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Law Clerk

The Law Society of Ontario Toronto, Ontario, Canada

The Law Clerk is responsible for providing para-professional, administrative, organizational and technical support to the Counsel, Officers and other staff in Trustee Services. This involves a full range of tasks related to Superior Court applications, the administration of court-ordered and voluntary trusteeships, and the orderly winding up of professional business, including collection, organization and distribution of documentation and property pursuant to the Law Society’s trusteeship powers. The Law Clerk will also provide general support to the Trustee Services Department, which includes file management and assisting with inventory management and cataloguing of practice related materials. On both open and closed Trusteeships, the Law Clerk will process, respond to, and track client/public and professional inquiries regarding requests and the retrieval of client/lawyer/paralegal files, wills and other valuable client property. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: A Law Clerk diploma or equivalent legal training. At least 3 years’ para-professional experience as a law clerk or legal assistant in a law practice, government and/or regulatory environment. Experience as a Litigation Law Clerk. Knowledge of law office and court practice and procedure is essential as is an understanding of basic practice areas and the ability to conduct searches and inquiries as required. The Law Clerk may be required to travel throughout the GTA and Ontario, on very short notice, and occasionally overnight, to assist in recovering practices or other Trustee Services activities. Must be able to lift and carry heavy banker boxes. Understanding of the Law Society’s mandate, services, legislation and policies. Knowledge of current trends and developments in the legal profession. Knowledge of legal procedures and substantive areas of law, particularly real estate, estates and family law. Ability to conduct a variety of legal and internet searches. Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedures, Courts of Justice Act and court practices. Proficiency in word processing, dicta-typing, spreadsheet and database applications, AS/400, IRIS, internet and intranet. Strong word processing / keyboarding skills. Able to reason through complex spoken and written general and legal information. Clear, concise and articulate verbal and written communication skills in order to compose correspondence, communicate detailed information, and effectively respond to inquiries and share information with team members. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Client/Customer Service Delivery Provides administrative assistance to the department in support of the Law Society’s exercise of its trusteeship powers including, but not limited to, organization of equipment, obtaining preliminary information for preparation of trusteeship applications, ensuring that procedural, legal and administrative requirements are met with respect to court applications, and assisting counsel with preparation of court materials. The Law Clerk may attend on execution of orders, including planning to access and pack-up of practices, and arranging for on-site shredding and movers. Ensures compliance with handling, cataloguing, securing and control of client/licensee property, and acts as liaison with storage companies and other service providers. Assists Counsel in preparation of various other court applications, and is primarily responsible for physical maintenance of court materials in department files and service of court materials. The Law Clerk reviews and executes affidavits for use in court applications and is the primary liaison with court offices. Gives evidence at discipline hearings in which a licensee’s right to practise may be affected and in civil litigation proceedings, as required. Prepares various notices of orders, and assists with client requests such as providing administrative support, word processing, spreadsheet developments and entries, revising and finalizing documents, opening and closing files, photocopying, searches, faxing, scanning and preparing correspondence, memoranda, and reports. Maintains electronic and paper files in accordance with established protocols and ensures that integrity of the database is maintained through timely keying of accurate, relevant information. Completes dicta-typing, court document processing, drafts correspondence and memoranda, and handles internal and external inquiries on behalf of the department. Carries out other specialized duties for Trustee Services, including organizing and cataloguing of practice related materials. Supports various regulatory processes by performing a range of legal searches, including real property, corporate, motor vehicle and court searches. On direction, responds to enquiries from clients, licensees, financial institutions, and on behalf of the Counsel, Officers and/or designated Trustee Services staff, and ensures that customer service standards are maintained. Provides discernment and decision-making based on experience gained while working in the legal field to determine appropriate responses to inquiries and follows up on same ensuring customer service standards are maintained. Financial Responsibility Performs monthly reconciliation of assigned Trustee Services accounts, e.g., storage, MTO, etc. Maintains office supplies for assigned work area and requisitions supplies as required. Prepares reports and statistics as required. Assists in tracking time and expenses for cost recovery, including maintaining costs sub-folder of trusteeship files. Performance Goals, Targets and Standards Contributes to the development of standardized practices, guidelines and procedures in the appropriate conduct of Trustee Services files and the implementation of both department and individual performance targets. Monitors issues and trends related to legal topics and file management, and identifies and forwards these issues to other staff in support of policy development or process change. Participates in development of specific department policies as assigned, and in particular, maintains assigned sections of department manuals. Team Membership Works closely with members of Trustee Services to ensure assigned work is processed on a timely basis and with effective utilization of resources, including assisting other staff in assignments. Provides general support to the Trustee Services department, including file management and assisting with inventory management and cataloguing of practice related materials. Engages in problem solving with team members to continuously improve workflows and departmental effectiveness. Follows specific instructions and established procedures, while being flexible and adaptive in response to changing priorities. COMPETENCIES Service Orientation The requirement to maintain a high standard of commitment, ethics, respect, care in service delivery to clients (internal and/or external). Communication and Interpersonal Skills The requirement to structure and deliver effective verbal and written communication with clients, staff, licensees, the public, and others in a non-threatening and constructive way. Team Orientation The requirement to share responsibility for the achievement of team goals and the associated behaviours required for individuals to contribute effectively in a team environment. Continuous Improvement The requirement to demonstrate an attitude that consistently strives to improve a standard of excellence for one’s self and for the benefit of the organization, its licensees and stakeholders. Problem Solving and Judgement The requirement to identify and analyze problems, determine root causes, evaluate alternative solutions and take and/or recommend appropriate solutions. Technical Competence / Professional Knowledge The requirement to apply knowledge by way of the clear legal job board and skills to carry out the work and/or provide advice. This also includes the quality of advice given, as well as the requirement to make decisions in the best interests of the organization as a whole.

Jul 28, 2019

Contract

The Law Clerk is responsible for providing para-professional, administrative, organizational and technical support to the Counsel, Officers and other staff in Trustee Services. This involves a full range of tasks related to Superior Court applications, the administration of court-ordered and voluntary trusteeships, and the orderly winding up of professional business, including collection, organization and distribution of documentation and property pursuant to the Law Society’s trusteeship powers. The Law Clerk will also provide general support to the Trustee Services Department, which includes file management and assisting with inventory management and cataloguing of practice related materials. On both open and closed Trusteeships, the Law Clerk will process, respond to, and track client/public and professional inquiries regarding requests and the retrieval of client/lawyer/paralegal files, wills and other valuable client property. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: A Law Clerk diploma or equivalent legal training. At least 3 years’ para-professional experience as a law clerk or legal assistant in a law practice, government and/or regulatory environment. Experience as a Litigation Law Clerk. Knowledge of law office and court practice and procedure is essential as is an understanding of basic practice areas and the ability to conduct searches and inquiries as required. The Law Clerk may be required to travel throughout the GTA and Ontario, on very short notice, and occasionally overnight, to assist in recovering practices or other Trustee Services activities. Must be able to lift and carry heavy banker boxes. Understanding of the Law Society’s mandate, services, legislation and policies. Knowledge of current trends and developments in the legal profession. Knowledge of legal procedures and substantive areas of law, particularly real estate, estates and family law. Ability to conduct a variety of legal and internet searches. Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedures, Courts of Justice Act and court practices. Proficiency in word processing, dicta-typing, spreadsheet and database applications, AS/400, IRIS, internet and intranet. Strong word processing / keyboarding skills. Able to reason through complex spoken and written general and legal information. Clear, concise and articulate verbal and written communication skills in order to compose correspondence, communicate detailed information, and effectively respond to inquiries and share information with team members. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Client/Customer Service Delivery Provides administrative assistance to the department in support of the Law Society’s exercise of its trusteeship powers including, but not limited to, organization of equipment, obtaining preliminary information for preparation of trusteeship applications, ensuring that procedural, legal and administrative requirements are met with respect to court applications, and assisting counsel with preparation of court materials. The Law Clerk may attend on execution of orders, including planning to access and pack-up of practices, and arranging for on-site shredding and movers. Ensures compliance with handling, cataloguing, securing and control of client/licensee property, and acts as liaison with storage companies and other service providers. Assists Counsel in preparation of various other court applications, and is primarily responsible for physical maintenance of court materials in department files and service of court materials. The Law Clerk reviews and executes affidavits for use in court applications and is the primary liaison with court offices. Gives evidence at discipline hearings in which a licensee’s right to practise may be affected and in civil litigation proceedings, as required. Prepares various notices of orders, and assists with client requests such as providing administrative support, word processing, spreadsheet developments and entries, revising and finalizing documents, opening and closing files, photocopying, searches, faxing, scanning and preparing correspondence, memoranda, and reports. Maintains electronic and paper files in accordance with established protocols and ensures that integrity of the database is maintained through timely keying of accurate, relevant information. Completes dicta-typing, court document processing, drafts correspondence and memoranda, and handles internal and external inquiries on behalf of the department. Carries out other specialized duties for Trustee Services, including organizing and cataloguing of practice related materials. Supports various regulatory processes by performing a range of legal searches, including real property, corporate, motor vehicle and court searches. On direction, responds to enquiries from clients, licensees, financial institutions, and on behalf of the Counsel, Officers and/or designated Trustee Services staff, and ensures that customer service standards are maintained. Provides discernment and decision-making based on experience gained while working in the legal field to determine appropriate responses to inquiries and follows up on same ensuring customer service standards are maintained. Financial Responsibility Performs monthly reconciliation of assigned Trustee Services accounts, e.g., storage, MTO, etc. Maintains office supplies for assigned work area and requisitions supplies as required. Prepares reports and statistics as required. Assists in tracking time and expenses for cost recovery, including maintaining costs sub-folder of trusteeship files. Performance Goals, Targets and Standards Contributes to the development of standardized practices, guidelines and procedures in the appropriate conduct of Trustee Services files and the implementation of both department and individual performance targets. Monitors issues and trends related to legal topics and file management, and identifies and forwards these issues to other staff in support of policy development or process change. Participates in development of specific department policies as assigned, and in particular, maintains assigned sections of department manuals. Team Membership Works closely with members of Trustee Services to ensure assigned work is processed on a timely basis and with effective utilization of resources, including assisting other staff in assignments. Provides general support to the Trustee Services department, including file management and assisting with inventory management and cataloguing of practice related materials. Engages in problem solving with team members to continuously improve workflows and departmental effectiveness. Follows specific instructions and established procedures, while being flexible and adaptive in response to changing priorities. COMPETENCIES Service Orientation The requirement to maintain a high standard of commitment, ethics, respect, care in service delivery to clients (internal and/or external). Communication and Interpersonal Skills The requirement to structure and deliver effective verbal and written communication with clients, staff, licensees, the public, and others in a non-threatening and constructive way. Team Orientation The requirement to share responsibility for the achievement of team goals and the associated behaviours required for individuals to contribute effectively in a team environment. Continuous Improvement The requirement to demonstrate an attitude that consistently strives to improve a standard of excellence for one’s self and for the benefit of the organization, its licensees and stakeholders. Problem Solving and Judgement The requirement to identify and analyze problems, determine root causes, evaluate alternative solutions and take and/or recommend appropriate solutions. Technical Competence / Professional Knowledge The requirement to apply knowledge by way of the clear legal job board and skills to carry out the work and/or provide advice. This also includes the quality of advice given, as well as the requirement to make decisions in the best interests of the organization as a whole.

Area Director/Staff Solicitor

Legal Aid NL Wabush, NL, Canada

Come for the career, stay for the lifestyle. Make the move to Labrador West, Newfoundland and Labrador. Legal Aid NL is currently searching for an Area Director/Staff Solicitor (Permanent) for a unique opportunity in a diverse northern community. Legal Aid NL is proud to provide an innovative and collaborative legal aid system that responds to the needs of low income persons. This is your opportunity to live in a Northern Community where your passion for access to justice and your love of the outdoors combine to provide a fast-paced, fulfilling work life balance. The successful candidate will act as delegate for the Provincial Director’s Office in the provision of Legal Aid Services within the Wabush Area Office while ensuring compliance with the Legal Aid Act, Regulations and the Policy Manual of the Commission. The successful candidate will have a wide range of responsibilities including but not limited to: overseeing the Intake process, including ensuring that appointments are timely, making determinations and/or providing guidance to staff solicitors as to case merit, making determinations and/or providing guidance to Client Service Officers on financial eligibility including payment agreements maintaining Case Assignment and Criminal Assignment Queue’s assessing potential Conflicts of Interest reviewing monthly reports from the Legal Aid Management Information System (LAMIS) and taking appropriate action as required receiving and recording first level Appeals and reassessment of decisions when required addressing client complaints and following up on any performance issues that may arise overseeing articling students performing office duties such as Duty Counsel and Office Counsel conducting Performance Reviews and/or Practice Reviews providing assistance to other Area Offices as required ensuring compliance with relevant legislation such as Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act (ATIPPA) and Workplace Health Safety and Compensation Act (WHSCC) carrying out other initiatives and projects as may be required Additionally the successful candidate will have an active Staff Solicitor case load with a mixed practice and a wide range of responsibilities including but not limited to: conducting hearings, trials and appeals in the Labrador West area, including circuits, and in other judicial centers across the province, providing legal opinions and ensuring that legal services are provided in a timely, effective and efficient manner in order to provide the highest level of service to clients. Candidates must hold a Law Degree from a recognized school of law, be members in good standing or, be able to become, members in good standing with the Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador. Minimum 5 years’ at the bar is preferred with extensive experience in the areas of Family and Criminal Law. Management experience would be an asset. Candidates must have strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to handle difficult situations and problem solve as needed. Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail is a must, along with a strong work ethic and the ability to take initiative. Additionally, candidates must possess a positive attitude, a passion for providing service and high standards of ethics, professionalism and confidentiality and a demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast paced and challenging legal environment. The successful candidate will be required to provide a Certificate of Conduct with Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment. Employees of Legal Aid NL are covered under the Provincial Government Pension Plan and Health Plan. An optional Dental Plan and Disability Plan are also available. Effective July 2015, the salary range for this position is $48,110 - $129,017, in accordance with the Solicitor Pay Plan. Labrador positions also receive a Northern Allowance, a Northern Travel Allowance, and a salary incentive based upon the following: Solicitors who are remunerated on the SOL I and II pay scale will receive $25,000 per annum Solicitors who are remunerated on the SOL III pay scale will receive $20,000 per annum Solicitors who are remunerated on the SOL IV pay scale will receive $15,000 per annum Please note the salary incentive is subject to availability of funds, not subject to general economic increases and subject to review. Upon appointment or assignment to the island portion of the Province the adjustment shall cease to be paid. Interested applicants should apply via email ( humanresources@legalaid.nl.ca ), no later than 4pm on Friday June 21st, 2019. For more information on the Labrador West area please visit the website. We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those selected for interview will be contacted. Applicants should note that once the vacancy is filled, a list of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to fill any further vacancies in other Legal Aid NL offices within a 6 month period.

May 22, 2019

Full time

Come for the career, stay for the lifestyle. Make the move to Labrador West, Newfoundland and Labrador. Legal Aid NL is currently searching for an Area Director/Staff Solicitor (Permanent) for a unique opportunity in a diverse northern community. Legal Aid NL is proud to provide an innovative and collaborative legal aid system that responds to the needs of low income persons. This is your opportunity to live in a Northern Community where your passion for access to justice and your love of the outdoors combine to provide a fast-paced, fulfilling work life balance. The successful candidate will act as delegate for the Provincial Director’s Office in the provision of Legal Aid Services within the Wabush Area Office while ensuring compliance with the Legal Aid Act, Regulations and the Policy Manual of the Commission. The successful candidate will have a wide range of responsibilities including but not limited to: overseeing the Intake process, including ensuring that appointments are timely, making determinations and/or providing guidance to staff solicitors as to case merit, making determinations and/or providing guidance to Client Service Officers on financial eligibility including payment agreements maintaining Case Assignment and Criminal Assignment Queue’s assessing potential Conflicts of Interest reviewing monthly reports from the Legal Aid Management Information System (LAMIS) and taking appropriate action as required receiving and recording first level Appeals and reassessment of decisions when required addressing client complaints and following up on any performance issues that may arise overseeing articling students performing office duties such as Duty Counsel and Office Counsel conducting Performance Reviews and/or Practice Reviews providing assistance to other Area Offices as required ensuring compliance with relevant legislation such as Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act (ATIPPA) and Workplace Health Safety and Compensation Act (WHSCC) carrying out other initiatives and projects as may be required Additionally the successful candidate will have an active Staff Solicitor case load with a mixed practice and a wide range of responsibilities including but not limited to: conducting hearings, trials and appeals in the Labrador West area, including circuits, and in other judicial centers across the province, providing legal opinions and ensuring that legal services are provided in a timely, effective and efficient manner in order to provide the highest level of service to clients. Candidates must hold a Law Degree from a recognized school of law, be members in good standing or, be able to become, members in good standing with the Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador. Minimum 5 years’ at the bar is preferred with extensive experience in the areas of Family and Criminal Law. Management experience would be an asset. Candidates must have strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to handle difficult situations and problem solve as needed. Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail is a must, along with a strong work ethic and the ability to take initiative. Additionally, candidates must possess a positive attitude, a passion for providing service and high standards of ethics, professionalism and confidentiality and a demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast paced and challenging legal environment. The successful candidate will be required to provide a Certificate of Conduct with Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment. Employees of Legal Aid NL are covered under the Provincial Government Pension Plan and Health Plan. An optional Dental Plan and Disability Plan are also available. Effective July 2015, the salary range for this position is $48,110 - $129,017, in accordance with the Solicitor Pay Plan. Labrador positions also receive a Northern Allowance, a Northern Travel Allowance, and a salary incentive based upon the following: Solicitors who are remunerated on the SOL I and II pay scale will receive $25,000 per annum Solicitors who are remunerated on the SOL III pay scale will receive $20,000 per annum Solicitors who are remunerated on the SOL IV pay scale will receive $15,000 per annum Please note the salary incentive is subject to availability of funds, not subject to general economic increases and subject to review. Upon appointment or assignment to the island portion of the Province the adjustment shall cease to be paid. Interested applicants should apply via email ( humanresources@legalaid.nl.ca ), no later than 4pm on Friday June 21st, 2019. For more information on the Labrador West area please visit the website. We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those selected for interview will be contacted. Applicants should note that once the vacancy is filled, a list of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to fill any further vacancies in other Legal Aid NL offices within a 6 month period.

Legal Counsel

Alstom Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Location: Montreal, QC, CA Company: Alstom The Railway industry today is characterized by both a strong and sustained growth across the world. The trends that drive this are well known: environmental challenges, population growth, urbanization and increasing demands for mobility. With 6B€ of Sales and around 30,000 employees based in over 60 countries, Alstom develop & market the most complete range of systems, equipment and services offered today in the railway sector. Today we offer our customers solutions that feature a seamless blend of diverse technologies, ensuring optimal interfaces, along with flexible implementation and real synergy in innovation. Job Title & Purpose Job Title Legal Counsel – Canada Purpose of the Job Provide primary legal support to the Canada Country Business in all domains linked to the business activities, including top management, on a broad range of regulatory and commercial matters, and drafting and negotiating complex supply, sourcing and public-private-partnership (PPP) agreements. Position in the Organisation Organisational Reporting Reports directly to the VP Legal & Compliance of the NAM Region. Network & Links Internal: peers in the Region and other Regions, contract managers & Regional head of contract management, Tender Leaders, Customer Directors, Project Directors, Management Team of the Region, Regional Compliance Officer & Corporate Legal Department. External: Customers, Suppliers, Subcontractors, Consortium partners, Affiliated companies and joint venture companies, Law Firms, Forensic and claims consultants, Auditors. Mission Responsibilities and Accountabilities The position covers the following main tasks and missions in all domains linked to the business activities of the Canada Country Business: - Providing legal support to projects under execution. - Issuing legal analysis, legal assessments and other types of legal advice. - Providing legal support on claims and other contentious matters including settlement drafting and negotiation or in-house supervision of litigation & arbitration, including managing and providing support to external legal counsel - Promoting and enforcing the application in the Region of the relevant Corporate and Region legal directives and instructions. - Ensuring compliance with corporate regulatory filings to do business and maintain appropriate licenses at federal and provincial level - Organizing legal reporting and legal KPIs. - Organizing legal training. - Providing legal support on ethics & compliance matters, including the maintenance of Region compliance with federal and state regulations regarding anti-competition, bribery, export/import and other operationally relevant laws and regulations. - Supporting the preparation and negotiation of tenders and contracts with a focus on railway infrastructure projects of particular size and complexity such as Turnkey and PPP projects. In this context, involvement in all types of agreements forming part of the nexus of contracts for such projects (EPC Contracts; Concession Agreements; Supply Agreements; Consortium Agreements; Maintenance & Services Agreements; Financing Agreements; etc.) The position is part of the NAM Legal & Contract Management department currently composed of around 32 lawyers and contract managers based at various locations in the US and Canada. Performance Measurement Objectives, targets, and performance measurements are defined on a yearly basis in line with the published Group targets, the General Counsel objectives and the specific objectives set by the VP Legal & CM NAM. Market and Business Understanding 1 lowest 4 highest - Knowledge of ALSTOM Transport 1 2 3 4 - Knowledge of other functional areas within the organisation 1 2 3 4 - Knowledge of the domestic environment 1 2 3 4 - Knowledge of the international environment 1 2 3 4 Candidate Requirements Educational Requirements A Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws (LLB.) degree. Must be licensed to practice law in Canada and a lawyer in good standing with a provincial law society, supplemented by a minimum of 7 to 10 years of work experience in the industry or in a law firm. Behavioural and Technical Skills / Competencies A self-confident, open-minded, problem-solving, tactful and intellectually flexible transactional lawyer, you have a well-developed ability to understand and handle complex legal and contractual issues and you can demonstrate sound legal and claim management reasoning. Excellent drafting and negotiation skills are among your core assets, along with a pronounced ability to deal with internal and external pressure, especially in a negotiation environment. Willingness to take initiatives, responsibilities and challenge others. Good inter-personal and communications skills. Previous experience with and knowledge of the US railway industry, including its regulatory frame, is a plus for this position. We will appreciate your integrity, sound judgementand assertive personality. You must be fully bilingual (speaking and writing) in French and English. Other Job Location / Mobility Requirements New York – Montreal – Canada Traveling as required to suit business needs in line with the Alstom travel policy. Leadership Behaviours ALSTOM Leadership Behaviours Basic Qualified Experienced Expert To continuously manage and develop people X To care for people X Teamwork and accountability X Communication / Transparency X At Alstom we offer you the opportunity to unleash your potential and reinvent yourself. As a future employee, you will have a unique opportunity to drive our organization forward, while continuing to build your career and contribute to the expanding growth of the global railway industry. More about Alstom www.alstom.com. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Alstom is a drug-free workplace. Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities Alstom provides reasonable accommodations and/or assistance to applicants with disabilities and disabled veterans (including but not limited to other protected veterans and individuals with known physical and mental limitations). If you need a reasonable accommodation/assistance for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please contact Alstom’s Recruiting Department at careers.us@alstom.com (please use “Accommodation Request” as the subject line) or call us at 860-285-3194. A Recruitment team member (available between 8:00 am – 5:00pm eastern time zone) will respond to all requests within three (3) business days to provide assistance and/or the information being sought. Hard of hearing or deaf individuals may contact Alstom Recruiting by utilizing the “711 dialing code for access to Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS)” to contact Alstom’s Recruiting Department at 860-285-3194. 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Sep 14, 2018

Full time

Location: Montreal, QC, CA Company: Alstom The Railway industry today is characterized by both a strong and sustained growth across the world. The trends that drive this are well known: environmental challenges, population growth, urbanization and increasing demands for mobility. With 6B€ of Sales and around 30,000 employees based in over 60 countries, Alstom develop & market the most complete range of systems, equipment and services offered today in the railway sector. Today we offer our customers solutions that feature a seamless blend of diverse technologies, ensuring optimal interfaces, along with flexible implementation and real synergy in innovation. Job Title & Purpose Job Title Legal Counsel – Canada Purpose of the Job Provide primary legal support to the Canada Country Business in all domains linked to the business activities, including top management, on a broad range of regulatory and commercial matters, and drafting and negotiating complex supply, sourcing and public-private-partnership (PPP) agreements. Position in the Organisation Organisational Reporting Reports directly to the VP Legal & Compliance of the NAM Region. Network & Links Internal: peers in the Region and other Regions, contract managers & Regional head of contract management, Tender Leaders, Customer Directors, Project Directors, Management Team of the Region, Regional Compliance Officer & Corporate Legal Department. External: Customers, Suppliers, Subcontractors, Consortium partners, Affiliated companies and joint venture companies, Law Firms, Forensic and claims consultants, Auditors. Mission Responsibilities and Accountabilities The position covers the following main tasks and missions in all domains linked to the business activities of the Canada Country Business: - Providing legal support to projects under execution. - Issuing legal analysis, legal assessments and other types of legal advice. - Providing legal support on claims and other contentious matters including settlement drafting and negotiation or in-house supervision of litigation & arbitration, including managing and providing support to external legal counsel - Promoting and enforcing the application in the Region of the relevant Corporate and Region legal directives and instructions. - Ensuring compliance with corporate regulatory filings to do business and maintain appropriate licenses at federal and provincial level - Organizing legal reporting and legal KPIs. - Organizing legal training. - Providing legal support on ethics & compliance matters, including the maintenance of Region compliance with federal and state regulations regarding anti-competition, bribery, export/import and other operationally relevant laws and regulations. - Supporting the preparation and negotiation of tenders and contracts with a focus on railway infrastructure projects of particular size and complexity such as Turnkey and PPP projects. In this context, involvement in all types of agreements forming part of the nexus of contracts for such projects (EPC Contracts; Concession Agreements; Supply Agreements; Consortium Agreements; Maintenance & Services Agreements; Financing Agreements; etc.) The position is part of the NAM Legal & Contract Management department currently composed of around 32 lawyers and contract managers based at various locations in the US and Canada. Performance Measurement Objectives, targets, and performance measurements are defined on a yearly basis in line with the published Group targets, the General Counsel objectives and the specific objectives set by the VP Legal & CM NAM. Market and Business Understanding 1 lowest 4 highest - Knowledge of ALSTOM Transport 1 2 3 4 - Knowledge of other functional areas within the organisation 1 2 3 4 - Knowledge of the domestic environment 1 2 3 4 - Knowledge of the international environment 1 2 3 4 Candidate Requirements Educational Requirements A Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws (LLB.) degree. Must be licensed to practice law in Canada and a lawyer in good standing with a provincial law society, supplemented by a minimum of 7 to 10 years of work experience in the industry or in a law firm. Behavioural and Technical Skills / Competencies A self-confident, open-minded, problem-solving, tactful and intellectually flexible transactional lawyer, you have a well-developed ability to understand and handle complex legal and contractual issues and you can demonstrate sound legal and claim management reasoning. Excellent drafting and negotiation skills are among your core assets, along with a pronounced ability to deal with internal and external pressure, especially in a negotiation environment. Willingness to take initiatives, responsibilities and challenge others. Good inter-personal and communications skills. Previous experience with and knowledge of the US railway industry, including its regulatory frame, is a plus for this position. We will appreciate your integrity, sound judgementand assertive personality. You must be fully bilingual (speaking and writing) in French and English. Other Job Location / Mobility Requirements New York – Montreal – Canada Traveling as required to suit business needs in line with the Alstom travel policy. Leadership Behaviours ALSTOM Leadership Behaviours Basic Qualified Experienced Expert To continuously manage and develop people X To care for people X Teamwork and accountability X Communication / Transparency X At Alstom we offer you the opportunity to unleash your potential and reinvent yourself. As a future employee, you will have a unique opportunity to drive our organization forward, while continuing to build your career and contribute to the expanding growth of the global railway industry. More about Alstom www.alstom.com. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Alstom is a drug-free workplace. Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities Alstom provides reasonable accommodations and/or assistance to applicants with disabilities and disabled veterans (including but not limited to other protected veterans and individuals with known physical and mental limitations). If you need a reasonable accommodation/assistance for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please contact Alstom’s Recruiting Department at careers.us@alstom.com (please use “Accommodation Request” as the subject line) or call us at 860-285-3194. A Recruitment team member (available between 8:00 am – 5:00pm eastern time zone) will respond to all requests within three (3) business days to provide assistance and/or the information being sought. Hard of hearing or deaf individuals may contact Alstom Recruiting by utilizing the “711 dialing code for access to Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS)” to contact Alstom’s Recruiting Department at 860-285-3194. 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General Legal Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer

Intercontinental Exchange Calgary, Alberta, Canada

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Purpose The purpose of this role is to provide legal and compliance support to ICE NGX Canada Inc. (ICE NGX), an exchange and clearinghouse for the North American energy markets and wholly-owned subsidiary of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE). The General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer is key part of ICE NGX’s management team. This is a hands on role where the individual will be ICE NGX’s lead for legal, compliance and regulatory matters. Duties and Responsibilities Develop legal and regulatory policies specific to ICE NGX and work with personnel of other ICE subsidiaries on global polices. Advise on internal legal issues relating to the businesses of ICE NGX, including contractual negotiations and documentation management. Advise on external legal issues which arise in the context of the interface between ICE NGX and participants of its exchange and clearinghouse, third party providers and other external parties. Work closely with ICE global legal counsel on global ICE initiatives. Represent ICE NGX’s positions in regulatory and commercial matters. Maintain and continue to enhance ICE NGX’s compliance program to ensure compliance with the rules and regulations of the Alberta Securities Commission (and other CSA jurisdictions) and the U.S. Commodities Futures Trading Commission and ICE policies. Liaise with other ICE business areas and provide advice and assistance as requirements arise. Develop and demonstrate knowledge of the exchange, clearinghouse, derivatives and energy industries. Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Due to the breadth and complexity of the role, the experience and knowledge required is varied. The role is external and internal facing in relation to legal and compliance issues which arise from supporting the day-to-day operations of the business. The individual will require senior level experience and be comfortable and resourceful when working without supervision, representing the interests of ICE. Law degree from an accredited university, with active membership in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta or immediate eligibility for full admission to the Law Society of Alberta. At least seven years of experience as a lawyer in one or more of the following areas: Corporate commercial, corporate governance and corporate secretarial experience. Experience of working with or within regulated environments is preferred, and experience in the regulations applicable to energy, derivatives, exchanges and/or clearinghouses are particularly desirable. Experience managing internal legal and compliance staff and external legal counsel. Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. Desire and ability to learn business requirements quickly, analyze legal and business risks and propose creative, business-oriented solutions that comply with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Core Competencies Competencies are the skills and behaviors that are critical both to your personal performance and to ICE’s continued success. The core competencies apply to every member of staff working for ICE. Teamwork Offers time and assistance to colleagues; is widely regarded and respected as someone to go to for help Fosters friendly and cooperative relationships with others; colleagues enjoy working with the employee Shares knowledge and mentors staff; works to develop others’ knowledge as well as own Gives and shares credit as appropriate Contributes to recruiting and training efforts of others, including candidate referrals, job interviews and mentoring Attends and participates in company and department level functions inside and outside of the office Problem-Solving & Decision-Making Demonstrates an understanding of the urgent nature of our business and the need to proactively identify solutions to problems quickly and effectively takes ownership and follows through on decisions; Determines and fixes root causes to problems rather than just treating symptoms Applies novel techniques to solve problems that are more ambiguous; challenges long-held beliefs when necessary Quickly and effectively identifies alternative solutions and the pros/cons of each; confirms that a proposed solution has no unintended consequences Takes steps to mitigate risk Consults with colleagues and recommends solutions based on the best interests of customers and shareholders, even when the opinion is unpopular Possesses a keen sense as to when issues require escalation Communication Actively listens and speaks to, not over, others Uses clear and constructive spoken and written language Communicates important developments to the relevant and appropriate audiences in a timely and consistent manner Asks follow-up questions to ensure all points are understood Takes time to objectively listen to all viewpoints before forming an opinion Seeks to build consensus among differing views Professionalism & Integrity Makes a positive impression; represents the company well via telephone, electronic communication and in person, including maintaining attire and appearance that is consistent with company image and appropriate for employee’s role Models a ‘can-do’ attitude and takes initiative as a self-starter; inspires and motivates others to do the same Embraces taking on additional responsibilities Refrains from office gossip; settles rather than creates conflict with and between others Exhibits desired work habits including regular office hours and extra hours when necessary Strong sense of ethics and appreciation for confidentiality Adheres to all corporate policies; makes prudent use of company resources LOCATION CN: Calgary (910 300 5 Ave SW) FULL TIME / PART TIME Full time

Sep 10, 2018

Full time

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Purpose The purpose of this role is to provide legal and compliance support to ICE NGX Canada Inc. (ICE NGX), an exchange and clearinghouse for the North American energy markets and wholly-owned subsidiary of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE). The General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer is key part of ICE NGX’s management team. This is a hands on role where the individual will be ICE NGX’s lead for legal, compliance and regulatory matters. Duties and Responsibilities Develop legal and regulatory policies specific to ICE NGX and work with personnel of other ICE subsidiaries on global polices. Advise on internal legal issues relating to the businesses of ICE NGX, including contractual negotiations and documentation management. Advise on external legal issues which arise in the context of the interface between ICE NGX and participants of its exchange and clearinghouse, third party providers and other external parties. Work closely with ICE global legal counsel on global ICE initiatives. Represent ICE NGX’s positions in regulatory and commercial matters. Maintain and continue to enhance ICE NGX’s compliance program to ensure compliance with the rules and regulations of the Alberta Securities Commission (and other CSA jurisdictions) and the U.S. Commodities Futures Trading Commission and ICE policies. Liaise with other ICE business areas and provide advice and assistance as requirements arise. Develop and demonstrate knowledge of the exchange, clearinghouse, derivatives and energy industries. Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Due to the breadth and complexity of the role, the experience and knowledge required is varied. The role is external and internal facing in relation to legal and compliance issues which arise from supporting the day-to-day operations of the business. The individual will require senior level experience and be comfortable and resourceful when working without supervision, representing the interests of ICE. Law degree from an accredited university, with active membership in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta or immediate eligibility for full admission to the Law Society of Alberta. At least seven years of experience as a lawyer in one or more of the following areas: Corporate commercial, corporate governance and corporate secretarial experience. Experience of working with or within regulated environments is preferred, and experience in the regulations applicable to energy, derivatives, exchanges and/or clearinghouses are particularly desirable. Experience managing internal legal and compliance staff and external legal counsel. Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. Desire and ability to learn business requirements quickly, analyze legal and business risks and propose creative, business-oriented solutions that comply with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Core Competencies Competencies are the skills and behaviors that are critical both to your personal performance and to ICE’s continued success. The core competencies apply to every member of staff working for ICE. Teamwork Offers time and assistance to colleagues; is widely regarded and respected as someone to go to for help Fosters friendly and cooperative relationships with others; colleagues enjoy working with the employee Shares knowledge and mentors staff; works to develop others’ knowledge as well as own Gives and shares credit as appropriate Contributes to recruiting and training efforts of others, including candidate referrals, job interviews and mentoring Attends and participates in company and department level functions inside and outside of the office Problem-Solving & Decision-Making Demonstrates an understanding of the urgent nature of our business and the need to proactively identify solutions to problems quickly and effectively takes ownership and follows through on decisions; Determines and fixes root causes to problems rather than just treating symptoms Applies novel techniques to solve problems that are more ambiguous; challenges long-held beliefs when necessary Quickly and effectively identifies alternative solutions and the pros/cons of each; confirms that a proposed solution has no unintended consequences Takes steps to mitigate risk Consults with colleagues and recommends solutions based on the best interests of customers and shareholders, even when the opinion is unpopular Possesses a keen sense as to when issues require escalation Communication Actively listens and speaks to, not over, others Uses clear and constructive spoken and written language Communicates important developments to the relevant and appropriate audiences in a timely and consistent manner Asks follow-up questions to ensure all points are understood Takes time to objectively listen to all viewpoints before forming an opinion Seeks to build consensus among differing views Professionalism & Integrity Makes a positive impression; represents the company well via telephone, electronic communication and in person, including maintaining attire and appearance that is consistent with company image and appropriate for employee’s role Models a ‘can-do’ attitude and takes initiative as a self-starter; inspires and motivates others to do the same Embraces taking on additional responsibilities Refrains from office gossip; settles rather than creates conflict with and between others Exhibits desired work habits including regular office hours and extra hours when necessary Strong sense of ethics and appreciation for confidentiality Adheres to all corporate policies; makes prudent use of company resources LOCATION CN: Calgary (910 300 5 Ave SW) FULL TIME / PART TIME Full time

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