Senior Counsel, Commercial and Business Development

HF Sinclair is seeking a Senior Counsel, Commercial & Business Development in Dallas, TX. In this role, you will provide legal support for HF Sinclair’s downstream and midstream operations, as well as business development activities, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and joint ventures.

Requirements

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including supply, transportation, storage, and distribution agreements related to downstream and midstream activities.
• Provide legal guidance on risk management and operational issues in the refining, marketing, and logistics sectors.
• Advise on disputes, claims, and litigation arising from commercial agreements, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Monitor and interpret relevant federal, state, and local regulations impacting downstream and midstream operations, including environmental, safety, and energy regulations.
• Support M&A transactions, including due diligence, drafting and negotiating transaction documents (e.g., purchase agreements, merger agreements), and managing closing processes.
• Provide legal counsel on joint venture agreements, including formation, governance, and operational structures, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with business development teams to evaluate legal risks and opportunities in potential acquisitions, divestitures, and partnerships.
• Assist in structuring and documenting complex transactions to maximize value and mitigate risks.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, including finance, operations, and executive teams, to provide timely and practical legal advice.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, legal developments, and regulatory changes in the energy sector to proactively address potential impacts on HF Sinclair’s operations.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of legal policies, procedures, and best practices within the Legal Department.
• Manage external counsel as needed, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality legal services.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
• Educational Reimbursement
• Parental Bonding Time
• Employee Discounts