Overview The Senior Counsel – Contract Intelligence and AI Integration will lead the implementation and oversight of artificial-intelligence-based contract review tools to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and risk management across the Legal Department. This attorney will analyze all incoming contracts using AI-driven platforms, identify potential risks or deviations, and collaborate with responsible attorneys to improve and standardize contract language. The role requires strong legal acumen combined with technological fluency and a commitment to innovation and process improvement. NOTE: This is an IN-OFFICE opportunity only, located in the SH 288 and Hwy 518 area. 25 Days PTO Medical * Dental * Vision 401k 100% Match up to 6% The essential job functions include, but are not limited to: • Lead the deployment and continuous optimization of AI-powered contract review and analytics tools used by the Legal Department • Evaluate every contract submitted for legal review to identify key risks, missing terms, and inconsistencies using AI and machine-learning platforms • Collaborate with responsible attorneys to revise and enhance contract language based on AI recommendations and best practices • Develop and maintain standardized contract templates, clause libraries, and playbooks informed by AI data and business trends • Serve as subject-matter expert on legal AI applications and train attorneys and paralegals on effective use of AI tools • Collaborate with IT and Procurement to ensure secure integration of AI platforms and compliance with data-privacy and confidentiality requirements • Research and stay current on AI regulations, legal-ethics guidelines, and technology trends affecting contract management • Track and report metrics on contract review efficiency, risk identification, and process improvement outcomes • Assist the Assistant General Counsel and other department attorneys with complex contract negotiations and projects • Maintain organized records, deadlines, and workflows within the company’s contract management system • It is an essential function of this job for the employee to work in-office at the employee’s assigned work site. No remote work is available • Perform other duties as required and/or assigned • Employee must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation The position requirements include but are not limited to: • Licensed to practice law in Texas or licensed in another state and eligible to become licensed in Texas within one year • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school • Minimum 8–10 years of experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and risk management • Demonstrated experience with AI-driven contract review or document automation platforms (e.g., Ironclad, Evisort, Luminance, Harvey, etc.) • Proficient skill level with Microsoft Applications • Familiarity with Lexis and Westlaw legal research tools • Prior in-house experience preferred, especially in a high-volume contracting environment • Strong understanding of data-privacy, confidentiality, and AI-ethics principles in legal workflows Joining our team puts you on a path where opportunity for advancement is available. Buc-ee's, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer