Attorney

We are looking for the right people — people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world’s largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry.

This entry level position is for a transactional attorney in the area of Supply Chain contracting and Real Estate transactions.  Though the candidate should have a good understanding of commercial contracting law, Halliburton has pre-approved Standard Contract Templates including  Master Purchase and Services Agreements, Consulting Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Earnest Money Contracts, Leases, and other standard procurement and real estate contracts that capture the Company’s preferred contract terms.  This is a position which will require a large volume of negotiation of the contract terms with suppliers of all types, as well as with real estate buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, construction companies and government entities.

Job Description & Requirements

• Under broad direction, this entry level position is responsible for advising the company concerning simple to moderately complex legal issues related to business activities.
• Acts as a company advocate and advisor with respect to legal matters and provides guidance concerning legal rights and obligations, and recommends best practices and courses of action related to legal issues.
• Researches the intent of laws and judicial decisions and applies them to specific circumstances as applicable to company business.
• Interacts with vendors, customers, and internal clients of the company and manages outside counsel with the assistance of supervising attorney.
• Must adhere to a strict code of ethics.
• A Bachelors degree is required, while a Masters degree is preferred.
• In the US, a PhD in law is required.
• 3+ years experience is preferred.
• Must be licensed to practice law in applicable areas.