Sr Analyst, Contracts

Pilot Flying J; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

401(k) plan

Employee fuel discount

Adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Onsite gym

Weekly pay

Job summary

Pilot Company in Houston, TX seeks a talented attorney or legal analyst to support the energy division. You will review and negotiate operating, supply, and government contracts, draft redlines, and guide stakeholders through complex transactions.

Ideal candidates have a JD or MBA, 4+ years in a legal department, strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university.
• JD or MBA preferred.
• Minimum four years' prior experience in a legal department.
• Knowledge of contract terminology and energy industry contract administration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft contract language.

Responsibilities

• Perform negotiation and review of operating, supply, transportation, terminal, and related agreements as directed by legal.
• Prepare initial redlines of documents for strategic transactions and guidance to stakeholders.
• Provide legal support to fuel and energy business lines, including contract reviews and drafting.
• Lead and oversee ad hoc legal projects.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Business Development, Legal, Compliance, Accounting, and Operations.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Analytical & problem solving

Task prioritization & deadline drive

Adaptability

Customer service

Issue resolution urgency

Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate degree

Juris Doctor (JD) or MBA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job 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.

• 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.
• 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.
• Provide legal support to the fuel & alternative fuel business lines, including redlines, review of contracts and drafting and negotiating customer, vendor, supplier, and subcontractor agreements.
• Lead and oversee ad hoc projects assigned by legal.
• Engage internal stakeholders (Business Development, Legal, Communications, Credit, Operations, KYC, Accounting, Insurance, Data Governance, etc.) as needed.
• Research regulatory and legal issues such as 45(Z) tax credits, government bids, or other issues as needed.
• Participate in development of form agreements, contract playbooks and contract lifecycle management program.
• Provide oversight and guidance to other Analysts on the team.
• Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level
• Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• 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