Corporate Counsel – Commercial

Boart Longyear is a global leader in drilling services, providing innovative and reliable solutions to the mining and drilling industry. With a rich history spanning over 130 years, Boart Longyear is committed to delivering excellence in safety, drilling services, and technology. 

We are seeking a Corporate Counsel - Commercial to support the Drilling Services division. This role serves as a key business partner to commercial, operations, finance, and supply chain teams, providing timely and pragmatic legal support throughout the global contracting lifecycle. The position also acts as a central legal partner helping align commercial contracting practices across regions and reports directly to our General Counsel - Drilling Services.

Responsibilities

Commercial Contracts & Negotiation

• Draft, review and negotiate drilling and service contracts, master service agreements, vendor and supplier agreements, client proposals, and NDAs.
• Advise commercial and operations teams on contract interpretation, risk allocation, performance obligations, warranty language, indemnities, and limitations of liability.
• Partner closely with commercial teams on bids and contract qualification requirements, helping coordinate a consistent contracting approach across regions.
• Collaborate with compliance, finance, ESG/ESH, and operations teams to ensure contract terms align with safety, regulatory and operational requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance standard contract templates, clause libraries, and playbooks to drive consistent, efficient global contracting practices, and support adoption through practical guidance and training.
• Evaluate and improve contract workflows, document management practices, and contract lifecycle or matter-management tools to enhance efficiency, user experience, and scalable ways of working.

Education

• LL.B./J.D. or equivalent law degree from a recognized institution required.
• Valid practicing certificate

Experience

• Minimum 7 years of experience practicing commercial or corporate law, with solid experience in contract drafting and negotiation and the ability to ramp quickly into an independent, globally connected role
• In‑house experience preferred; background in drilling, mining, oil & gas, industrial services, or manufacturing strongly preferred

• Contracting experience across multiple jurisdictions (U.S., Canada, Australia, LATAM), with the ability to help align practices across diverse commercial teams
• Excellent written and verbal (English) communication skills, including the ability to translate legal guidance into practical direction for business stakeholders
• Strong business acumen and solutions-oriented approach, delivering clear, practical legal advice under time pressure and across time zones, with sound judgment around commercial risk
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while identifying process improvement opportunities; experience implementing or optimizing contract management tools and comfort using practical technology, including AI-enabled tools for routine work, is advantageous
• Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and with other corporate departments, while influencing stakeholders and operating resourcefully in a lean environment
• Professional Spanish fluency is required; French language capability is preferred.

Compensation, Benefits and Perks

Talented people are attracted to companies with long-term success and a supportive workplace culture that encourages work-life balance. Boart Longyear offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. If hired, you can expect: 

• a strong compensation plan
• medical, vision, and dental program
• retirement program
• employee recognition rewards program (BRAVO)
• employee assistance program

Company Overview 

About Boart Longyear 

Since 1890, Boart Longyear has led the way in drilling services, orebody knowledge technology, and productivity-driven equipment for mining and exploration. We support projects across copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and more—with additional work in energy, oil sands, and environmental sectors. 

What You’ll Be Part Of 

Global Drilling Services:

At Boart Longyear Drilling Services, you’ll join a world-leading provider of contract drilling solutions with a legacy of safe and reliable performance since 1890. Our Drilling Services division delivers a full range of drilling capabilities — including mineral exploration, water services, production drilling, reverse circulation, sonic, surface and underground coring — for a diverse global customer base spanning copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium and other critical commodities. We are recognized for innovative solutions, technical expertise, and operational excellence in some of the most challenging environments worldwide, backed by deep investment in safety, people, and equipment. 

Our People & Values 

Great ideas come from diverse teams. We foster an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone is heard. Our vision: lead the industry in safety, innovation, and productivity. Our values: Integrity, Health & Safety, Teamwork & Diversity, Customer Focus, and Sustainability. 
 
Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. Learn more at boartlongyear.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter(X). 
 
Interested? Apply now at https://careers.boartlongyear.com/. Boart Longyear is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We appreciate all applicants from all backgrounds; only those selected for interview will be contacted.