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South Bow · 1 week ago

Legal Counsel, Corporate/M&A

positionHouston, Texas
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date5+ years exp

South Bow is a streamlined energy company focused on safely moving oil between critical markets. They are seeking a motivated attorney to join their legal team, focusing on corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and providing strategic legal advice to support business objectives.

EnergyInfrastructureOil and Gas

Responsibilities

Partner with internal client groups (finance, treasury, investor relations, corporate development, tax, human resources, external affairs, etc.) to deliver timely and effective legal support
Assist with M&A transactions, including NDAs, structuring, negotiation, drafting, diligence, closings, and post-close integrations
Support public and private financing activities, including debt and equity offerings, credit facilities, and other financing and capital markets activities
Identify and assess legal risks and developing strategies to mitigate risk and protect the Company’s interests
Oversee legal due diligence for M&A and related activities
Advise on applicable governance matters and securities laws, disclosure, and stock exchange requirements
Instruct and direct the activity of external counsel to support complex transactions
Act as a trusted advisor by taking ownership of assigned matters, fostering collaboration within a small, dynamic legal team, and influencing outcomes through clear, practical legal advice

Qualification

Corporate lawMergersAcquisitionsLegal risk managementJuris Doctor (JD)Business acumenProblem solvingCross functional collaborationAdaptability

Required

5+ years of relevant experience in corporate law
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Have current, valid authorization to travel internationally (including but not limited to Canada, and US)
Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training (estimated up 5% of work schedule)
Successfully complete pre-employment Bankruptcy, Credit, Civil and Criminal background checks

Preferred

Ability to build strong cross functional relationships and influence outcomes through practical, business focused legal guidance
Strong business acumen with the ability to align legal strategies to South Bow's broader objectives
Proven problem solving skills and comfort exercising independent judgment and ownership over processes and decisions
Demonstrated accountability and commitment to delivering high-quality work within a high performing, collaborative legal team
Adaptability and willingness to support a wide range of legal matters to contribute to team success

Company

South Bow

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South Bow Provides Energy. Making Progress. Together.
dateFounded in 2024
location
Calgary, Alberta, CAN
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
https://www.southbow.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$5.86B
2024-10-02IPO
2024-08-28Debt Financing· $5.86B

Leadership Team

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Bevin Wirzba
CEO & President

Recent News

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PetroChina meeting obstacles as it seeks to buy South Bow pipeline stake
2026-01-13
thecanadianpressnews.ca
U.S. designs for Venezuelan oil industry put pressure on Canadian oil stocks
2026-01-06
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South Bow Reports Third-quarter 2025 Results, Provides 2026 Outlook, and Declares Dividend
2025-11-14
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