The Role

We 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.

• 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.

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