About Company:
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WHY JOIN NEWPARK FLUIDS SYSTEMS?
One of our Core Values is Excellence. It means we are committed to delivering value through performance, innovation, and service quality, and that commitment starts with YOU! Newpark is where you can challenge yourself in new and exciting ways and work in an environment that supports and values you. At Newpark, we are committed to finding, developing, retaining, and rewarding the best talent while providing an environment where our employees can grow professionally and personally.
WHO WE ARE
Newpark Fluids Systems is a leading provider of innovative drilling fluids solutions, with a global presence in large-scale, long-term markets, and with the most talented people in the industry. Headquartered in Katy, Texas, we serve markets worldwide, with an established presence, demonstrating our commitment to being a strong and reliable partner for our customers, wherever they need us to be.
WHAT WE DO
Our drive is to help customers with a wide range of fluids solutions and expertise to meet their most demanding reservoir needs. This drive is the catalyst for innovation and ongoing development of next-generation products and services to help customers stay ahead of the curve.
WHAT WE VALUE
We maintain an unwavering commitment to act following our Core Values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Excellence, and Accountability, ensuring our customers receive the best products and services we can offer and that our employees experience a safe workplace where they can thrive:
Safety - Protecting each other like family while sustaining the environment in which we work.
Integrity - Acting honestly, ethically, and responsibly in all aspects of our business.
Respect - Dealing fairly and openly with employees, customers, suppliers, and the community.
Excellence - Delivering value through performance, innovation, and service quality.
Accountability - Using good judgment and taking responsibility for our actions.
About the Role:
Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel - International Operations
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated attorney to join our legal team in Manchester. The successful candidate will be a US-, EU-, or Middle East–licensed lawyer with a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience. This role requires a versatile practitioner who can work independently to support a wide range of legal matters across our operations in the Eastern Hemisphere, with a focus on contracts, compliance, dispute resolution, corporate governance, and regulatory matters. Newpark conducts business and has ongoing operations in over twenty countries.
Minimum Qualifications
* Licensed attorney admitted in the United States, European Union, or a Middle Eastern jurisdiction.
* Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in an international or cross-border legal environment. Broad experience across commercial contracts, litigation management, compliance, and corporate governance.
* Familiarity with EU, US, Middle Eastern, and international regulatory frameworks, including REACH and sanctions.
* Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects, and provide pragmatic business-focused advice.
Preferred Qualifications
* Previous in-house counsel experience in a multinational organization, with experience in oil and gas related industries highly preferred
* Experience with chemicals, industrial services, or logistics sectors.
* Strong organizational skills and ability to manage complex international matters.
* Collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset.
Key Responsibilities
Contract Management
* Review, draft, and negotiate customer contracts, vendor agreements, property leases, equipment rental agreements, distributor/agent agreements, and subcontractor arrangements.
* Provide risk assessments and pragmatic solutions to support commercial objectives.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
* Manage international litigation and disputes, including third-party contract disputes, employment-related claims, and personal injury/property damage claims.
* Coordinate with external counsel and advise management on strategy and resolution.
Compliance
* Support the global compliance program by reviewing third-party due diligence reports, delivering compliance training to employees and partners, and conducting internal investigations.
* Advise management on anti-bribery, corruption, and other compliance matters.
Corporate Governance
* Draft and manage powers of attorney, authorization letters, and related governance documents.
* Support annual corporate filings, board meeting preparations, and documentation for intercompany financing (e.g., loans, dividends).
Regulatory Compliance
* Provide legal support to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including REACH, export controls, sanctions, and laws governing the transport of chemical products.
What We Offer
* Opportunity to play a key role in shaping legal support for a global business.
* Dynamic, international working environment with exposure to senior leadership.
Successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom. Newpark will not sponsor employment.