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Crescent Energy · 3 days ago

Senior Counsel

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Crescent Energy is a differentiated U.S. energy company committed to delivering value through a disciplined, returns-driven growth strategy. The Counsel/Senior Counsel role will offer comprehensive legal support to the company’s operational departments, providing timely legal advice and assisting in the negotiation of various oil and gas contracts.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyOil and Gas

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing legal advice in a timely manner to operational departments regarding compliance with contractual, statutory, regulatory and other legal requirements

Assist management in identifying legal and business issues and risks and provide creative alternatives to accomplish the business objectives

Prepare, review and assist in the negotiation of various oil and gas contracts including leases, farmout agreements, joint operating agreements, landowner/royalty owner agreements, surface access agreements and gas, oil, and other marketing agreements

As needed, assist with supervision of litigation and regulatory matters and proceedings

Participate in continuing legal education programs to keep abreast of the legal and business developments impacting operations

Advise the General Counsel and Assistant General Counsel on all significant legal matters, assist in the overall legal services to the Company and perform such other job-related duties and functions as requested by the General Counsel, Assistant General Counsel, or management

Qualification

J.D. from accredited law school7+ years oilGas experienceTexas state bar admissionRegulatory experience in TexasCommunication skillsHighly organizedAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsManage projectsTeam player

Required

J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials

Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in upstream oil and gas as a practicing attorney

Admission to a state bar with the ability to practice in-house in Texas

Strong interpersonal skills: a self-starter and team player who works effectively with others at all levels and in all disciplines in a team environment

Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in fast-paced environment

Highly organized with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and to prioritize among competing projects for the timely delivery of legal services

Excellent communication (written and verbal) and analytical skills with a strong ability to draft and review complex legal documents and apply legal advice in a timely and practical manner