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Internal Job Title: Staff Attorney, Contracts
Location: League City, Texas (Marina One) | Onsite
Status: Full-time, Exempt
Reports to: Assistant Vice President, Assistant General Counsel

Join our in-house legal team and help move the business forward. We are seeking a practical, detail-oriented attorney to review and negotiate commercial agreements. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career lawyer who wants meaningful responsibility, and broad exposure.

What You’ll Do

Review, draft, redline, and negotiate commercial agreements, including nondisclosure agreements, technology agreements, and contracts for third-party products and services
Identify and address legal and business risks involving liability, governing law, dispute resolution, and other key contract terms
Partner with Procurement and business teams—including Marketing, Finance, and IT—to resolve issues, communicate practical guidance, and complete agreements efficiently
Manage competing priorities, take ownership of contract reviews, and escalate complex matters when appropriate
Support the continued development of the contracting process and the responsible implementation of legal technology and AI tools

What You Bring

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in any U.S. state
One to three years of relevant experience
Interest in commercial, transactional, corporate, or mergers and acquisitions work
Strong issue-spotting, negotiation, proofreading, written communication, and relationship-building skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and PDF tools
Sound judgment, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn commercial contracting

Preferred Qualifications

Experience reviewing or negotiating business-to-business commercial contracts
Prior in-house legal experience or experience supporting corporate clients

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