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Summary The Procurement Law Specialist develops and maintains strategic policies and standard procurement documents, under the direction of the Vice-President, Operations—Procurement. The incumbent supports this executive, as required, and provides expert guidance and advice on legal matters associated with procurement. The incumbent develops and maintains relationships with internal and external stakeholders, industry and other government organizations, and exerts national influence in the area of procurement. Primary • Provide advice on legal matters related to procurement • Manage risk in the procurement process • Develop and maintain solicitation and contract documents to support contract services delivery • Carry out research for unique procurement requirements • Develop innovative procurement procedures (e.g. procurement techniques for unique requirements) • Develop and maintain strategic policies • Develop, lead and manage strategic corporate initiatives related to procurement • Maintain the fraud detection and prevention program • Produce and manage effective internal and external reports, analyze data and make recommendations to support the Vice-President, Operations—Procurement • Develop and maintain effective relationships within DCC, and with industry, other government organizations and/or stakeholders Other • Participate in external committees and meetings related to procurement policy, as required by the Vice-President, Operations—Procurement (e.g. Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat committees, meetings with Global Affairs Canada related to trade agreements, industry committees) • Other duties as assigned General and Specific Knowledge • Best practices, methods, trends and legislation in procurement, competitive bidding, contract law (as it applies to construction) and trade agreements • Best practices in the construction industry • Government policies, trade agreements and external reporting requirements • Procurement risk management principles Formal Education and/or Certification(s) and Experience • Minimum: university degree in law (JD, LLB, BCL or LLL) with five or more years’ relevant experience in a law firm or company, or university degree in legal studies (BA) with ten or more years’ relevant experience Abilities • Use applicable computer software and operating systems • Possess strong research, analytical and contract writing skills • Apply risk management techniques Development and Leadership • Provide advice to senior management Working Conditions • Typical office environment with occasional travel