Overview
This role involves serving as Legal Counsel for the Composite Technologies division within a global manufacturing business. The position is based in Houston or Calgary and focuses on providing commercially focused legal guidance to support growth strategies, manage legal risks, and ensure compliance across international markets.
Responsibilities
- Act as the primary legal advisor to the Composite Technologies division, delivering practical, business-oriented legal counsel
- Provide timely legal and commercial advice throughout the manufacturing and contracting lifecycle, including supply chain and commercial sales activities
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts while identifying, assessing, and mitigating legal and commercial risks
- Support internal business functions such as Human Resources, Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Technology and Innovation, Regulatory, Real Estate, and Finance
- Identify risk and liability issues related to commercial and construction matters and recommend effective mitigation strategies
- Manage and support the resolution of commercial disputes and oversee litigation matters, including coordination with external counsel
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver legally sound and commercially relevant solutions aligned with business objectives
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve legal templates, policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Support mergers and acquisitions activities and contribute to broader corporate and compliance initiatives as required
Requirements
- Law degree with admission to the bar in a U.S. or Canadian jurisdiction
- 8–10 years of relevant legal experience in a commercial or corporate environment
- Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts
- Experience supporting or managing mergers and acquisitions
- Proven experience overseeing litigation and managing external legal counsel
- Strong analytical, planning, organizational, and strategic thinking skills
- Effective negotiation skills with the ability to communicate legal risk in a practical, solution-oriented manner
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global business environment
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across all levels of the organization
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Compensation & Benefits
For U.S.-based employees:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage with Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions
- 401(k) plan with company match, vested immediately
- Attractive incentive bonus plans
- Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability insurance
- Wellness incentives
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounts on fitness, shopping, and travel
For Canada-based employees:
- Flexible health, dental, and vision benefits with HSA rollover
- Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance
- Attractive incentive bonus plans
- 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Wellness and mental health support programs
- Exclusive discounts including fitness memberships
Additional Benefits:
- Flexible work arrangements where possible
- Comprehensive total rewards package including competitive salaries, annual incentives, paid vacation, education assistance, and corporate discounts
- Participation in service milestone awards and recognition opportunities
- Access to mental health support resources and wellness platforms
- Opportunities for growth including global career and travel options, supported by training, development, and mentoring programs
- Commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace environment
- Paid Impact Day to support charitable organizations
- Company events and team-building activities
Location
- Houston, Texas, USA or Calgary, Alberta, Canada