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Commercial Counsel
Houston, TX, USPosted 4 days ago
remote
Job Description
Commercial Counsel (US and Canada)
Overview:
CAM Industrial Solutions, a leader in industrial services and one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in Canada and the United States, is seeking a high-impact Commercial Counsel to join our dynamic team. At CAM, we believe “good” is never good enough. We aim for excellence in everything we do, and we’re looking for individuals who share that same drive, take pride in their work, and thrive in a collaborative, high-performance environment.
If you are passionate about continuous improvement, teamwork, and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and become part of our forward-thinking organization.
Visit us at https://www.camindustrialsolutions.com/.
Position Summary:
The Commercial Counsel is a key member of the CAM Legal Department responsible for the review, negotiation, and lifecycle management of commercial, customer, and vendor agreements while also contributing to broader legal department initiatives, governance, and corporate compliance. This role combines hands-on contract negotiation with strategic legal support to the General Counsel and business leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
Contract Review, Negotiation, & Management
Lead review, revision, and negotiation of customer and commercial agreements
Evaluate and advise on risk allocation, including indemnities, limits on liability, insurance structures, and damages
Draft and review lease agreements, teaming agreements, memoranda of understanding, joint venture agreements, contract amendments, and other commercial documentation
Commercial & Strategic Support
Provide legal support and review on bids, RFQs/RFPs, and project pursuits
Advise business teams on contract strategy, risk mitigation, and negotiation positioning
Participate directly in negotiations with customer procurement and legal departments
Legal Department Support & Governance
Support the General Counsel on legal initiatives and department priorities
Maintain and improve contract templates, standards, and legal processes
Assist with corporate governance matters, including subsidiary maintenance and compliance documentation
Contribute to internal legal training and policy development
Support cross-functional legal matters involving operations, HR, and finance
Contract Lifecycle & Oversight
Assist in the efficient execution and administration of agreements
Maintain contract logs and provide regular status updates to Legal Department leadership
Partner with Contracts team members to ensure consistency and quality
Qualifications:
Education, Skills, and Experience
Juris Doctor (JD) required; licensed or eligible to practice law
2-5 years experience
Meaningful experience in commercial contracts and legal practice, preferably in industrial or construction environments
Core Competencies
Advanced legal drafting and negotiation skills
Highly organized with care for detail
Ability to operate both independently and within a cross-functional team
Physical Requirements
This role requires the ability to perform work in a standard office environment, including sitting for extended periods and using a computer, keyboard, and mouse on a consistent basis. The position involves frequent viewing of digital screens, clear communication via phone and in meetings. Candidates may also need to be able to perform light physical tasks, such as lifting or moving items up to 10–25 pounds and accessing office equipment or files as needed.
Equal Employment Opportunity
CAM Industrial Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and we thrive on our differences for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and our community. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all decisions related to hiring, training, and promoting regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any legally protected characteristic or class.