Senior Legal Counsel

Expro; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job description

We know it's our people that make Expro great, and we offer a fulfilling career across all disciplines of our international organization.

We're at the heart of the energy transition, developing and delivering future-facing technologies in support of a more sustainable future for us all. From ground-breaking use of our technologies and expertise, through to tremendous community partnerships, we take our responsibilities as a Citizen of the World seriously.

Our rich history is built on decades of experience, teamwork and outstanding performance… and our future is built on people like you!

Overall Purpose of the Job

The Senior Legal Counsel is a core member of the Expro ESSA and MENA Legal team responsible for advising on all legal issues across all Expro business streams within the ESSA and MENA Regions and acting as the lead lawyer in Aberdeen and supporting the Managing Counsel. The Senior Legal Counsel will engage with the business at many different levels to provide guidance on a wide variety of legal issues.

The role will report to the ESSA & MENA Managing Counsel.

Key Activities And Accountabilities

• Lead lawyer in Aberdeen providing guidance to Legal Counsels, where needed;
• Reviewing and negotiating legal documentation with external parties including contracts, terms and conditions, NDAs, MoUs, settlement agreements, parent company guarantees and approvals for all of the above;
• Drafting legal documentation for Expro internal businesses including secondment agreements, corporate services agreements, powers of attorney, data sharing agreements;
• Developing and delivering on-line and in-person training on contract terms and other legal issues;
• Advising on settlement options and negotiation of disputes;
• Conducting legal research;
• Liaising with senior management, HR, Insurance, Tax, Treasury and Compliance in relation to contract structures and other company matters;
• Company secretarial matters for all existing entities and branches;
• Advice on undertaking business in new geographical locations including new branch and entity set up as required;
• Opening and closing entities and branches as required;
• Providing advice on various other legal matters including property transactions, banking, employment, IP, debt recovery and corporate re-structuring;
• Managing outside counsel;
• Assist in creating and revising policies and procedures for Expro;
• Monitor external developments in relation to new legislation and enforcement.

Job Knowledge And Qualifications

• Previous contracts, legal and compliance experience essential;
• Experience of managing a team would be advantageous;
• International experience preferred but not essential;
• Law Degree by recognised UK or US institution preferred.

Required Skills

• Self-motivated and able to manage conflicting priorities and tasks;
• Copes effectively in demanding circumstances;
• Good time management, adopting a flexible approach to work;
• Demonstrates persistence and commitment to completing tasks and objectives;
• Pays attention to detail and quality of work;
• Demonstrates a commitment to improving working practices and supports company plans and policies;
• Demonstrates sound judgement and good decision-making when dealing with problems;
• Able to identify a problem arising and can develop a solution or take the correct course of action;
• Knows when to seek guidance or further input from others before taking action;
• Checks that information is accurate and complete;
• Looks for new solutions to problems as well as tried and tested methods;
• Able to communicate to colleagues in a clear, constructive, and professional way;
• Communicate with external stakeholders and clients whilst ensuring the company is always represented in a professional manner;
• Willing to contribute ideas and seek improvements and solutions.

At Expro, we live by our values, People, Performance, Planet and Partnerships. People are always at the heart of our success.

Expro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions relating to qualified candidates are made fairly and consistently. Diversity and inclusiveness is important to our current and future success by providing varied experiences, ideas and insights to inform decisions, identify new approaches and solve business challenges.

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