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ACC - Association of Corporate Counsel

Legal Counsel

ACC - Association of Corporate Counsel, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246


Are you as excited as we are when we talk about the storage and distribution of bulk liquids? A fleet of over 70 deep-sea ships? Terminals in harbors worldwide and over 4000 specialized tank containers?We are currently recruiting for a

Legal Counsel

to join our team.Stolt-Nielsen Limited (SNL) is the specialist storage and transportation provider for bulk liquids: Chemicals, clean petroleum, gases, vegetable oils, biofuels, and oleochemicals. We also focus on opportunities in aquaculture & LNG.What you will be doingYou will report to the Deputy General Counsel and be responsible for SNL business streams (focus on Stolthaven Terminals, Stolt Tank Containers, and Stolt Tankers) day-to-day commercial advice and transaction counseling. Additionally, you will oversee analysis/assessment of disputes and resolution thereof including preparation of cases (litigation and arbitration) and coordinating with and monitoring outside legal counsel in relevant jurisdictions (as appropriate).Key ResponsibilitiesContribute to and drive completion of discrete projects such as inter-company agreements, real estate and lease matters, corporate risk and compliance assessments.Draft, negotiate and implement various transactional documents, such as sales, procurement, purchase and sale, development, and agency agreements.Dispute analysis and resolution, including preparation of cases and coordinating with and monitoring outside legal counsel as appropriate.Actively advise business management in the decision-making process indicating legal options and constraints.Compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, conventions, etc. applicable to SNL worldwide operations, including local variations (particularly US).QualificationsEducation - U.S. legal academic background/training.6 years relevant experience as an in-house lawyer or private practice lawyer with a transactional practice, with some experience in international trade as a plus.Specific Skills: team player, pragmatic, sense of humor, and “can-do” attitude.Ability to handle conflicts of interest and to work under pressure.Has a commercial focus and is keen to deliver quality.What we offerYou will be part of an international organization with opportunities for personal growth.Competitive pay and benefits package.A full-time role with a hybrid work schedule.About Stolt-NielsenStolt-Nielsen Limited (SNL) is focused on opportunities in logistics, distribution, and aquaculture. The Stolt-Nielsen portfolio consists of its three global bulk liquid and chemicals logistics businesses – Stolt Tankers, Stolthaven Terminals, and Stolt Tank Containers – Stolt Sea Farm and investments in LNG. Stolt-Nielsen Limited is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (OsloBørs: SNI). Our values: We act pragmatically, collaborate for success, commit to go further, and seek creative solutions.Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:Stolt-Nielsen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All hiring and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, disability status, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship status, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, national origin or ancestry, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law or regulation. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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