Legal Counsel, Commercial and Contracts
Location:
Houston, TX, US
Employment type: Employee Place of work: Hybrid Offshore/Onshore: Onshore
TechnipFMC is committed to driving real change in the energy industry. Our ambition is to build a sustainable future through relentless innovation and global collaboration – and we want you to be part of it. You’ll be joining a culture that values curiosity, expertise, and ideas as well as equal opportunities, inclusion, and authenticity. Bring your unique energy to our team of more than 21,000 people worldwide, and discover a rewarding, fulfilling, and varied career that you can take in anywhere you want to go.
Job Purpose
This position will be an integral part of the Subsea Legal Contracts & Commercial team. The ideal candidate will analyze the legal aspects involved in bidding processes and Group contracts to ensure the legal viability of the operations.
Job Description
1. General Responsibilities
Work closely with Tendering, Finance, Tax, and Insurance teams to support tender activities. Adapt responsibilities per tender, customer, or business area based on scope, duration, and complexity.
Key Tasks
Conduct detailed legal review of Invitations to Tender and prepare qualifications to manage risks in line with Bid Procedures and contracting principles. Liaise with the Global Business Unit and functional experts (corporate, compliance, litigation, tax, finance, etc.) to obtain or validate advice. Assist in negotiations with clients, joint venture or partnership partners, and subcontractors. Identify contractual and commercial risks and provide input for inclusion in tender evaluations. After contract award, prepare a summary highlighting key contractual principles. Provide guidance on required contractual “flowdowns” for subcontractors. Participate in final review of all contractual and commercial documents prior to contract signature. Support smooth handover of contractual details to the Project Execution team.
You are meant for this job if:
2. A minimum of 5 years of contracts experience, including 2–3 years in the oil and gas industry.
3. Strong proficiency in written and spoken English.
4. Solid understanding of legal concepts and standard legal procedures.
5. Thorough knowledge of key contractual principles, including: Indemnities Warranties Insurance fundamentals Offers & consideration Force majeure Default provisions Limitations of liability Accord and satisfaction Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills.Strong planning, interpersonal, and relationship-building abilities.
6. Ability to troubleshoot effectively and manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.Advanced PC skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, Project, and presentation tools.
7. A Juris Doctorate (JD) or equivalent legal qualification aligned with the requirements of the role.
Skills
Being a global leader in the energy industry requires an inclusive and diverse environment. TechnipFMC promotes equal opportunities and inclusion by ensuring equal opportunities to all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, gender expressions, disabilities, or all other pluralities. We celebrate who you are and what you bring. Every voice matter and we encourage you to add to our culture.
TechnipFMC respects the rights and dignity of those it works with and promotes adherence to internationally recognized human rights principles for those in its value chain.
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Date posted: Mar 19, 2026 Requisition number: 16536
Nearest Major Market: Houston