Lead Counsel, Major Project

Worley•Houston, TX

About The Position

A leader who develops and implements strategies within his/her areas of responsibility and accountability. Responsible for the legal support to the Major Project in collaboration with the regional legal teams and the Legal Centers of Excellence. Cooperates with other leaders within the global legal team to ensure that the Major Project receives effective legal support and advice across all subject matters. Reports directly to either the General Counsel Americas and indirectly to General Counsel, MPP. Creates a vision for their own area of responsibility that aligns with the Purpose and Values of the organization. Expected to drive and execute solutions by collaborating across the legal department and through cross-functional or special project teams. Where appropriate, works with other functional groups to provide advice and solutions to the Major Project management on issues facing the business.

Requirements

Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Results-oriented, proactive, and adaptable.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Makes independent and well considered decisions and recommendations that can either be general or specific which may impact the project.
Ability to implement complex projects working with others.
Works frequently with Major Project management on significant matters influencing the business results.
Receives guidance on strategic goals and objectives but needs minimal technical guidance and control.
Work is reviewed to ensure it meets the company’s strategic direction and Purpose and Values.
Will drive results and outcomes through collaboration with others both within the Legal team and other functional teams.
Effectively communicates and presents complex proposals and reports to management.
Highly skilled in the ability to teach, persuade and influence others.
Collaborative management style with a cooperative team approach.
Functional understanding of broader systems, processes and tools related to field.
Able to teach and help others.
May participate in the development of new systems, processes and tools.
Requires a JD or Master of Laws (LLM) in at least one jurisdiction.

Nice To Haves

JD or LLM degree.
8+ years relevant industry experience preferred.
Demonstrated leadership experience in a global or matrixed organization strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the legal support to a significant major project (“Major Project”) and its project teams throughout the project lifecycle, from planning through project close-out.
As the legal business partner for the Major Project, provides advice and guidance to the President of the Major Project and members of the project team regarding contracts, risks and various legal and business matters.
Collaborates with the regional Legal teams and Legal Centers of Excellence.
Accountable for ensuring that the Major Project receives effective legal support and advice across all legal jurisdictions and subject matters.
Supports and advises the Major Project Supply Chain function throughout all stages of the subcontracting and procurement processes, including the development of standard forms and templates, preparation of prime contract flow-downs, subcontract/PO negotiation, subcontract/PO management and handling subcontractor and vendor claims.
Collaborates with the GC, Supply Chain on these topics.
Responsible for identifying and assessing potential legal risks associated with the Major Project and developing strategies to mitigate those risks.
In collaboration with the Regulatory Compliance Center of Excellence, provides advice to the Major Project on compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Provides legal advice and support to the Major Project throughout the project lifecycle regarding change management, commercial issues and potential claims and disputes with the customer and third parties.
Provides advice on legal and commercial strategies to mitigate such risks and protect Worley’s bottom line.
Participates on the Major Projects Working Group and ensures broader training, upskilling, and mentoring/shadowing opportunities for MP Working Group members related to the Major Project developments.

Benefits

values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation
diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace
reskilling our people
leveraging transferable skills
supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology
path for you here
no barrier to your potential career success
broaden your horizons
explore diverse opportunities
be part of delivering sustainable change