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NextDecade
United States, Texas, Houston
1000 Louisiana Street (Show on map)
Feb 12, 2026
ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower-carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost-effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. NextDecade's common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol "NEXT." NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit www.next-decade.com . SUMMARY OF THE ROLE The successful candidate will provide legal support for a high volume of procurement and commercial contracting activities. The successful candidate will ensure the Company remains in compliance with applicable laws and internal standards, mitigate legal risks in executing contracting strategies, and partner with cross-functional teams to enable successful project execution. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Draft, review, and negotiate procurement and commercial agreements, including non-disclosure agreements, services agreements, professional services agreements, purchase orders, engineering, procurement and construction agreements, operational agreements, and consultancy agreements. Demonstrate the ability to manage contractual matters end-to-end. Advise business units on legal risks, compliance requirements, and mitigation strategies. Collaborate with Supply Chain, Commercial, Engineering & Construction, Operations, and corporate teams to ensure timely and compliant contract execution and process management. There is a high degree of collaboration internally, with potential for mentoring of contracts managers. Manage claims and disputes, providing strategic guidance to minimize exposure. Support development of contracting policies and templates to streamline processes. EDUCATION, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, & COMPETENCIES Deep understanding of general contract law, with particular experience in procurement. Ability to secure favorable terms while maintaining strong relationships and commercial objectives. Proactive identification and mitigation of legal and compliance risks, and comfortable with operating with evolving processes Effective partnership with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. Clear, concise, and persuasive written and verbal communication. Education: J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed and in good standing. 4 to 7 years in legal roles, with LNG or large-scale energy sector project development experience preferred. Strong negotiation and drafting skills. Ability to manage complex contracts and advise on compliance. Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management capabilities. Work Environment This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work within or outside of a complex construction environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers/fax, filing cabinets, etc. This is primarily a sedentary role; however, the incumbent must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform all essential job functions for a full shift. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA-recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job. * Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. as required in order to lift files, boxes and office equipment as necessary. * Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, standing on a stool, or climbing as necessary to perform these functions. * While performing the duties of this role, the incumbent may be required to talk or hear. * The incumbent is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. * Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities. * Able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@next-decade.com. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. NEXTDECADE VALUES* * Safety - We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us. * Integrity - We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do. * Honesty - We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions. * Respect - We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work. * Transparency - Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders. * Diversity - We value diversity of experiences and thoughts. It takes people with different strengths and backgrounds to make our company succeed. NextDecade provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.