Job Description

LyondellBasell

Basic Function

Counsel/Senior Counsel, O&P Americas will provide legal advice and strategic support for LyondellBasell’s O&P 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 O&P Americas business. The position is expected to contribute individually, communicate effectively in a driven, high achieving environment, and advise senior management. 

The position will be based in Houston and report to the Lead Counsel – O&P Americas.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Be a primary legal resource for LYB’s Olefins and Polyolefins – Americas commercial and manufacturing business by providing strategic and legal advice.
• Be a contributing member of the team by advising on general commercial and manufacturing issues; review, negotiate, and advise on sales and supply contracts; draft policies, procedures, and other complex legal documents; manage external counsel on discrete projects and engagements; support real estate matters as needed; and proactively develop and deliver training programs on legal topics. 
• Support LYB’s O&P joint venture and LYB-nominated joint venture directors 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.
• Work across functions, businesses, and regions to identify areas of common need for LYB in complex programs and initiatives, and ensure consistent commercial practices and advice.  
• 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.

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Min. Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with relevant in-house experience
• 5+ 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

Preferred Qualifications

Competencies

Build Partnerships

Deliver Results

Drive Innovation

Grow Capabilities

Promote Inclusion

Motivational/Cultural Fit

Technical Skills

We are LyondellBasell – a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to champion our employees, and unlock value for customers, investors and society. LyondellBasell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is strongly committed to our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce.  As one of the world’s largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit or follow @ LyondellBasell on LinkedIn.

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.  The US EEO is the Law poster is available here .

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