Environmental Attorney

About This Role

Provide legal analysis and counsel on environmental compliance and remediation projects for ExxonMobil, representing the Company in dealings with federal, state, and local environmental agencies. This role supports a diverse range of remediation projects including voluntary cleanups, CERCLA, state Superfund programs, RCRA corrective actions, and Brownfield initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal analysis and counsel on environmental compliance and remediation projects matters for ExxonMobil and its affiliates
• Represent the Company in dealings with third parties, including federal, state or local environmental or other agencies or representatives
• Draft, review and negotiate agreements related to environmental transactions and cleanups, including permits, consent decrees and other similar agreements
• Collaborate with environmental consultants, engineers, and other professionals to develop and implement remediation strategies
• Conduct and coordinate research into a variety of legal issues, ensure compliance with laws, regulations and Company policy, and anticipate and address legal risks and exposures for the Company
• Support real estate and commercial transactions in the marketing and selling of remediated and greenfield properties
• Provide environmental legal support as needed in connection with projects in or outside the United States
• Participate in preparation and review of comments on proposed regulations
• Conduct and coordinate environmental compliance investigations
• Coordinate with and oversee outside counsel to ensure proper handling of matters where counsel is retained

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant legal experience, at least partially with a major law firm, corporate legal department, or government agency
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Strong college and law school record
• Licensed to practice law in at least one state
• Environmental background with experience in remediation, CERCLA, RCRA and state Superfund programs
• Sound research and writing skills
• Sound negotiation skills and experience in contract drafting and review
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability and desire to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work independently effectively and as a member in a team-oriented environment
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Strong analytical skills and ability to exercise sound business judgment
• Able and willing to travel domestically

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant legal experience, at least partially with a major law firm, corporate legal department, or government agency.

Nice to Have

• Real estate and commercial experience
• Texas Bar membership preferred
• Top 1/3 of class preferred
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge working with regulated industry and/or environmental laws and regulations
• Prior experience with environmental compliance counseling and advice
• Experience in negotiating with government agencies
• Experience with litigation and/or administrative, civil or criminal enforcement matters
• Demonstrated record of leadership and initiative

Skills

* Required skills