The RoleWe are looking for a talented and business-minded attorney to join our legal team as Regional Legal Counsel for the US and Canada. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role embedded within a dynamic regional business team, where you will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders across multiple business functions.
You will be the go-to legal partner for the region - handling everything from complex commercial transactions and compliance matters to litigation management and corporate governance. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving real business problems, and want your legal work to have direct impact, this role is for you.
What You Will Do Day-to-Day Legal Support
- Provide proactive and practical legal guidance on employment and labor law, corporate governance, and operational compliance across the US and Canada.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with local and international legal requirements.
Commercial & Contracting
- Lead and support negotiations of customer, vendor, and other commercial contracts, ensuring SLB's interests are protected while enabling business growth.
Dispute Resolution & Litigation
- Manage disputes, regulatory inquiries, and litigation matters, coordinating with outside counsel and internal stakeholders to mitigate legal and business risk.
Compliance & Ethics
- Champion SLB's Ethics & Compliance program, including anti-corruption, trade controls, and data privacy initiatives.
- Conduct compliance investigations and support a culture of integrity throughout the region.
Corporate & Regulatory
- Provide legal support for corporate governance, entity management, M&A activity, government relations, and regulatory filings within the region.
Outside Counsel Management
- Oversee the engagement, quality, and cost-effectiveness of outside legal counsel.
Business Growth
- Identify and support legal frameworks for new business opportunities and growth initiatives in the region.
Why SLB- Global platform with exposure to complex, cross-border legal matters.
- Collaborative and high-performing legal team with strong internal support.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to grow within one of the most recognized names in the energy industry.
- A culture built on innovation, inclusion, and long-term impact.
What We Are Looking For- JD from an ABA-accredited law school; admitted to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, in good standing.
- 2-7 years of relevant legal experience, whether in a law firm, in-house, or both.
- Strong business judgment and ability to provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a complex, fast-moving environment.
- Experience in commercial contracting, compliance, or corporate matters strongly preferred.
- Litigation background is a plus.