Legal Consultant – Energy / Oil & Gas

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APAC, Singapore
Annual salary
Undisclosed
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Employment type
Full Time,
Job posted
Apply before
11 Jul 2026
Experience level
Senior
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26 / 8

About Axiom

Axiom is the world’s leading provider of legal talent, helping businesses build better legal teams and drive better business outcomes.

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AI Summary

This Legal Consultant role focuses on the energy, oil & gas sector, requiring 4+ years of experience in private practice or in-house. Responsibilities include providing practical legal advice on a wide range of energy-related matters, drafting and negotiating agreements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing joint venture obligations. The position offers the opportunity to work with Fortune 500 clients as part of Axiom, a leader in diversity and legal innovation. This is a consulting role that can be structured as an employee or independent consultant, with a focus on commercial and strategic legal support. The job is based in Singapore but involves global clients, and the company emphasizes equal opportunity and professional development.

Role DNA

Job Complexity
Easy Hard
Pace & Pressure
Relaxed Fast-paced
Autonomy Level
Guided Full Ownership
Communication Load
Independent Highly Collaborative
AI Insight The role requires specialized expertise in energy/oil & gas law, complex contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance, which demands a high level of skill and experience, but it is not entry-level and is manageable for a senior consultant.

Salary Analysis

Median Highly Competitive
$160,000
US Market
$120k – 200k
0 $220k
AI Insight No salary was provided in the listing. Based on market data for a Legal Consultant with 4+ years in energy/oil & gas, the estimated median salary is $160,000, with a typical range of $120,000 to $200,000. This is a competitive range for this specialized legal role.

Key Skills

Legal Consulting Energy Law Oil & Gas Contract Negotiation Regulatory Compliance Joint Ventures Project Financing EPC Contracts Commercial Legal Advice Risk Management

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my strong interest in the Legal Consultant - Energy / Oil & Gas position at Axiom. With over 4 years of experience in the energy sector, both in private practice and in-house, I have developed a deep understanding of the legal and commercial complexities in this field. I have successfully drafted, reviewed, and negotiated a variety of agreements, including EPC contracts, project financing documents, and joint venture arrangements.

I am particularly drawn to Axiom's innovative approach to legal services and its commitment to diversity and inclusion. My background in providing practical, commercially tailored legal advice to Fortune 500 clients aligns perfectly with the responsibilities outlined in the job description.

I am confident that my experience in managing regulatory compliance and mitigating risks in high-stakes energy projects will enable me to contribute effectively to your clients' teams. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my skills can support Axiom's continued success.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

Can you describe your experience with drafting and negotiating EPC contracts for oil and gas projects?
I have extensive experience with EPC contracts, having drafted and negotiated over 20 agreements for major upstream and midstream projects. I focus on aligning contractual terms with project objectives, managing risk allocation, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. In one notable instance, I successfully negotiated a $500 million EPC contract that reduced client liability by 15% through careful indemnity and limitation of liability clauses.
How do you stay updated on regulatory changes in the energy sector, and how have you applied this knowledge in your previous roles?
I regularly monitor updates from agencies like the FERC, EPA, and state-level regulators. I also subscribe to industry publications and attend legal seminars. In my last role, I implemented a compliance tracking system that alerted the legal team to upcoming regulatory deadlines, which helped avoid a potential $2 million penalty related to emission reporting.
Describe a complex joint venture issue you resolved. What was your approach and the outcome?
I handled a dispute between two JV partners regarding cost overruns in a drilling project. My approach was to first review the JV agreement thoroughly, then facilitate mediation sessions to align interests. I proposed a revised cost-sharing formula that balanced the partners' contributions. The outcome was a signed amendment, preserving the relationship and avoiding litigation.
How do you balance providing legal advice with commercial considerations when advising internal stakeholders?
I always start by understanding the business objective behind a request. Then I present legal risks in a clear, prioritized manner, suggesting practical solutions that minimize risk without hindering business goals. For example, when a business team wanted to expedite a contract, I identified key risks and offered alternative language that satisfied both legal and commercial needs.
Why do you want to work as a consultant with Axiom rather than in a traditional law firm or in-house role?
I am attracted to the flexibility and variety that consulting offers, allowing me to work on diverse projects across different companies in the energy sector. Axiom's reputation for innovation and focus on work-life balance aligns with my career goals. Additionally, the opportunity to be part of a global network of legal professionals and contribute to transformative legal work is very appealing.

Currently, we’re hiring Legal Consultants – Energy, Oil & Gas to join us with:

  • Ideally 4+ years’ experience within the energy, oil & gas space, gained either within private practice or in house

The responsibilities for this role will include: 

  • Working side by side with the legal and business teams of our F500 clients to help internal stakeholders meet company goals
  • Providing practical legal advice / commercially tailored support on a wide spectrum of energy / oil & gas related matters
  • Drafting, reviewing, negotiating and advising on a variety of agreements in relation to bids and tenders, new market entries, project financing, EPC contracts and other operational issues
  • Ensuring compliance to the regulatory framework, while maintaining and updating documentation on regulatory requirements
  • Manage and resolve complex joint-venture obligations in the company’s interest to mitigate potential claims and risks

Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, offering access to a variety of professional development programs and continuing legal education opportunities. 

Since 2000, we’ve reached legal professionals globally and been committed to reimagining legal work. We seek to live up to the New York Times’ prediction that, “A more sweeping transformation may be on the horizon. And it may look a lot like Axiom”.

Our company is ranked #1 in business of law, innovation in corporate strategy, and innovation in law firm efficiency by the Financial Times.

Learn more about working at Axiom.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

We understand that many legal professionals have chosen to adopt the consultancy model, and we are happy to discuss this option with you. We offer both consultants and employees the opportunity to work with our enviable client roster. 

Contact us in complete confidence to find out more about opportunities to work with Axiom as an employee or consultant.

Axiom Global Solutions Pte. Ltd. (Axiom SG) is a registered employment agency (License #12S5884). Axiom as a corporate entity, does not offer legal advice, and is not a registered foreign law firm.

Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full privacy notice is available at https://www.axiomlaw.com/privacy-notice

Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work.

By submitting an application, you acknowledge that all information contained therein, and provided at any part of the application process, is correct and accurate to the best of your knowledge.

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