We are looking for a Contracts Analyst to support commercial agreement activities for natural gas, NGL, and crude oil marketing in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will work closely with legal, commercial, finance, and operations teams to prepare, evaluate, and manage contracts that align with company standards and regulatory expectations. This position is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who can balance risk awareness, organization, and responsiveness in a fast-moving energy environment.
Responsibilities:
• Draft, revise, and analyze agreements tied to the purchase, sale, and transportation of natural gas, NGLs, and crude oil.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external counterparties to support contract discussions and help secure commercially sound terms.
• Review contract language for accuracy, consistency, and alignment with internal policies, market standards, and legal requirements.
• Track contractual obligations and monitor compliance with applicable regulations and agreed terms.
• Maintain organized contract files, version control, and supporting documentation so records remain current and accessible.
• Work with legal, finance, and operations teams to address contract questions, resolve discrepancies, and support day-to-day agreement administration.
• Evaluate contractual provisions for potential commercial or legal exposure and recommend practical revisions to reduce risk.
• Prepare summaries, status updates, and performance reporting related to contract activity, trends, and key metrics.
• Contribute to improvements in contract administration processes to increase efficiency, accuracy, and overall effectiveness.• Bachelor’s degree in business, paralegal studies, law, finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in contract administration, contract management, or contract analysis.
• Background supporting contracts within the energy commodity industry, particularly natural gas, NGLs, or crude oil, is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of contract negotiation principles, pricing structures, and commercial terms.
• Familiarity with contract lifecycle management tools and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with energy trading and risk management platforms is an advantage, and exposure to TriplePoint is especially desirable.
• Strong analytical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across legal, commercial, finance, and operations teams.