Associate General CounselLocation:Brentwood, TN, US, 37027Are you looking for a career in a dynamic and innovative company that values versatility, growth, and teamwork? Look no further than Delek US Holdings!WHAT IS DELEK? WHAT DO WE DO?We are a boutique-sized diversified downstream energy company with a range of assets, including petroleum refining, logistics, renewable fuels, and convenience store retailing.
Our refineries in Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana have a combined crude capacity of 302,000 barrels per day
Our logistics business currently owns and operates 720 miles of crude and product pipelines, a 600-mile crude oil gathering system, and storage tanks and terminals.
Our Retail or convenience store part of Delek, runs over 250 stores in Texas and New Mexico. We also have company-branded New-to-Industry DK stores in the southern part of the US!
Our three renewables’ plants in Texas, Arkansas, and Mississippi combined can produce 40 million gallons of biodiesel fuel a year.
DELEK BENEFITSWe offer fantastic benefits that include up to a 10% match on 401K on your hire start, with a vesting timeline of only one year, along with medical benefits that start on day onewith a 30% premium rebate annually! We value your well-being and all employees now have access to the Calm app for FREE, which is used for meditation, stress management, and better sleep. Through our performance management program, you can earn additional annual incentives as you set and achieve goals. Our pay for performance culture motivates our employees to improve Delek’s year-over-year company, business unit, and individual results. With some of the highest bonus payouts in recent years, we know that our success is due to our talented and dedicated team. We are looking for individuals like you to help us continue this momentum and bring new ideas to the table. At Delek, you will have the opportunity to make an impact and grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment.JOB SUMMARYAs an Associate General Counsel, you will provide comprehensive legal support across various areas of our energy businesses, focusing primarily on commercial transactions for the purchase and service of equipment and other items. Based in our Brentwood, TN office, you will serve as legal counsel to multiple Delek businesses, offering innovative legal strategies to navigate contract requirements, negotiations, obligations, claims, and exposures.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
4 year / Bachelor's Degree (Required)
Juris Doctorate Degree (Required)
In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Six (6) or more years Litigation experience and progressive management experience (Required)
Ten (10) or more years In-house or law firm experience (Required)
No Licensure or Certification Required.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Legal Proceedings
Negotiating
Ethics
Relationship Management
Regulatory Compliance
Contracting
Corporate Governance
Business Acumen
Mergers and Acquisitions
Managing People
Leading Diverse Team
Assesses and identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develop and implement corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues, and provide general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future
Draft, review, and negotiate a diverse range of commercial agreements, including offtake agreements, transportation services, supply and procurement contracts, joint venture agreements, construction contracts, and service agreements.
Provide strategic legal advice on contract terms, conditions, and risks to safeguard the company’s interests while aligning with business objectives.
Lead negotiations with key stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and partners, ensuring contracts comply with business strategy and legal requirements.
Advise internal business units on potential risks associated with commercial transactions, including liability, indemnity, insurance, and regulatory compliance matters.
Collaborate with finance, procurement, and operational teams to devise strategies for mitigating risks in contractual arrangements.
Ensure compliance of commercial contracts with federal, state, and international regulations relevant to the energy industry.
Provide legal support in significant transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures, focusing on commercial and contractual aspects.
Oversee due diligence related to commercial agreements in potential transactions and advise on deal structuring from a legal and risk perspective.
Partner with internal teams, including procurement, sales, project management, and operations, to align commercial agreements with company objectives and policies.
Serve as the primary legal contact for business units on commercial transactions, offering timely and actionable advice.
Implement and maintain best practices for contract management, including systems for tracking contract terms, obligations, and renewals.
Train business teams on contract processes, terms, and legal requirements to ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory frameworks.
Manage disputes arising from commercial agreements, including contract breaches, performance issues, and liability claims.
Lead internal investigations and collaborate with external counsel as needed for arbitration, mediation, or litigation related to commercial contracts.
Provide a full range of legal advice and services as an attorney, potentially serving as counsel to specific business units or as a corporate-level subject matter expert in disciplines such as employment law, intellectual property, or litigation.
Assess and identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develop and implement corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues.
Collaborate closely with the General Counsel and colleagues in Legal, Corporate & Securities counsel, Internal Audit, Risk Management, HR, Finance, and other core functions to further business and compliance objectives
Engage with the Board of Directors to report, advise, and develop compliance-related programs
Acts as a business partner to drive integrity and compliance (internal and external) matters of major importance to the company and provide information and counsel on matters related to all aspects of compliance, including reporting ongoing compliance, fraud, waste, and abuse
Collaborates closely with the General Counsel and colleagues in Legal, Corporate & Securities counsel, Internal Audit, Risk Management, HR, Finance, and other core functions to further business and Compliance Program objectives
Monitors and audits and, as necessary, helps coordinate compliance activities across the enterprise
Engages with the Board of Directors to report, advise and develop compliancerelated programs and procedures
While this job description aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the role, it may not detail every task or responsibility required.
CORE COMPETENCIESCHANGE AGILITY (LEVEL 4 LEADING):Identifies, initiates, and adapts to organizational changes that foster enhanced effectiveness, efficiency, safety, and ultimately business results.COLLABORATION (LEVEL 4 LEADING):Sees connection points across the organization and partners effectively with others to achieve common goals.DECISION MAKING (LEVEL 4 LEADING):Selects a course of action to reduce risk and uncertainty and create optimal outcomes.DRIVE FOR RESULTS (LEVEL 4 LEADING):Drives to achieve challenging performance objectives.TEAM BUILDING (LEVEL 4 LEADING):Builds trust, fosters openness, and provides support. As the manager of a team, selects and motivates a strong team.#LI-MG1We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.