Upstream Legal Adviser

Upstream Legal Adviser at Brunei Shell Petroleum

Brunei Shell Petroleum (BSP) is recruiting an Upstream Legal Adviser for its Seria office. The role involves providing day-to-day legal support to BSP's upstream exploration and production operations, including contract management, procurement support, and regulatory advisory across Brunei's onshore and offshore petroleum fields.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on upstream operations including drilling, well services, and production optimisation contracts
• Review and negotiate procurement contracts, service level agreements, and vendor terms
• Advise on Brunei's petroleum licensing regime under the Petroleum Mining Act (Chapter 44)
• Handle land access and surface rights issues for onshore operations
• Advise on joint venture partner relationships and operating committee governance
• Support HSE and environmental compliance for upstream activities

• Provide legal support for BSP's upstream exploration and production operations
• Manage contracts and procurement legal matters
• Advise on regulatory compliance and partner governance

• Qualified lawyer admitted in Brunei, Malaysia, UK, or Australia
• 4-8 years of experience in energy law, commercial law, or in-house legal roles
• Law degree from a recognised university
• Experience with upstream oil and gas operations is highly valued
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Fluent in English; Malay is an advantage