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LyondellBasell Industries

Lead Counsel

LyondellBasell Industries, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246


Location: Houston, TX, US, 77010

Req ID: 86658

Facility: One Houston Center-130

Department: Legal I&D & Refining Americas

Division: Legal, ERM, Real Estate and Procurement

LyondellBasell

Basic FunctionLead Counsel, I&D will lead a team that provides legal advice and strategic support for LyondellBasell’s I&D business in the Americas regions within company guidelines, policies, and procedures. The team’s remit includes support of the commercial and manufacturing aspects of the I&D business. The position is expected to contribute individually, manage a high performing team, communicate effectively in a driven, high achieving environment, and advise senior management.

The position will be based in Houston and report to the Associate General Counsel, I&D.

Roles & Responsibilities

Be the primary legal resource for the I&D Americas’ business, commercial, and manufacturing teams.

Provide leadership, supervision, and direction for the Americas I&D Legal team, which will support the commercial and manufacturing aspects of the I&D business.

Be a contributing member of the team by advising on general commercial and manufacturing issues; review, negotiate, and advise on commercial purchase and supply contracts; draft policies, procedures, and other complex legal documents; manage external counsel on discrete projects and engagements; and develop and conduct training programs as needed.

Support LYB’s I&D joint ventures and LYB-nominated JV representatives with legal and strategic advice, including advice on long term relationships with joint venture partners.

Work closely with legal leadership to provide delivery of first class and proactive legal advice for internal business clients.

Liaise with European and Asia Pacific I&D team leaders to coordinate global commercial practices and identify areas of common need for LYB, and support other cross-functional teams in complex programs or initiatives.

Acts as a regional resource for colleagues; may direct the work of other staff members.

Possess and apply a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of Legal risk management to the completion of complex assignments.

Min. Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent degree

12+ years of post-qualification experience in a major law firm or corporation

Experience in the chemical, energy or engineering industry is preferred

Practical experience with commercial decisions, supply chain and logistical matters, strategic commercial relationships, and the legal issues that arise in such transactions

Management experience and coaching skills

Competencies

Build Partnerships

Deliver Results

Drive Innovation

Grow Capabilities

Promote Inclusion

Motivational/Cultural Fit

Technical Skills

Must be at least 18 years of age and must be legally authorized to work in the United States (US) on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship.

LyondellBasell does not accept or retain unsolicited résumés or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers.

LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

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