Corporate & Securities Counsel

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units - Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services - we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

The Senior Principal Legal Counsel, Finance is the senior legal authority responsible for leading all legal aspects of the company’s corporate finance strategy. This role provides strategic counsel on mergers & acquisitions (M&A), initial public offering (IPO) readiness, corporate governance, securities law compliance, and public and private financing transactions. The position partners closely with executive leadership, the finance organization, and external advisors to design and execute complex financial and strategic transactions that support the company’s growth and long‑term objectives.

The position will include the following responsibilities:

• IPO and Capital Markets
  
  • Serve as legal lead for IPO readiness, including preparation of registration statements, prospectuses, governance restructuring, equity plans, and disclosure controls
  • Advise on listing standards, reporting requirements, and investor facing disclosures
  • Manage relationships with external counsel
• Securities Law & Regulatory Compliance
  
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state securities laws, SEC regulations, stock exchange rules, and applicable international regulations
  • Oversee preparation and review of periodic filings (e.g., 10 K, 10 Q, 8 K), proxy statements, and other public disclosures
  • Implement and maintain robust insider trading policies, corporate governance frameworks, and disclosure controls
• Financing Transactions
  
  • Lead legal review and negotiation of credit agreements, loan facilities, bond issuances, security agreements, intercreditor agreements, and other financing documents
  • Ensure compliance with covenants, reporting obligations, and contractual commitments across corporate financing structures
  • Advise on capital structure optimization and risk mitigation
• Corporate Governance
  
  • Provide guidance to the Board of Directors and executive leadership on governance best practices, fiduciary duties, committee charters, and board operations
  • Support board and committee meeting materials, resolutions, and corporate records
  • Maintain compliance with existing and emerging governance regulations
• Mergers & Acquisitions
  
  • Lead legal strategy and execution for domestic and international M&A transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic investments
  • Oversee due diligence, negotiation of term sheets, purchase agreements, transition services agreements, and integration related contracts
  • Advise senior leadership and the board on deal structure, risks, regulatory considerations, and post-closing obligations
• Risk Management & Compliance Leadership
  
  • Identify, manage, and mitigate legal risks associated with the company’s financial strategies and transactions
  • Support maintenance of financial compliance frameworks, including SOX related controls where applicable
  • Collaborate with enterprise risk management, internal audit, and finance teams to ensure regulatory alignment
• Leadership & Cross Functional Collaboration
  
  • Lead, mentor, and develop attorneys and legal professionals focused on corporate finance and securities matters
  • Serve as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other senior executives

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; strong academic credentials.
• Active license to practice law in Texas or other acceptable US jurisdiction.
• 15+ years of experience in corporate finance, securities law, and M&A at a top-tier law firm or public company
• 20+ years of industry experience
• Demonstrated leadership of IPO, capital markets, and complex financing transactions
• Experience advising executive leadership and governing boards
• Deep knowledge of securities regulations, including SEC rules and stock exchange requirements
• Expertise in M&A, corporate governance, and capital markets law
• Must exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills with reliable judgment

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills for complex financial agreements
• Business‑minded, with the ability to balance legal risk and strategic objectives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in providing practical legal advice to management
• Mentally agile and ability to multi-task and manage tight deadlines
• Knowledge of commercial, sales, and negotiation strategies
• High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated business partnering skills with the ability to influence the organization
• Adaptability and agility to learn and contribute in varying and complex environments
• A mature business and technical acumen coupled with a drive to achieve results
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work and build credibility across the business, up to and including senior management level
• Must be flexible and able to adapt to constantly changing requirements while taking steps necessary to meet challenging internal and external deadlines.
• Must be detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and solve problems.
• Must be a team player and can deal tactfully with internal business clients and colleagues.
• Ability to manage heavy workload in a high-pressure environment
• Proactively embraces and promotes the company’s values and culture, including a healthy and safe work environment