What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Counsel position at SLB?
About SLB
SLB is the world's leading provider of technology and services to the energy industry. With operations in more than 100 countries, we are at the forefront of energy innovation — driving the transition toward a more sustainable and efficient energy future. Joining SLB means being part of a global team that values excellence, integrity, and impact.
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
SLB is the world's leading provider of technology and services to the energy industry. With operations in more than 100 countries, we are at the forefront of energy innovation — driving the transition toward a more sustainable and efficient energy future. Joining SLB means being part of a global team that values excellence, integrity, and impact.
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.
- Lead and support negotiations of customer, vendor, and other commercial contracts, ensuring SLB's interests are protected while enabling business growth.
- Manage disputes, regulatory inquiries, and litigation matters, coordinating with outside counsel and internal stakeholders to mitigate legal and business risk.
- 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.
- Provide legal support for corporate governance, entity management, M&A activity, government relations, and regulatory filings within the region.
- Oversee the engagement, quality, and cost-effectiveness of outside legal counsel.
- Identify and support legal frameworks for new business opportunities and growth initiatives in the region.
- 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.
- 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.