Halliburton

Corporate Counsel - Public Law (Counsel - Sr Counsel)

LocationHouston, TX
Job Typefull_time

About This Job

We are looking for the right people — people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards, and opportunity of working for one of the world’s largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry.

This position will provide an excellent opportunity to join our growing Public and Corporate Law team. The Corporate Counsel will play a key role in supporting Halliburton’s legal strategy across corporate, securities, finance, public law, governance, and board-related matters. Ideal candidates will bring a solid foundation in these areas and a desire to grow and contribute to this critical function of the legal department. The role reports directly to the Vice President of Public Law within our Corporate Law Department.

Job Responsibilities

Provide leadership in corporate law strategy and governance, including advising on domestic and international entity structure, in collaboration with tax and risk planning teams
Serve as a strategic legal advisor across the company, offering guidance on legal rights, obligations, and risk mitigation related to corporate planning, finance, and sustainability reporting
Lead domestic and international corporate transactions, including entity formations and dissolutions, name changes, redomestications, conversions, qualifications, and withdrawals
Support regulatory compliance efforts for legal entity licensing, qualifications, authorizations, and ongoing maintenance of domestic and international corporate entities
Manage corporate governance and entity management activities and provide legal support to the treasury and corporate finance departments
Act as a liaison to internal departments such as Treasury, Tax, Sustainability, Business Development, Marketing, and Investor Relations
Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing solutions to streamline legal operations and ensure efficiency
Support data gathering and documentation efforts for SOX compliance, internal audits, and other regulatory requirements
Support additional areas of public law as needed, such as Form 8-K filings, Proxy Statement review, SEC comment letter responses, board support, and stock management matters
Collaborate cross-functionally on corporate policies and best business practices


Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school is required
Must hold an active law license and be in good standing to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably a combination of in-house and law firm experience
Demonstrated experience in corporate governance, entity management, and public law matters
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to quickly assess legal risks and provide actionable recommendations
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects in a high-paced environment
Self-motivated with excellent organizational, research, and editing skills
Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
Ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively to both legal and non-legal audiences
High ethical standards and commitment to professional integrity

Why Halliburton?

Halliburton is widely recognized as a great place to work, full of great people who enjoy their work and collaborating with their coworkers. We simply enjoy working together and carrying out the job of serving our customers, our shareholders, and Halliburton. What sets Halliburton apart is the deep integration of our lawyers and legal department into every aspect of the business, its strategy, leadership, and customer-focused value proposition. Joining our legal team means stepping into a world of opportunity, with a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of 48,000. At Halliburton, lawyers are not only legal advisors but also strategic business partners with a seat at the table. You’ll collaborate across functions to design innovative solutions that serve both our customers and the company. While many companies may highlight a culture of collaboration, we embody it. We hire, support, and grow collaborative, proactive leaders because they drive meaningful impact. At Halliburton, the legal department is respected, empowered, and positioned to lead. Halliburton is a place where you can grow not only as a lawyer, but as a business leader.

Unlike many traditional oil and gas companies, Halliburton offers a unique combination of global scale, innovative thinking, and a strong commitment to professional growth. We embrace a forward-looking approach that balances operational excellence with sustainability and long-term value creation. Our inclusive culture fosters cross-functional collaboration and values diverse perspectives, making it a dynamic place to build a career. Employees benefit from access to cutting-edge technologies, world-class training, and meaningful work that directly impacts global energy solutions. What truly sets Halliburton apart is our investment in our employees, we don’t just offer jobs; we offer careers with purpose, backed by a culture that encourages leadership at every level.

Halliburton’s World Class Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans
Paid Vacation Days, Paid Holidays, and the ability to purchase additional days off
Retirement and Savings (401K) Plan with a matching contribution
Family Care program including paid time off to care for sick or injured immediate family members, adoption reimbursement, paternal and maternal leave for baby bonding and more
Employee Job Referral Bonus Program
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Educational Assistance

Candidates who possess qualifications exceeding the minimum job requirements will be considered for higher-level positions based on their experience, additional job requirements, and current business needs. Depending on their education, experience, and skill level, candidates may be eligible for a range of job opportunities, including positions ranging from Counsel to Senior Counsel.

Please Note

This posting is intended to collect candidate information for Halliburton’s talent pool, and is not considered an application. By completing the candidate profile, recruiters will have visibility to your information in order to contact you for a future related job opportunity. In addition to providing your information on this posting, we encourage you to create a Job Alert within our career site. The Job Alert allows you to select search criteria for positions that match your interest(s). Once positions are posted that match your search criteria, you will receive an email notification.

Compensation Information

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Location

Opportunities may exist in multiple locations.

Job Details Additional Locations for this position: Requisition Number:

200606

Experience Level:

Experienced Hire

Job Family:

Support Services

PSL:

Legal

Full Time / Part Time:

Full Time

Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

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