Sr Analyst, Contracts

Pilot Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nationwide medical plan

401(k) and FSAs

Employee fuel discount

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pilot Company, Houston-based energy and logistics leader, seeks a legal professional to address a broad range of matters within the legal department. The role involves negotiating and redlining agreements, supporting the fuel and energy teams, and guiding internal stakeholders on contract strategy.

Ideal candidates have a JD/MBA with 4+ years in a legal function, strong drafting skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• JD or MBA preferred and relevant legal degree.
• At least four years in a legal department preferred.
• Strong drafting and contract review skills.
• Experience with energy industry contracts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and review various agreements as directed by legal.
• Redline documents for strategic transactions and guidance.
• Support fuel and energy business lines with contracts.
• Lead ad hoc legal projects and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable rules and policies.

Skills

Contract law

Analytical thinking

Communication

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

The purpose of this Houston, TX-based position is to address legal matters within specific departments and subject matter areas, including the support of critical strategic and tactical legal functions within Pilot Energy.

1. Perform negotiation and review of over the road, supply, transportation, operating agreements, terminal agreements, non-disclosure agreements, government bids, term sheets and various other agreements as directed by legal.
2. Conduct initial redlines of documents for strategic transactions and guidance to relevant stakeholders, project development and other fuel and energy solutions transactions as directed by legal.
3. Provide legal support to the fuel & alternative fuel business lines, including redlines, review of contracts anddrafting and negotiating customer, vendor, supplier, and subcontractor agreements.
4. Lead and oversee ad hoc projects assigned by legal.
5. Engage internal stakeholders (Business Development, Legal, Communications, Credit, Operations, KYC, Accounting, Insurance, Data Governance, etc.) as needed.
6. Research regulatory and legal issues such as 45(Z) tax credits, government bids, or other issues as needed.
7. Participate in development of form agreements, contract playbooks and contract lifecycle management program.
8. Provide oversight and guidance to other Analysts on the team.
9. Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level
10. Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
11. Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university, a Juris Doctor (JD) or Master’s in business administration, finance or related field, preferred.
• Minimum four years’ prior experience in a legal department preferred.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills required
• Knowledge of general business, corporate, and contract law
• Understanding of contract terminology, potential contract risk, and energy industry contract administration is required
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to draft contract language
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Proven ability to prioritize, execute tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to adjust to changing circumstances and priorities quickly
• Proven track record providing excellent customer service and working as part of a team
• Ability to resolve issues with a high sense of urgency
• This position requires candidates to be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

Additional Information

Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision

401(k) and Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Fuel Discount

Adoption Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Onsite Gym and Cafeteria

Weekly Pay

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines