Managing Counsel, Business Development and Midstream

Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future

We are seeking an accomplished legal leader to serve as Managing Counsel, Business Development and Midstream , driving strategic outcomes across high-impact matters. In this pivotal role, you will provide expert legal guidance on complex transactions and strategic projects that shape the future of the operations of a large corporate law department in a publicly traded, international energy company. You will play a critical part in navigating high-impact legal challenges, developing innovative strategies, and supporting key business objectives in a fast-paced and evolving environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years in business development and/or midstream experience, preferably in-house and corporate settings, with a strong background in joint ventures and mergers & acquisitions.

At Phillips 66, Lead Forward is our leadership approach. It defines how leaders show up, make decisions, and support their teams while delivering results in a complex, fast‑changing environment. Leaders who lead other leaders are expected to scale strong leadership across teams. This includes coaching leaders, aligning work to strategy, and breaking down barriers so teams can work together effectively. You'll guide others through change, encourage sound decision‑making, and ensure accountability for results.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage complex joint ventures and mergers & acquisitions transactions from inception through close.
• Provide legal advice and transactional support to Phillips 66's midstream business, with a particular focus on natural gas gathering and processing (G&P); fractionation, storage, and transportation of natural gas liquids (NGLs); and transportation, storage, and distribution of crude oil and refined products.
• Ensure legal risks are adequately identified, evaluated and addressed in commercial contracts and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Build trusted relationships with senior executives, providing authoritative advice to guide policy, projects, and change initiatives.
• Cultivate and sustain influential relationships grounded in trust and mutual respect with internal clients, acting as a business partner to deliver high-impact legal services and recommendations that drive performance.
• Communicate complex concepts clearly to varied audiences, support quality assurance efforts, and contribute to continuous improvement across legal and business processes.
• Lead, coach, develop, and invest in the growth of legal talent across attorney team.

What You'll Bring - Required

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
• Juris Doctor (JD) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
• Active license in good standing to practice law in Texas or other U.S. State
• 12 or more years of legal experience as an Attorney
• 8 or more years of specialized expertise in mergers and acquisitions, midstream law, and/or business development

• 4 or more years of experience supervising legal teams or mentoring junior attorneys

What Makes You Stand Out - Preferred

• Extensive knowledge and experience in the midstream industry and commercial transactions
• Superior negotiation, advocacy, and presentation skills
• Familiarity with the oil and gas and pipeline industry, including its regulatory requirements, or prior experience in a similarly competitive and compliance-driven sector
• Ability to develop long-term legal strategies aligned with business goals
• Demonstrated success managing and resolving complex commercial matters
• Agility and growth mindset to handle advice and matters adjacent to primary practice areas
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey complex legal concepts to diverse audiences
• Ability to manage and prioritize assignments effectively which may be broad in scope and complexity, and which requires collaborative work with a team of experienced lawyers, as well as employees in different departments and/or with varying degrees of seniority
• Demonstrated ability to use AI-enabled tools and technologies responsibly and effectively to improve work quality, speed, and decision-making
• Strong understanding of oil & gas or energy industry legal issues

Compensation Range


This position has a base salary range of $266,400 - $325,600.

At Phillips 66, we are committed to pay transparency and competitive, equitable compensation. Each role is assigned a salary grade with a defined pay range, benchmarked against industry peers. Where a candidate offer falls within the posted range depends on the candidate's experience, skills, and alignment with the role's requirements. Offers are made to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness. Our compensation programs are designed to reward performance and support career growth.

Total Rewards


At Phillips 66, providing access to high quality programs and care for you and your family is important to us. Maintaining a culture of well-being - physical, emotional, social, and financial - is essential for a high-performing organization. When we are at our best, we are poised to deliver exceptional results - personally and professionally. Benefits for certain eligible, full-time employees include:

• Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
• 8% 401k company match
• Cash Balance Account pension
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
• Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

Learn more about Phillips 66 Total Rewards .

Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. We have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, U.S. Department of Labor and the Military Times for our continued commitment to inclusive practices and policies in the hiring and retention of those in the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans. Our company is built on values of safety, honor and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, cultivate an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and pursue excellence.


Learn more about Phillips 66 and how we are working to meet the world's energy needs today and tomorrow, by visiting phillips66.com.

To be considered


In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing d ate of 07/31/2026 .

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Phillips 66 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Nearest Major Market: Houston