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<p>Commercial Counsel</p>
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Overview
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<p>Job ID:</p> 26224
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<p>Country:</p> USA
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<p>Location(s):</p> Stamford, Connecticut
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<p>Company:</p> Equinor US Holdings Inc.
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<p>Contact Name:</p> gm_arisoamer@equinor.com
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<p>Workplace:</p> Onshore
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<p>Discipline:</p> Legal
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<p>Education Preferred:</p> Juris Doctor
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<p>Experience Preferred:</p> 5 - 7 Years
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<p>Closing Date:</p> Nov 16 2023
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Job Description
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<p>We're 22,000 colleagues in more than 30 countries delivering oil, gas, wind and solar power to 170 million people worldwide. Taking on tough energy challenges is our job. Right now, we're facing an enormous task: supplying the world with the energy it needs, while lowering emissions.</p>
<p> We're up for the challenge. Are you?</p>
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<p>The position</p> By joining our team in Legal you will have the opportunity to:
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<li>Play an integral role on greenfield project development and project-related transactions (equity investments, joint ventures, debt financing and ITC, acquisitions, lease-backs, etc.).</li>
<li> Negotiate and advise on a range of project agreements, shareholder/JV arrangements, purchase and sale agreements, parent guarantees/credit support, leases and other contracts related to the renewables business.</li>
<li> Provide guidance to commercial/technical teams and external counsel on diligence exercises in connection with project acquisitions, financings and greenfield developments.</li>
<li> Provide advice to team leaders on Equinor’s US renewables portfolio and strategy.</li>
<li> Represent Equinor in multiple aspects of the business and provide general legal support.</li>
<li> Effectively and efficiently engage and manage outside counsel.</li>
<li> Increase Equinor’s internal legal knowledge and capacity through continuous knowledge sharing.</li>
<li> Collaborate with colleagues as we develop our renewables business cross the globe.</li>
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<p>You</p>
<p> Some qualities are essential for Equinor. You identify with our values, open, collaborative, courageous and caring, which guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow. You make safety your priority and contribute to our zero-harm culture. For this position, we are also looking for:</p>
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<li>Juris Doctor from an accredited US law school required and qualified to practice law in the US. New York barred would be an asset.</li>
<li> 5+ years of law firm and/or in-house experience advising on construction, energy/infrastructure project development and joint ventures (EPC, off-take, real estate, etc.) and project-related transactions (e.g., purchase and sales, equity investments, debt financings, etc.).</li>
<li> Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.</li>
<li> Experience working in construction, US power/energy sector, and/or renewable energy sector preferred.</li>
<li> A business-oriented attorney with a self-starter mindset, who can be nimble, prioritize, and move projects forward independently</li>
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<p>General information</p>
<p> Candidates are expected to openly offer all relevant information about themselves during the recruitment process. All permanent and temporary hires will be screened against relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions law.</p>
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Why join us?
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<p>At Equinor, we care about each other as much as our business. That's why we offer:</p>
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<li><b>Not just a job; a career.</b> In Equinor, your development begins on day one. You will build your competence through a wide range of learning activities while being empowered to build your career across multiple disciplines and geographies. Our internal job market allows endless opportunities for development and growth within your own field or in other interesting and relevant areas for you.</li>
<li><b>Attractive rewards.</b> We offer a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries, global parental leave, variable pay schemes and a share savings plan.</li>
<li><b>Wellness and work-life balance.</b> Our employees' well-being is a priority. We recognise that for you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace, being able to collect your children, attend a class or simply enjoy social time can be invaluable. That's why we encourage you to make use of our flexible work arrangements.</li>
<li><b>An inclusive culture.</b> We believe embracing our differences makes us stronger. For us true inclusion means being able to bring your whole self to work, and for everyone to feel accepted and valued.</li>
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<p> For more information visit Equinor's website: <b>https://www.equinor.com/</b></p>
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<li><b>EEO Is The Law and Pay Transparency.</b> Federal contractors are required to disseminate the EEO Is the Law poster and Supplement, including the addition of sexual orientation and gender identity as protected classes, as well as the Pay Transparency provision by posting and electronic posting in conspicuous places available to employees and applicants for employment..</li>
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<p><b> Link to posters: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters/</b></p>
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<li><b>EEO Statement.</b> Equinor provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws..</li>
<li><b>Accommodation Statement.</b> Equinor will make reasonable accommodation to assist a person with a disability in the application process. If you need an accommodation in order to apply for a position please contact <b>gm_arisoamer@equinor.com</b><b><br> </b></li>
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<p><br> We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.</p>
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