Senior Counsel, Commercial and Operations

JOIN THE PEOPLE POWERING KODIAK Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry. Summary The Senior Counsel, Commercial and Operations is responsible for providing advice, legal counsel and risk assessment to the Company regarding commercial and operational issues. Serves as the primary legal support for commercial and operational groups at the Company. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Partner closely with senior management to support the legal and business needs of the Company and further the mission of the organization and its customers, vendors and stakeholders Draft, review and negotiate contracts (vendors/customers/suppliers) along with contracts administrators; work closely with commercial and operational teams. Draft and support legal, operational and commercial policy and process development Oversee intellectual property (IP) filings and protective actions; work with relevant departments to promote IP awareness and compliance Assist real estate group with contracts and commercial and operational issues regarding Company locations Provide regulatory support, including deep dive into evolving regulations industry issues. Provide training and leadership on the same. Identify, monitor and assist in managing risks to the Company, including maintaining close contact with industry organizations to become aware of and understand inherent emerging risks that could affect the Company’s operations Support Risk group, including claims notices and management and review of insurance policies from a commercial and operational perspective Perform legal research and investigation, and report findings and conclusions to senior and executive management. Support the Chief Legal Officer in the development and implementation of legal management systems and procedures to improve office efficiency, communication, and cost management Retain and manage outside counsel to ensure the provision of client-centered, high quality and cost-effective legal services Manage, mentor, and provide career development to members of legal department Assist in the management of the legal operations budget Represent the legal department on selected internal committees Assist sustainability and regulatory team with various projects, including acting as legal representative on same Education & Certifications J.D. from accredited university with a preference for top-tiered university Must be licensed to practice law in the United States Work Experience Minimum 6 years’ experience in commercial transactions Strong background and understanding of the oil and gas service and midstream industries; knowledge of the compression industry a plus Skills & Abilities Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong ability to perform research, synthesize and articulate findings Strong management and multitasking skills Physical Demands Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine and computer printer Frequently communicates with other employees about their legal inquiries. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations Must be able to work under pressure and occasional long or irregular hours Department : Legal Job Location : The Woodlands, Texas, USA Directly Reports to : TBD Functional Reporting Line : Same Directly Supervises : N/A External Relationships : External Legal Counsel KODIAK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Kodiak is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the HR at [email protected] PAY TRANSPARENCY POLICY STATEMENT Kodiak will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. Kodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status. ReqID: JR2461