory matters arising from proposed transactions.
• Provide legal support for North America operations and complex commercial transactions.
• Develop and promote contract templates, playbooks, and contracting processes.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and cross-functional teams as needed.

Skills

Contract drafting

Review and negotiation

Commercial transactions

Legal risk assessment

Written and verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bar admission (U.S. state)

Job description

Sunoco LP seeks a qualified attorney to support its Supply & Trading and Procurement teams. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, ensuring terms reflect business objectives and comply with regulations.

The attorney will partner with commercial, operations, credit, compliance, and risk management to advise on risk allocation and contract execution across North America.