Continuing the reshuffling in the corporate world, Baker Hughes announced the appointment of Georgia Magno as its new Chief Legal Officer, to start effective from January 1. The disclosure made on Tuesday marks a critical milestone for both the company and Magno. Bloomberg Law Automation reported the news.
Prior to this appointment, Magno held the position of vice president and general counsel for Baker Hughes’ industrial and energy technology business segment. In her upcoming role, she will be overseeing the company’s legal and regulatory affairs, compliance functions, and corporate governance, according to the public declaration by Baker Hughes.
The new Chief Legal Officer is no stranger to the international legal scene. Before joining Baker Hughes, she showcased her skills as an international litigator with renowned law firms Cleary Gottlieb and Weil Gotshal. As Georgia Magno steps into the role of Baker Hughes’ Chief Legal Officer, she brings a wealth of experience that positions her to successfully navigate the legal labyrinth associated with overseeing a multinational industrial service company.
The news of Magno’s appointment coincides with a period of significant corporate reshuffling across the industry as companies restructure their executive teams to tackle emerging global challenges. More about the announcement can be found in the press release.