Sr. Counsel, HSE

LyondellBasell Industries
United States, Texas, Houston
Feb 21, 2025
LyondellBasell Basic Function The Counsel, HSE position provides day-to-day legal support on various health, safety, and environmental (HSE) matters to LYB's global operations. The position serves as a subject matter expert in environmental, health and safety law, working closely with operations, site HSE, and corporate HSE, as well as other attorneys in the legal department, government relations, strategic projects and transactions, and corporate sustainability. The position is expected to manage a docket of HSE legal matters and function as a strategic partner to the business, analyzing complex factual and legal issues, proactively identifying issues and advising on practical solutions. The position will report to the Lead Counsel, HSES. Roles & Responsibilities Provide legal advice and counseling on HSE regulatory matters, including air, water, waste, hazardous substances, occupational and process safety, product safety, and site security Advise and represent the company in enforcement actions before agencies with jurisdiction over environmental, health and safety issues Manage privileged investigations and provide support as needed to health, safety, environmental, and security incidents Advise on HSE legal aspects of commercial transactions and mergers and acquisitions Work with legal disputes team to manage and resolve disputes with third parties relating to HSE issues Keep informed of regulatory and policy developments, participate in industry associations as designated, and partner with the business to identify potential impacts and compliance strategies Manage outside counsel involved in HSE matters, including setting and maintaining budgets Provide training to HSE and business clients #LI-RJ1 #LI-Hybrid Min. Qualifications Juris Doctor from an accredited law school Minimum of five (5) years of experience practicing health and safety or environmental law Excellent knowledge of core federal environmental laws and experience navigating state counterparts; broad-based experience including compliance counseling and enforcement defense, permitting, transactional support, and litigation Strong interpersonal, presentation, and oral and written communication skills Ability to communicate complex legal and technical issues to executives and non-legal personnel Demonstrated ability to successfully manage projects and lead cross-functional teams to achieve results Negotiation, influencing, and advocacy skills Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment A commitment to excellence, teamwork, rigor, continuous improvement and engagement Some travel required Languages: English, additional language preferred Preferred Qualifications Experience practicing health and safety or environmental law at a large law firm Experience in the chemical, petrochemical, or pipeline industries Experience working with international environmental laws Experience advising on product safety matters (e.g., TSCA, REACH, Chemical Strategy for Sustainability) Competencies Build Partnerships Deliver Results Drive Innovation Grow Capabilities Promote Inclusion Motivational/Cultural Fit Technical Skills We are LyondellBasell - a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to champion our employees, and unlock value for customers, investors and society. LyondellBasell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is strongly committed to our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. As one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit www.lyondellbasell.com or follow @LyondellBasell on LinkedIn. Must be at least 18 years of age and must be legally authorized to work in the United States (US) on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. LyondellBasell does not accept or retain unsolicitedresumes or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers. LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The US EEO is the Law poster is available here.