TotalEnergies

Lead Legal Counsel

Lead Legal Counsel
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LocationHouston, TX
On-site
Oil and Gas

About This Job


Contexte et environnement


Why Join Us

Be part of a fast-moving, highly competitive global trading environment where your legal insights directly influence business outcomes.
Collaborate with a diverse, international team of industry leaders.
Gain deep exposure to volatile energy markets and cutting-edge trading strategies.
Enjoy a responsive, agile culture that values initiative, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.


What We Offer

From day one, you’ll have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Generous PTO and parental leave
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with employer match + pension plan
HSA with company contributions
Education assistance and fitness subsidy
Commuter benefits or paid parking


Activités

TotalEnergies Atlantic Trading & Marketing, Inc. is looking for a sharp, agile, and business-minded Lead Legal Counsel to join our high-performing legal team supporting our global crude oil and refined products trading operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where autonomy, responsiveness, and customer orientation are key to success - this is your opportunity to make a global impact. The position reports to ATMI President & CEO, with functional reporting to Trading & Shipping Vice President Legal.


What You’ll Do

As Lead Legal Counsel, you’ll be at the heart of our trading and business development activities in the Americas, providing strategic legal guidance that drives commercial success. You will:

Advise senior leadership, traders, and developers on legal and regulatory matters across crude oil, refined products, and midstream operations.
Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements in support of trading and infrastructure initiatives.
Ensure legal integrity of trade execution, including compliance with U.S. regulations such as the Jones Act.
Lead legal strategy for pre-litigation and dispute resolution.
Structure and negotiate new ventures, structured finance, and project development deals.
Oversee corporate governance across TotalEnergies Atlantic Trading & Marketing, Inc.


Profil du candidat


What Sets You Apart

J.D. degree with 8+ years of legal experience in the oil & gas sector.
Deep understanding of trading contracts, logistics, shipping, and risk management.
Expertise in U.S. commodities regulations, maritime law, and corporate governance.
Proven ability to work autonomously and deliver timely, actionable legal solutions in a dynamic trading environment.
Strong communication skills and a service-oriented mindset.


Ready to Lead?

If you're a proactive legal professional who thrives in a high-energy, autonomous role and wants to shape the future of global energy trading - we want to hear from you.

Apply now and power your career with TotalEnergies.


Informations supplémentaires

TotalEnergies valorise la diversité, promeut le développement individuel et offre des opportunités d'emploi égales à tous les candidats.

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