Baker Hughes is a global energy technology company delivering innovative solutions across the energy value chain. Our Oilfield Services & Equipment (OFSE) business supports customers through integrated solutions that combine technology, execution excellence, and commercial discipline. We are committed to compliance, integrity, and strong partnerships that enable long‑term value creation.
Fueling Your PassionAs Legal Counsel – OFSE, Integration & Solutions (I&S), you will provide strategic and transactional legal support to the I&S business. Reporting to the I&S Segment Counsel, you will advise on complex commercial matters, vendor‑side negotiations, subcontracting structures, and project execution risks. You will partner closely with cross‑functional stakeholders to enable business objectives while ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards.
As Legal Counsel – I&S (OFSE), you will be responsible for:- Serving as a trusted legal advisor to the I&S business, supporting the I&S Segment Counsel in delivering pragmatic, business‑focused legal guidance.
- Providing legal support related to commercial strategy, risk assessment, and compliance across the I&S portfolio.
- Supporting subcontracting activities for integrated, multiparty, and technically complex projects with significant vendor involvement.
- Leading and supporting vendor‑side negotiations to protect Baker Hughes’ commercial position and mitigate contractual risk.
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a range of commercial agreements, including subcontracts, service agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, MOUs, and collaboration agreements.
- Ensuring appropriate flow‑down and back‑to‑back contractual terms with vendors and suppliers.
- Partnering with Supply Chain, Sourcing, Project Management, Risk, Commercial, and other internal functions to manage contractual and execution risk throughout the project lifecycle.
- Delivering practical, solution‑oriented legal advice aligned with operational and commercial realities.
- Supporting the development and rollout of templates, governance frameworks, processes, and best practices to improve contracting efficiency, compliance, and risk mitigation.
- Providing additional commercial legal support for the North America region, including drafting and negotiation of customer‑facing commercial agreements.
- Supporting sourcing‑related legal matters in collaboration with the broader Sourcing Legal team.
- Hold a Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal degree with active membership in at least one recognized bar association.
- Have a minimum of 7 years of hands‑on experience (in‑house and/or law firm) handling a broad range of commercial and transactional legal matters, including complex contract negotiation and deal execution.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to integrity, compliance, and professional ethics.
- Be self‑motivated and proactive, with the ability to take ownership of matters and anticipate business needs.
- Communicate complex legal issues clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
- Operate successfully in a fast‑paced, matrixed, multi‑stakeholder environment.
- Collaborate effectively across functions and regions to deliver aligned outcomes.
- Apply a pragmatic, solution‑focused mindset to balancing risk management with business enablement.
- Demonstrate adaptability, resilience, and leadership presence in a dynamic business environment.
- Experience supporting large‑scale, integrated, or technically complex projects.
- Familiarity with international contracting and cross‑border project execution.
- Strong influencing skills with commercial, operational, and executive stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
At Baker Hughes, our people are central to our success. We foster a collaborative, inclusive, and integrity‑driven culture where legal professionals are empowered to add value, develop their careers, and support the business responsibly.
Working for YouWe offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support overall well‑being and long‑term success, including:
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Financial and retirement programs
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Professional development opportunities
- Additional voluntary benefits
You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Legal Advisor - Commercial Counsel
Skills Required
- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal degree with bar membership
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in commercial and transactional law
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