Sr Counsel - Commercial

DescriptionValero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.As a Sr Counsel you will provide a wide range of legal counsel and support services (including commercial, transactional, and regulatory) to multiple business units. Supports Valero’s commercial operations (the transportation, storage, purchase, sale, and trading of both refinery feedstocks and finished petroleum products). At Valero, we are committed to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution. You can help achieve this goal if you can:Draft, review, negotiate, and provide analysis and interpretation of a variety of agreements on behalf of designated client groups, with a focus on commercial transactions.Provide comprehensive legal support to business groups involved in the transportation (via marine, rail, pipeline, truck, etc.), storage, purchase, sale, and trading of refinery feedstocks and finished petroleum product at bulk and wholesale levels. Advise commercial, supply, trading, refining, marketing, logistics, operations, business development, and procurement teams on contractual rights, obligations, and risk mitigation strategies.Identify, evaluate, and mitigate legal, regulatory, operational, financial, and reputational risks associated with commercial transactions and strategic business initiatives.Advise on compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting commercial operations.This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.QualificationsMinimum Requirements:Bachelor's or higher level degree in a related field required.Law degree required.Admitted to the practice of law in the relevant state or be otherwise eligible to practice law in such state required.8 years of legal practice experience required.Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero San Antonio location, required.Preferred Requirements: Experience in relevant function with another major public corporation or a law firm preferred.Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vestingCompany-sponsored Pension PlanComprehensive Healthcare and Wellness ProgramsOnsite Daycare CenterOnsite Employee and Family Wellness Centers (Physician & Pediatrician)Onsite PharmacyState-of-the-art 24-hour Fitness Center free for employees and spouses with access to Tennis and Basketball FacilitiesOnsite cafeteria open for breakfast and lunchSprawling campus with walking paths and access to biking trailsBenefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.Valero's employees and team-focused culture drive our success. We’re invested in our dedicated workforce through a comprehensive, customizable benefits package, while supporting a caring culture that delivers a rewarding work environment built on teamwork, excellence and career growth. To explore the ways we build a stronger team, visit Valero.com/Careers.Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero. Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites. *LI-LP1Job Field: Legal/Governmental Affairs