Senior IP Clerk (Patent Docketing)
Hybrid Work- on average 3 days/week from our Mississauga office
AstraZeneca is shaping the future of healthcare by expanding our global presence and harnessing innovation to make an even greater impact on society and the planet. As part of this vision, we are thrilled to announce the establishment of a new Legal Operations Centre in Mississauga, Canada. This state-of-the-art hub will centralize our Legal operational functions, promoting collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the integration of cutting-edge technology. Situated in a region renowned for its healthcare focus and proximity to top-tier talent and research facilities, our new centre is set to become a cornerstone of AstraZeneca's 2030 Bold Ambition. Join us in this exciting new chapter as we build sustainable, digitally enabled workplaces designed to inspire and empower our teams to deliver life-changing medicines to the world.
Summary:
Protecting our intellectual property is at the core of AstraZeneca’s future success. Join our team as a Senior IP Clerk where you will provide essential and specialized support relating to the filing, procurement, and maintenance of patent applications and patents throughout all phases of US, European, and international patent prosecution. You will be part of a collaborative, close-knit team that takes pride in its meticulous attention to detail and expertise in patent procurement.
Typical Accountabilities:
Responsible for the daily docketing of all patent-related correspondence received from foreign agents, outside counsel, and patent offices worldwide, including the US Patent and Trademark Office and the European Patent Office.
You will also process all outgoing correspondence related to AstraZeneca’s patent portfolio and update our docketing system accordingly.
Maintaining our electronic patent prosecution files in our document management system.
Mentor and train Docketing Coordinators and work on docketing-related projects as required or requested by the IP group.
Essential Skills/Experience:
At least 5 years of patent docketing experience, including US and international patent docketing experience.
Knowledge of US and foreign patent prosecution processes.
Proficiency in industry-standard docketing systems and document management systems.
Knowledge of patent annuity payment processes.
Excellent attention to detail.
Proficiency in Outlook, Adobe, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams (or similar videoconferencing system).
Ability to work in a paper-free, open-space environment.
Proactive, flexible to change and varying workloads, able to work well under pressure.
Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
Ability to interact professionally with all levels of the organization.
Ability to foster a positive and energized working environment.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
In-depth knowledge of industry docketing systems.
Knowledge of DeskSite or iManage document management systems.
Familiarity with pharmaceutical patent prosecution, including supplementary protection certificates and patent term extensions.
Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office is purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.
Great People want to Work with us! Find out why:
GTAA Top Employer Award for 10 years
Top 100 Employers Award
Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture
Learn more about working with us in Canada
View our YouTube channel
Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today!
AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com.
Apr 13, 2024
Full time
Senior IP Clerk (Patent Docketing)
Hybrid Work- on average 3 days/week from our Mississauga office
AstraZeneca is shaping the future of healthcare by expanding our global presence and harnessing innovation to make an even greater impact on society and the planet. As part of this vision, we are thrilled to announce the establishment of a new Legal Operations Centre in Mississauga, Canada. This state-of-the-art hub will centralize our Legal operational functions, promoting collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the integration of cutting-edge technology. Situated in a region renowned for its healthcare focus and proximity to top-tier talent and research facilities, our new centre is set to become a cornerstone of AstraZeneca's 2030 Bold Ambition. Join us in this exciting new chapter as we build sustainable, digitally enabled workplaces designed to inspire and empower our teams to deliver life-changing medicines to the world.
Summary:
Protecting our intellectual property is at the core of AstraZeneca’s future success. Join our team as a Senior IP Clerk where you will provide essential and specialized support relating to the filing, procurement, and maintenance of patent applications and patents throughout all phases of US, European, and international patent prosecution. You will be part of a collaborative, close-knit team that takes pride in its meticulous attention to detail and expertise in patent procurement.
Typical Accountabilities:
Responsible for the daily docketing of all patent-related correspondence received from foreign agents, outside counsel, and patent offices worldwide, including the US Patent and Trademark Office and the European Patent Office.
You will also process all outgoing correspondence related to AstraZeneca’s patent portfolio and update our docketing system accordingly.
Maintaining our electronic patent prosecution files in our document management system.
Mentor and train Docketing Coordinators and work on docketing-related projects as required or requested by the IP group.
Essential Skills/Experience:
At least 5 years of patent docketing experience, including US and international patent docketing experience.
Knowledge of US and foreign patent prosecution processes.
Proficiency in industry-standard docketing systems and document management systems.
Knowledge of patent annuity payment processes.
Excellent attention to detail.
Proficiency in Outlook, Adobe, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams (or similar videoconferencing system).
Ability to work in a paper-free, open-space environment.
Proactive, flexible to change and varying workloads, able to work well under pressure.
Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
Ability to interact professionally with all levels of the organization.
Ability to foster a positive and energized working environment.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
In-depth knowledge of industry docketing systems.
Knowledge of DeskSite or iManage document management systems.
Familiarity with pharmaceutical patent prosecution, including supplementary protection certificates and patent term extensions.
Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office is purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.
Great People want to Work with us! Find out why:
GTAA Top Employer Award for 10 years
Top 100 Employers Award
Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture
Learn more about working with us in Canada
View our YouTube channel
Are you interested in working at AZ, apply today!
AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com.
Requisition ID: 179807 Career Group: Corporate Office Careers Job Category: Legal - Sustainability & General Counsel Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Full-Time Country: Canada (CA) Province: Ontario; Alberta; British Columbia; Nova Scotia City: Mississauga (ideal), Calgary, Victoria, Stellarton, Dartmouth Location: Tahoe Office, Calgary Office, Foord St. Office, Dartmouth Office, Victoria Office Postal Code Our family of 134,000 employees and franchise affiliates share a collective passion for delivering exceptional shopping experiences and amazing food to all our customers. Our mission is to nurture the things that make life better – great experiences, families, communities, and our employees. We are a family nurturing families. A proudly Canadian company, we started in a small town in Nova Scotia but we are now in communities of all sizes across this great country. With over 1500 stores in all 10 provinces, you may know us as Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, Lawtons Drug Stores or another of our great banners but we are all one extended family. A ll career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting. Ready to Make an impact? We are looking for a brilliant legal mind to join a fast paced, diverse and impactful legal team at Sobeys. As a key member of the team, you will review, interpret, and translate legal requirements and effectively communicating these to our business and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with and learn from grocery industry leaders at all levels while working as part of a supportive and high performing legal team. This role is ideal for those seeking to enhance an inhouse career or to utilize your skills gained at a law firm to experience in-house counsel work. Sobeys is currently recruiting for a 12 (twelve) month maternity leave coverage for our legal team supporting retail. Here’s Where You’ll Be Focusing
Provide a broad range of legal services on matters in which Sobeys may be engaged in order to achieve Sobeys’ goals and/or minimize legal risk;
Provide functional legal services to business leaders and other employees in areas including but not limited to employment, marketing, retail operations, intellectual property, competition, franchising, merchandising, customer support and other parts of our business;
Oversee satisfactory resolution of complex, sensitive and sometimes ambiguous legal issues, typically with business risks;
Advise the business on legal issues impacting the business, including the drafting and hands-on negotiation of diverse agreements with internal and external clients;
Review, draft and negotiate commercial agreements for dealers and suppliers;
Direct some legal actions in which Sobeys is involved, either directly or through outside counsel, including management and oversight of outside counsel;
Assist paralegals and support staff on specific roles and/or provide day-to-day direction.
What You Have To Offer You will have strong communication skills and believe in driving a team culture of high performance, challenging the team to be their best, think progressively, and continually learn and develop, while working together to deliver our collective results.
Exceptional communication and relationship building skills;
Ability to feel comfortable in a diverse and inclusive retail environment and confident dealing with all levels within the organization;
Adept at working with outside counsel to seek cost efficient and relevant guidance;
Ability to proactively provide ideas, advice and solutions relative to legal issues;
Strong analytic, negotiation and situational judgment skills;
Good relationship management skills;
Able to relate to people at all levels, both in and outside of the organization;
Ability to work independently on in a team environment;
Minimum 2 to 8 years experience gained from a private practice and/or in-house roles in commercial law;
Strong track record in managing a broad range of legal issues and interacting closely with business leaders;
Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario (or other Canadian provincial bar).
Bilingual (Eng/Fr) candidate preferred. If you feel that this describes the kind of work you want to do, and you are excited about what Sobeys has to offer, then we look forward to reviewing your application. Please ensure that you take the time to ensure your profile shows us why you’re the most qualified applicant for the role. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a leading Canadian company with a clear vision and focus. We are only accepting online applications and welcome applications from all qualified people interested in this challenge. We will be contacting only those who will be selected to interview. Sobeys Offers Our Employees Many Valuable Benefits Such As
A high-paced environment where you will embrace and lean into change to ensure the company is competitive.
A People-first culture where Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the forefront of what we do and who we are.
An opportunity to build your career with a progressive company that is passionate about providing development and advancement opportunities.
Competitive salary and benefits package, including a profit-sharing plan, pension matching and hybrid work arrangements.
#hybrid We offer teammates competitive total compensation packages that will vary by role and location. Some websites share our job opportunities and may provide salary estimates without our knowledge. These estimates are based on similar jobs and postings for general comparison, but these numbers are not provided by or monitored for accuracy by our organization. We look forward to discussing the specific compensation details relevant to this role with candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process. Sobeys is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process. While all responses are appreciated only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged. We appreciate the interest from the Staffing industry however respectfully request no calls or unsolicited resumes from Agencies.
Dec 10, 2023
Full time
Requisition ID: 179807 Career Group: Corporate Office Careers Job Category: Legal - Sustainability & General Counsel Travel Requirements: 0 - 10% Job Type: Full-Time Country: Canada (CA) Province: Ontario; Alberta; British Columbia; Nova Scotia City: Mississauga (ideal), Calgary, Victoria, Stellarton, Dartmouth Location: Tahoe Office, Calgary Office, Foord St. Office, Dartmouth Office, Victoria Office Postal Code Our family of 134,000 employees and franchise affiliates share a collective passion for delivering exceptional shopping experiences and amazing food to all our customers. Our mission is to nurture the things that make life better – great experiences, families, communities, and our employees. We are a family nurturing families. A proudly Canadian company, we started in a small town in Nova Scotia but we are now in communities of all sizes across this great country. With over 1500 stores in all 10 provinces, you may know us as Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, Lawtons Drug Stores or another of our great banners but we are all one extended family. A ll career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting. Ready to Make an impact? We are looking for a brilliant legal mind to join a fast paced, diverse and impactful legal team at Sobeys. As a key member of the team, you will review, interpret, and translate legal requirements and effectively communicating these to our business and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with and learn from grocery industry leaders at all levels while working as part of a supportive and high performing legal team. This role is ideal for those seeking to enhance an inhouse career or to utilize your skills gained at a law firm to experience in-house counsel work. Sobeys is currently recruiting for a 12 (twelve) month maternity leave coverage for our legal team supporting retail. Here’s Where You’ll Be Focusing
Provide a broad range of legal services on matters in which Sobeys may be engaged in order to achieve Sobeys’ goals and/or minimize legal risk;
Provide functional legal services to business leaders and other employees in areas including but not limited to employment, marketing, retail operations, intellectual property, competition, franchising, merchandising, customer support and other parts of our business;
Oversee satisfactory resolution of complex, sensitive and sometimes ambiguous legal issues, typically with business risks;
Advise the business on legal issues impacting the business, including the drafting and hands-on negotiation of diverse agreements with internal and external clients;
Review, draft and negotiate commercial agreements for dealers and suppliers;
Direct some legal actions in which Sobeys is involved, either directly or through outside counsel, including management and oversight of outside counsel;
Assist paralegals and support staff on specific roles and/or provide day-to-day direction.
What You Have To Offer You will have strong communication skills and believe in driving a team culture of high performance, challenging the team to be their best, think progressively, and continually learn and develop, while working together to deliver our collective results.
Exceptional communication and relationship building skills;
Ability to feel comfortable in a diverse and inclusive retail environment and confident dealing with all levels within the organization;
Adept at working with outside counsel to seek cost efficient and relevant guidance;
Ability to proactively provide ideas, advice and solutions relative to legal issues;
Strong analytic, negotiation and situational judgment skills;
Good relationship management skills;
Able to relate to people at all levels, both in and outside of the organization;
Ability to work independently on in a team environment;
Minimum 2 to 8 years experience gained from a private practice and/or in-house roles in commercial law;
Strong track record in managing a broad range of legal issues and interacting closely with business leaders;
Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario (or other Canadian provincial bar).
Bilingual (Eng/Fr) candidate preferred. If you feel that this describes the kind of work you want to do, and you are excited about what Sobeys has to offer, then we look forward to reviewing your application. Please ensure that you take the time to ensure your profile shows us why you’re the most qualified applicant for the role. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a leading Canadian company with a clear vision and focus. We are only accepting online applications and welcome applications from all qualified people interested in this challenge. We will be contacting only those who will be selected to interview. Sobeys Offers Our Employees Many Valuable Benefits Such As
A high-paced environment where you will embrace and lean into change to ensure the company is competitive.
A People-first culture where Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the forefront of what we do and who we are.
An opportunity to build your career with a progressive company that is passionate about providing development and advancement opportunities.
Competitive salary and benefits package, including a profit-sharing plan, pension matching and hybrid work arrangements.
#hybrid We offer teammates competitive total compensation packages that will vary by role and location. Some websites share our job opportunities and may provide salary estimates without our knowledge. These estimates are based on similar jobs and postings for general comparison, but these numbers are not provided by or monitored for accuracy by our organization. We look forward to discussing the specific compensation details relevant to this role with candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process. Sobeys is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process. While all responses are appreciated only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged. We appreciate the interest from the Staffing industry however respectfully request no calls or unsolicited resumes from Agencies.
About the job
If we’re going to work together, let us first introduce ourselves – because we are proud of our team at FedEx Express Canada. You know us as a global transportation company – and we’ve shipped some pretty interesting things over the years like part of the ship’s hull of the Titanic, a windmill, race cars, a helicopter, the shark from Jaws and a lot of panda bears who get their own chartered airplane!
So, let’s get started telling you why you might be the perfect fit for our team. If you are a positive, high-energy person with experience in Regulatory law, we have a great job for you!
We’re looking for a Regulatory Legal Counsel and we promise it’s a really fun postal, trucking, & aviation role!
You get to:
Advise the corporation on matters involving customs, trucking, aviation, postal, competition and other regulations.
Advise the corporation regarding legal restraints on the expansion of operations based on corporate, licensing, franchise, agency, tax and other laws.
Review and edit for legal content advertising and marketing material and other corporation communications and publications.
Review corporation policies and procedures and advise corporate personnel on the application and meaning of such policies and procedures.
Advise and participate on the structure and negotiation of basic business transactions.
This job might be for you if you:
Thrive in a dynamic environment where you are comfortable working cross functionally by advising key stakeholders on laws and compliance regulations.
And - we'd love if you’re really good at the below as well:
Reviewing and analyzing laws and regulations affecting the company’s present and future plans to implement the best business structure for legal compliance.
Reviewing corporation policies and procedures and advising corporate personnel on the application and meaning of such policies and procedures.
So what do you need to do all of this? How about…
Bachelor of Law degree or JD required
Member in good standing in the Law Society of Ontario
2+ years of experience in a regulatory law role, corporate commercial law experience preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong research and negotiation skills
Some awesome perks to working at FedEx:
A competitive salary and incentives
A progressive benefits programs, including health and dental coverage and pension plan
A Career Investment Fund with up to $5k a year for programs or tuition reimbursement
Strong Community Service programs including diverse volunteer, charity, and fundraising initiatives to give back to both local and global communities
Discounted FedEx services, flights, hotels, entertainment and car rentals
A fun and diverse team who voted FedEx a best employer and a great place to work (we aren’t just saying that, it’s actually true)
We don’t expect you to deliver any helicopters or pandas – but if you can deliver on this exciting job opportunity, please attach your updated resume when applying. We thank all applicants and we will contact you directly – by email, not by FedEx – if selected for an interview.
Dec 08, 2023
Full time
About the job
If we’re going to work together, let us first introduce ourselves – because we are proud of our team at FedEx Express Canada. You know us as a global transportation company – and we’ve shipped some pretty interesting things over the years like part of the ship’s hull of the Titanic, a windmill, race cars, a helicopter, the shark from Jaws and a lot of panda bears who get their own chartered airplane!
So, let’s get started telling you why you might be the perfect fit for our team. If you are a positive, high-energy person with experience in Regulatory law, we have a great job for you!
We’re looking for a Regulatory Legal Counsel and we promise it’s a really fun postal, trucking, & aviation role!
You get to:
Advise the corporation on matters involving customs, trucking, aviation, postal, competition and other regulations.
Advise the corporation regarding legal restraints on the expansion of operations based on corporate, licensing, franchise, agency, tax and other laws.
Review and edit for legal content advertising and marketing material and other corporation communications and publications.
Review corporation policies and procedures and advise corporate personnel on the application and meaning of such policies and procedures.
Advise and participate on the structure and negotiation of basic business transactions.
This job might be for you if you:
Thrive in a dynamic environment where you are comfortable working cross functionally by advising key stakeholders on laws and compliance regulations.
And - we'd love if you’re really good at the below as well:
Reviewing and analyzing laws and regulations affecting the company’s present and future plans to implement the best business structure for legal compliance.
Reviewing corporation policies and procedures and advising corporate personnel on the application and meaning of such policies and procedures.
So what do you need to do all of this? How about…
Bachelor of Law degree or JD required
Member in good standing in the Law Society of Ontario
2+ years of experience in a regulatory law role, corporate commercial law experience preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong research and negotiation skills
Some awesome perks to working at FedEx:
A competitive salary and incentives
A progressive benefits programs, including health and dental coverage and pension plan
A Career Investment Fund with up to $5k a year for programs or tuition reimbursement
Strong Community Service programs including diverse volunteer, charity, and fundraising initiatives to give back to both local and global communities
Discounted FedEx services, flights, hotels, entertainment and car rentals
A fun and diverse team who voted FedEx a best employer and a great place to work (we aren’t just saying that, it’s actually true)
We don’t expect you to deliver any helicopters or pandas – but if you can deliver on this exciting job opportunity, please attach your updated resume when applying. We thank all applicants and we will contact you directly – by email, not by FedEx – if selected for an interview.
The Vice President & Assistant General Counsel will provide leadership, legal expertise and business guidance to Aramark’s business units and functional support teams in Canada. Legal and business support will be provided to sales, operations, human resources, finance, marketing and information technology teams.
The Canadian VP & Assistant General Counsel has a dotted line reporting relationship with the Canadian President and CEO, is a member of the Canadian Leadership Team and a trusted advisor to senior leadership. The position is has two direct reports and is based in Mississauga, supporting business across t he country.
Nov 12, 2023
Hybrid
The Vice President & Assistant General Counsel will provide leadership, legal expertise and business guidance to Aramark’s business units and functional support teams in Canada. Legal and business support will be provided to sales, operations, human resources, finance, marketing and information technology teams.
The Canadian VP & Assistant General Counsel has a dotted line reporting relationship with the Canadian President and CEO, is a member of the Canadian Leadership Team and a trusted advisor to senior leadership. The position is has two direct reports and is based in Mississauga, supporting business across t he country.
About IMAX
With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, our employees and their careers have constantly gone beyond the ordinary at IMAX. We combine proprietary technology with industry-leading knowledge and relationships with top studios and filmmakers to create theatrical experiences that take audiences beyond the edge of their seats to a world they never imagined. IMAX has revolutionized the way people experience movies and continues to push the boundaries of entertainment experiences beyond blockbusters and into exciting new directions. Come explore IMAX – where innovation, creativity and passion come together. Get inspired, get involved, and ignite your future with IMAX!
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What You'll Do:
Create and execute legal team technology systems roadmap, working cross functionally with key stakeholders to maintain, enhance or integrate technologies
Review, develop, and maintain the Legal Department’s information and records systems, including contract management system
Lead expansion and delivery of Company-wide records management strategy including policy and procedures, education, and compliance
Assist with tracking and reporting on key operational metrics for the legal team; help implement solutions and support for departmental and corporate goals and objectives
Assist with day-to-day operations, including identification, development and implementation of department procedures and processes across the global legal team to ensure efficiency
Working with the Legal Department Operations Director, assist with payment of legal department monthly invoices
What You'll Need:
Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a legal or corporate environment
Bachelor’s degree in related fields preferred
Strong project management skills with experience implementing and maintaining records retention/destruction programs and other records management projects
Passion for innovation and improvement to support the challenges of enhancing legal procedures and compliance across the organization
Systems mindset, with the ability to partner with IT teams to develop and implement systems and processes to enhance the day-to-day operations of a legal team
Proactive, entrepreneurial approach to recognizing needs, solving problems, anticipating issues, and developing solutions; excellent business judgment and strategic thinking
High degree of business ethics, transparency, and a passion for excellence
Curious self-starter who is eager to learn with impeccable integrity, good judgment, and the ability to work independently
Excellent organizational skills required to manage multiple, simultaneous, and shifting demands, priorities, and tight deadlines
Team player comfortable leading as well as taking constructive input from multiple sources
High attention to detail with excellent communication skills
Thrives on analyzing procedures, planning and delivering multi-stage improvements including launch, education, and compliance
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At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization. For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Aug 06, 2023
Full time
About IMAX
With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, our employees and their careers have constantly gone beyond the ordinary at IMAX. We combine proprietary technology with industry-leading knowledge and relationships with top studios and filmmakers to create theatrical experiences that take audiences beyond the edge of their seats to a world they never imagined. IMAX has revolutionized the way people experience movies and continues to push the boundaries of entertainment experiences beyond blockbusters and into exciting new directions. Come explore IMAX – where innovation, creativity and passion come together. Get inspired, get involved, and ignite your future with IMAX!
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What You'll Do:
Create and execute legal team technology systems roadmap, working cross functionally with key stakeholders to maintain, enhance or integrate technologies
Review, develop, and maintain the Legal Department’s information and records systems, including contract management system
Lead expansion and delivery of Company-wide records management strategy including policy and procedures, education, and compliance
Assist with tracking and reporting on key operational metrics for the legal team; help implement solutions and support for departmental and corporate goals and objectives
Assist with day-to-day operations, including identification, development and implementation of department procedures and processes across the global legal team to ensure efficiency
Working with the Legal Department Operations Director, assist with payment of legal department monthly invoices
What You'll Need:
Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a legal or corporate environment
Bachelor’s degree in related fields preferred
Strong project management skills with experience implementing and maintaining records retention/destruction programs and other records management projects
Passion for innovation and improvement to support the challenges of enhancing legal procedures and compliance across the organization
Systems mindset, with the ability to partner with IT teams to develop and implement systems and processes to enhance the day-to-day operations of a legal team
Proactive, entrepreneurial approach to recognizing needs, solving problems, anticipating issues, and developing solutions; excellent business judgment and strategic thinking
High degree of business ethics, transparency, and a passion for excellence
Curious self-starter who is eager to learn with impeccable integrity, good judgment, and the ability to work independently
Excellent organizational skills required to manage multiple, simultaneous, and shifting demands, priorities, and tight deadlines
Team player comfortable leading as well as taking constructive input from multiple sources
High attention to detail with excellent communication skills
Thrives on analyzing procedures, planning and delivering multi-stage improvements including launch, education, and compliance
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At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization. For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Position Summary... We are currently seeking a talented corporate lawyer to join our legal department as Corporate Counsel reporting to the Assistant General Counsel. This is an exciting opportunity to work as a strategic partner with our business on a broad range of challenging commercial matters. The successful candidate will join a best-in-class legal team that has steadily grown over the last ten years and has built a reputation of being trusted advisors. The environment is supportive and friendly, and based on a corporate culture that gives high priority to individual and team development. Responsibilities What you'll do...
Providing practical advice on a wide range of legal and regulatory issues
Negotiating and drafting commercial contracts for multiple business units, including transportation, ecommerce and marketing
Educating and training business teams on legal requirements
Effectively managing external counsel when engaged
Identifying and implementing efficient ways of working both within and outside the legal department
Qualifications
Minimum of 6 to 9 years of corporate/commercial experience at an in-house legal department and/or leading law firm.
Excellent drafting, negotiation and project management skills
Ability to provide practical legal advice
Ability to effectively manage a high volume of competing demands
Sound judgment, strong business acumen and interpersonal skills as you will have extensive interaction with various business groups
Experience advising on privacy and data governance matters would be an asset.
LL.B. or J.D.
Member in good standing with applicable provincial law society
Minimum Qualifications... Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Age - 16 or older Preferred Qualifications... Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications. Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law. Primary Location… 1940 ARGENTIA RD, MISSISSAUGA, ON L5N 1P9, Canada Are you currently a Walmart associate?
Jun 27, 2023
Full time
Position Summary... We are currently seeking a talented corporate lawyer to join our legal department as Corporate Counsel reporting to the Assistant General Counsel. This is an exciting opportunity to work as a strategic partner with our business on a broad range of challenging commercial matters. The successful candidate will join a best-in-class legal team that has steadily grown over the last ten years and has built a reputation of being trusted advisors. The environment is supportive and friendly, and based on a corporate culture that gives high priority to individual and team development. Responsibilities What you'll do...
Providing practical advice on a wide range of legal and regulatory issues
Negotiating and drafting commercial contracts for multiple business units, including transportation, ecommerce and marketing
Educating and training business teams on legal requirements
Effectively managing external counsel when engaged
Identifying and implementing efficient ways of working both within and outside the legal department
Qualifications
Minimum of 6 to 9 years of corporate/commercial experience at an in-house legal department and/or leading law firm.
Excellent drafting, negotiation and project management skills
Ability to provide practical legal advice
Ability to effectively manage a high volume of competing demands
Sound judgment, strong business acumen and interpersonal skills as you will have extensive interaction with various business groups
Experience advising on privacy and data governance matters would be an asset.
LL.B. or J.D.
Member in good standing with applicable provincial law society
Minimum Qualifications... Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Age - 16 or older Preferred Qualifications... Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications. Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law. Primary Location… 1940 ARGENTIA RD, MISSISSAUGA, ON L5N 1P9, Canada Are you currently a Walmart associate?
The City of Mississauga is seeking a legal assistant to join its Municipal Law Section, Legal Services Division, to provide legal administrative support. You will conduct legal searches, and prepare reports, legal documentation and correspondence.
The City of Mississauga’s Legal Services Division is a full-service law department that handles a wide variety of interesting and rewarding files that directly impact the way people live, work and play in Mississauga.
Jun 19, 2023
Full time
The City of Mississauga is seeking a legal assistant to join its Municipal Law Section, Legal Services Division, to provide legal administrative support. You will conduct legal searches, and prepare reports, legal documentation and correspondence.
The City of Mississauga’s Legal Services Division is a full-service law department that handles a wide variety of interesting and rewarding files that directly impact the way people live, work and play in Mississauga.
ABOUT IMAX IMAX is not your everyday entertainment experience. With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, our employees and their careers have constantly gone beyond the ordinary. From offices across North America, Europe, and Asia, we combine proprietary software, architecture, and equipment with industry-leading knowledge and connections to create experiences that take audiences beyond the edge of their seats to a world they have never imagined. Our Hollywood team are trusted movie business insiders with decades of production experience, acting as advisors to top filmmakers and studios across the world. Our technology experts are leaders in the industry, constantly pushing the limits of what is possible in entertainment. Our sales and marketing teams are talented professionals who build and enhance the IMAX brand globally.
IMAX's network is among the most important and successful theatrical distribution platforms for major event films around the world, and our growing Live and Enhanced businesses have allowed us to bring the IMAX Experience to our partnerships across live music, events and streaming to provide the best possible experience across any screen. As the world’s leading entertainment technology company, IMAX has revolutionized the way people experience movies, and continues to push the boundaries of entertainment experiences forward. Our employees are driven by a passion to take audiences around the world to places they have only dreamed of.
Come explore IMAX – where innovation, creativity and passion come together. Get inspired, get involved, and ignite your future with IMAX!
Required Skills
Responsibilities
Create and execute legal team technology systems roadmap, working cross functionally with key stakeholders to maintain, enhance or integrate technologies as required
Review and have primary responsibility for the development and maintenance of the Legal Department’s information and records systems, including contract management system
Work as lead part of a team committed to expanding and delivering a cohesive Company-wide records management strategy including policy and procedures, education, and compliance
Assist with tracking and reporting on key operational and substantive metrics for the legal team; help to implement improvement opportunities to support departmental and corporate goals and objectives and facilitate change
Assist with day-to-day operations, including identification, development and implementation of department procedures and processes across the global legal team, supporting efficient working practices across the global team
Working with the Legal Department Operations Director, assist with payment of legal department monthly invoices
Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum 6+ years’ experience preferably both in a law firm and in-house environments, ideally with at least 2 years legal operations and/or records management experience
Bachelor’s degree in related fields preferred
Strong project management skills together with a desire to continually learn and share knowledge
Passion for innovation and improvement to support the challenges of enhancing legal procedures and compliance across the organization
Strong collaborative skills and experience with implementing and maintaining records retention/destruction programs and other records management projects
Systems mindset, with the ability to partner with IT teams to develop and implement systems and processes to enhance the day to day operations of a legal team
Proactive, entrepreneurial approach to recognizing needs, solving problems, anticipating issues, and developing solutions; excellent business judgment and strategic thinking
High degree of business ethics, transparency, and a passion for excellence
Curious, self-starter, out of box thinker who is eager to learn
High sense of urgency and excellent organizational skills required to manage multiple tasks from multiple sourcesCollaborative / team player comfortable leading as well as executing and taking constructive input from multiple sources
Attention to detail including excellent verbal and written communication skills
Commitment to professionalism, integrity, collegiality and the ability to build productive relationships
Thrives on analyzing procedures, planning and delivery of multi-stage improvements including launch, education, and compliance
Comfortable with multiple, simultaneous, and shifting demands, priorities, and tight deadlines with a commitment to quality and attention to detail
Exhibits high standards, impeccable integrity, good judgment, and the ability to work independently
Required Experience
IMAX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer!
At IMAX you will be part of a culture built on respect - one that recognizes the unique talents of everyone on the team. We're proud of the differences that make us all unique and we support unity, acceptance, and equal rights for all. Diversity and inclusion among our employees are critical to our success as a global company.
For consideration, please apply online via the clear legal job board. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note, IMAX is currently operating in-office 5 days-a-week. Additionally, all permanent full-time employment is subject to background and employment/reference checks.
Jun 12, 2023
Full time
ABOUT IMAX IMAX is not your everyday entertainment experience. With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, our employees and their careers have constantly gone beyond the ordinary. From offices across North America, Europe, and Asia, we combine proprietary software, architecture, and equipment with industry-leading knowledge and connections to create experiences that take audiences beyond the edge of their seats to a world they have never imagined. Our Hollywood team are trusted movie business insiders with decades of production experience, acting as advisors to top filmmakers and studios across the world. Our technology experts are leaders in the industry, constantly pushing the limits of what is possible in entertainment. Our sales and marketing teams are talented professionals who build and enhance the IMAX brand globally.
IMAX's network is among the most important and successful theatrical distribution platforms for major event films around the world, and our growing Live and Enhanced businesses have allowed us to bring the IMAX Experience to our partnerships across live music, events and streaming to provide the best possible experience across any screen. As the world’s leading entertainment technology company, IMAX has revolutionized the way people experience movies, and continues to push the boundaries of entertainment experiences forward. Our employees are driven by a passion to take audiences around the world to places they have only dreamed of.
Come explore IMAX – where innovation, creativity and passion come together. Get inspired, get involved, and ignite your future with IMAX!
Required Skills
Responsibilities
Create and execute legal team technology systems roadmap, working cross functionally with key stakeholders to maintain, enhance or integrate technologies as required
Review and have primary responsibility for the development and maintenance of the Legal Department’s information and records systems, including contract management system
Work as lead part of a team committed to expanding and delivering a cohesive Company-wide records management strategy including policy and procedures, education, and compliance
Assist with tracking and reporting on key operational and substantive metrics for the legal team; help to implement improvement opportunities to support departmental and corporate goals and objectives and facilitate change
Assist with day-to-day operations, including identification, development and implementation of department procedures and processes across the global legal team, supporting efficient working practices across the global team
Working with the Legal Department Operations Director, assist with payment of legal department monthly invoices
Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum 6+ years’ experience preferably both in a law firm and in-house environments, ideally with at least 2 years legal operations and/or records management experience
Bachelor’s degree in related fields preferred
Strong project management skills together with a desire to continually learn and share knowledge
Passion for innovation and improvement to support the challenges of enhancing legal procedures and compliance across the organization
Strong collaborative skills and experience with implementing and maintaining records retention/destruction programs and other records management projects
Systems mindset, with the ability to partner with IT teams to develop and implement systems and processes to enhance the day to day operations of a legal team
Proactive, entrepreneurial approach to recognizing needs, solving problems, anticipating issues, and developing solutions; excellent business judgment and strategic thinking
High degree of business ethics, transparency, and a passion for excellence
Curious, self-starter, out of box thinker who is eager to learn
High sense of urgency and excellent organizational skills required to manage multiple tasks from multiple sourcesCollaborative / team player comfortable leading as well as executing and taking constructive input from multiple sources
Attention to detail including excellent verbal and written communication skills
Commitment to professionalism, integrity, collegiality and the ability to build productive relationships
Thrives on analyzing procedures, planning and delivery of multi-stage improvements including launch, education, and compliance
Comfortable with multiple, simultaneous, and shifting demands, priorities, and tight deadlines with a commitment to quality and attention to detail
Exhibits high standards, impeccable integrity, good judgment, and the ability to work independently
Required Experience
IMAX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer!
At IMAX you will be part of a culture built on respect - one that recognizes the unique talents of everyone on the team. We're proud of the differences that make us all unique and we support unity, acceptance, and equal rights for all. Diversity and inclusion among our employees are critical to our success as a global company.
For consideration, please apply online via the clear legal job board. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note, IMAX is currently operating in-office 5 days-a-week. Additionally, all permanent full-time employment is subject to background and employment/reference checks.
Position Summary... Walmart Canada operates a growing chain of more than 410 stores nationwide serving more than 1.2 million customers each day. Walmart Canada’s flagship online store, www.walmart.ca, is visited by 750,000 customers daily. With more than 90,000 associates, Walmart Canada is one of Canada’s largest employers and is ranked one of the country’s top 10 most influential brands. Walmart Canada’s extensive philanthropy program is focused on supporting Canadian families in need, and since 1994 Walmart has donated and raised more than $300 million to Canadian charities. We are currently seeking an experienced real estate lawyer to join our legal department as Corporate Counsel reporting to the Assistant General Counsel. This is an exciting opportunity to work as a strategic partner, responsible for advising the business on a broad range of real estate matters, in addition to other legal areas. What You'll Do... The successful candidate will join a best-in-class legal team that has steadily grown over the last ten years and has built a reputation of being trusted advisors. The environment is supportive and friendly, and based on a corporate culture that gives high priority to personal and team development. This is a great opportunity for someone who is curious, adaptable and confident, and would like to build expertise advising on a wide variety of matters and leading complex transactions, including:
Partner with the Real Estate Business team in the negotiation and drafting of commercial leases (stores, distribution centres, warehouses, etc.), store licensee agreements, and purchase and sale transactions across Canada
Advise on various title, zoning and due diligence matters
Support planning and development matters, including municipal and expropriation law
Resolve commercial disputes, regulatory compliance issues and realty tax appeals
Identify risks and manage potential legal and regulatory issues and partner cross-functionally with the necessary business units to identify and implement appropriate solutions
Support for cross-functional initiatives such as facility automation and environmental sustainability related initiatives
Educate and train on legal requirements within the business, in partnership with business stakeholders
Effectively manage external counsel across Canada where engaged
Identify and implement efficient ways of working both within and outside the legal department
Qualifications
Minimum of 7 to 10 years of commercial real estate experience at a leading law firm and/or in-house legal department.
Prior experience advising on construction and other general commercial contract related matters would be an asset.
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to lead complex transactions and communicate practical legal advice to all levels of the company including senior management, are essential.
Strong business acumen and interpersonal skills are important as you will have extensive interaction with various business groups. Ability to communicate in French is an asset. Minimum Qualifications... Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Age - 16 or older Preferred Qualifications... Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications. Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law.
Jun 06, 2023
Full time
Position Summary... Walmart Canada operates a growing chain of more than 410 stores nationwide serving more than 1.2 million customers each day. Walmart Canada’s flagship online store, www.walmart.ca, is visited by 750,000 customers daily. With more than 90,000 associates, Walmart Canada is one of Canada’s largest employers and is ranked one of the country’s top 10 most influential brands. Walmart Canada’s extensive philanthropy program is focused on supporting Canadian families in need, and since 1994 Walmart has donated and raised more than $300 million to Canadian charities. We are currently seeking an experienced real estate lawyer to join our legal department as Corporate Counsel reporting to the Assistant General Counsel. This is an exciting opportunity to work as a strategic partner, responsible for advising the business on a broad range of real estate matters, in addition to other legal areas. What You'll Do... The successful candidate will join a best-in-class legal team that has steadily grown over the last ten years and has built a reputation of being trusted advisors. The environment is supportive and friendly, and based on a corporate culture that gives high priority to personal and team development. This is a great opportunity for someone who is curious, adaptable and confident, and would like to build expertise advising on a wide variety of matters and leading complex transactions, including:
Partner with the Real Estate Business team in the negotiation and drafting of commercial leases (stores, distribution centres, warehouses, etc.), store licensee agreements, and purchase and sale transactions across Canada
Advise on various title, zoning and due diligence matters
Support planning and development matters, including municipal and expropriation law
Resolve commercial disputes, regulatory compliance issues and realty tax appeals
Identify risks and manage potential legal and regulatory issues and partner cross-functionally with the necessary business units to identify and implement appropriate solutions
Support for cross-functional initiatives such as facility automation and environmental sustainability related initiatives
Educate and train on legal requirements within the business, in partnership with business stakeholders
Effectively manage external counsel across Canada where engaged
Identify and implement efficient ways of working both within and outside the legal department
Qualifications
Minimum of 7 to 10 years of commercial real estate experience at a leading law firm and/or in-house legal department.
Prior experience advising on construction and other general commercial contract related matters would be an asset.
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to lead complex transactions and communicate practical legal advice to all levels of the company including senior management, are essential.
Strong business acumen and interpersonal skills are important as you will have extensive interaction with various business groups. Ability to communicate in French is an asset. Minimum Qualifications... Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Age - 16 or older Preferred Qualifications... Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications. Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law.
At Purolator, you’ll be proud knowing you’re working for a Canadian company that truly values its employees. And it’s community. This is an exciting and evolving industry and we’re leading the change as we strive to deliver the future. Here you will be empowered to help move the business forward. Each and every day. Are you open to the possibilities?
Successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. If you have questions, please feel free to ask during your interview.
Workplace Environment: Hybrid
This role can sit in the following cities: Mississauga
Job Description
Purolator is seeking a highly competent, energetic and business-minded lawyer to join its Legal team as a Legal Counsel! This role will primarily provide legal support as a business partner and manage a diverse practice portfolio in a fast-paced and engaging work environment within a collaborative and supportive legal team.
Responsibilities
The key portfolio areas are:
Regulatory
Environmental, Health & Safety, including Occupational Health & Safety
Human Rights and Accessibility
Workplace investigations
Policy review
Claims and litigation management
Civil Litigation (excluding labor)
Support for labor and employment matters.
Support for security and loss prevention
Support for risk and compliance
Qualifications
4-7 years experience in a law firm or in-house environment
Knowledge of the federal sector and the Canada Labour Code is a valued skill set as is transportation industry experience
Must be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Diplomatic, pragmatic, and persuasive
Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and solve varied problems with confidence using exceptional interpersonal and client service skills
POSTING DETAILS
Location: 530 - Corporate
Working Conditions: Office Environment
Posting Number: [[id]]
Reports to: Assistant General Counsel
We are aware of a fraudulent website that appears to mimic the Purolator careers page. Official job postings from Purolator are shared on www.purolator.com/careers or https://careers.purolator.com . Please ensure any job applications are made directly on these websites. Please note, Purolator will never ask an applicant to make a financial transaction for equipment as part of its recruitment process.
Purolator is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.
We recognize that our employees and their families are key stakeholders. We will only be successful as a business if we provide our employees with a safe and healthy workplace and we have the right people in the right roles with the support they need to succeed. We hire for attitude and train for skills. To learn more about us and our values, go to www.purolator.com.
At Purolator, every day is an opportunity for our employees to connect with one another and with our customers to help make a positive impact in the communities where we live, work and play.
Mar 25, 2023
Full time
At Purolator, you’ll be proud knowing you’re working for a Canadian company that truly values its employees. And it’s community. This is an exciting and evolving industry and we’re leading the change as we strive to deliver the future. Here you will be empowered to help move the business forward. Each and every day. Are you open to the possibilities?
Successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. If you have questions, please feel free to ask during your interview.
Workplace Environment: Hybrid
This role can sit in the following cities: Mississauga
Job Description
Purolator is seeking a highly competent, energetic and business-minded lawyer to join its Legal team as a Legal Counsel! This role will primarily provide legal support as a business partner and manage a diverse practice portfolio in a fast-paced and engaging work environment within a collaborative and supportive legal team.
Responsibilities
The key portfolio areas are:
Regulatory
Environmental, Health & Safety, including Occupational Health & Safety
Human Rights and Accessibility
Workplace investigations
Policy review
Claims and litigation management
Civil Litigation (excluding labor)
Support for labor and employment matters.
Support for security and loss prevention
Support for risk and compliance
Qualifications
4-7 years experience in a law firm or in-house environment
Knowledge of the federal sector and the Canada Labour Code is a valued skill set as is transportation industry experience
Must be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Diplomatic, pragmatic, and persuasive
Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and solve varied problems with confidence using exceptional interpersonal and client service skills
POSTING DETAILS
Location: 530 - Corporate
Working Conditions: Office Environment
Posting Number: [[id]]
Reports to: Assistant General Counsel
We are aware of a fraudulent website that appears to mimic the Purolator careers page. Official job postings from Purolator are shared on www.purolator.com/careers or https://careers.purolator.com . Please ensure any job applications are made directly on these websites. Please note, Purolator will never ask an applicant to make a financial transaction for equipment as part of its recruitment process.
Purolator is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.
We recognize that our employees and their families are key stakeholders. We will only be successful as a business if we provide our employees with a safe and healthy workplace and we have the right people in the right roles with the support they need to succeed. We hire for attitude and train for skills. To learn more about us and our values, go to www.purolator.com.
At Purolator, every day is an opportunity for our employees to connect with one another and with our customers to help make a positive impact in the communities where we live, work and play.