Senior Counsel - Corporate, Transactions and Governance

Job Overview This role is a broad corporate position within the Legal Department, providing support across a range of corporate legal matters, including tax-related structuring, securities, corporate governance, subsidiary management, treasury and finance. The role reports to the Associate General Counsel and works closely with senior members of the Legal team and cross‑functional stakeholders, with opportunities to gain exposure to a variety of corporate legal disciplines and to take ownership of discrete workstreams, with guidance from senior members of the Legal team. Responsibilities Tax and Corporate Structure Provide significant legal support on internal financings and corporate reorganizations, including advising on legal implications of step plans, identifying key transactions, obtaining internal approvals, and drafting and implementing legal documentation in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external counsel. Assist with the design and implementation of operating structures for rig ownership, rig transfers, and intercompany transactions, including bareboat charters. Support the establishment and termination of international joint ventures, addressing legal issues arising from their operation and drafting formation documentation and shareholders’ agreements. Coordinate with and help oversee outside counsel across multiple jurisdictions and workstreams. Corporate & Securities Support the preparation of SEC filings, including 10‑Ks, 10‑Qs, 8‑Ks, proxy statements, Section 16 reports, and other disclosure documents. Collaborate with internal teams on disclosure controls and assist with corporate governance matters, as needed. Provide significant legal support on corporate structure and subsidiary management. Maintain corporate records and manage/assist in the creation of summary documentation to ensure up‑to‑date information is available to the relevant stakeholders. Treasury, Accounting and Finance Draft various finance & intercompany‑related documentation, including term sheets, guarantees, indemnities, letters of credit, and letters of support. Support the Treasury team on capital markets and debt‑related matters, including negotiating and preparing indentures, notes, loan agreements, collateral agreements and other documentation. Provide legal support to the Finance and Treasury teams on policies and practices, as needed. Mergers, Acquisitions and Divestitures Provide legal support on transactions, including drafting and reviewing NDAs, letters of intent, and transaction documentation, conducting due diligence and supporting pre‑ and post‑closing activities. Assist with special projects as assigned. Qualifications Solid foundation in core corporate legal functions, including tax, corporate governance, securities and treasury, with the ability to support a broad range of corporate matters from day one. Experience handling corporate structure, governance, securities, and entity management work, and providing legal support to finance‑related functions. M&A experience is a plus but not required if the candidate demonstrates strong capability across the other corporate areas described above. Exposure to international or cross‑border legal concepts is a strong plus. At least 3 to 5 years of relevant legal experience required, with prior law firm experience preferred. Both candidates transitioning from a law firm into their first in‑house role or moving from another in‑house position will be considered. Oil and gas industry experience is preferred but not required. Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively, with appropriate judgment on when to seek guidance. Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a team‑oriented environment, with a pragmatic and collaborative approach. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to non‑legal stakeholders. Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in any U.S. state. Company Overview Noble is a leading offshore drilling contractor. We own and operate one of the most modern and technically advanced fleets. Noble has been engaged in the contract drilling of oil and gas wells since 1921. Noble performs, through its subsidiaries, contract drilling services with a fleet of offshore drilling units focused largely on ultra‑deepwater and high‑specification jackup drilling opportunities in both established and emerging regions worldwide. Our vision is to be the leading offshore driller by being first choice for employees, customers, and investors. Our mission is drilling to power the world responsibly. Equal Employment Opportunity Noble is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, citizenship status, physical or mental disability of an otherwise qualified individual, genetic information, membership or application for membership in a uniformed service, engaging in legally protected activity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Application Notes Attention: Noble Drilling does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruitment agencies, either submitted through this website or directly to Noble Drilling employees. Please also be informed about our Fraud Alert Information Return to Noble Homepage. #J-18808-Ljbffr Noble Corporation