BW Solar’s mission is to play an active role in the energy transition by empowering communities to rely on clean energy to power their lives. Being a privately held company gives BW Solar the agility to adapt to the fast-moving regulatory and technological landscape. We are a young, well-capitalized and profitable company that has originated over 4 GW of greenfield solar and energy storage projects to date.
Reporting to the CEO, the Legal Counsel for BW Solar & BW Group will advise and support all aspects of our Solar and Solar + Storage projects in the US and Canada. The role entails advising on regulatory, compliance, managing dispute resolution matters, and working directly with external counsel and the Corporate Secretarial team in Singapore.
Key Accountabilities and Duties
As member of the management team of BW Solar and of the BW Legal Centre of Excellence provide legal advice and support in relation to all aspects of the BW Solar’s renewables business including acquisitions, joint ventures, financing, leases, options, bids, permitting, corporate, insurance and tax matters.
Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of legal documentation and commercial and real estate agreements for renewable energy transactions (including property tax, interconnection, offtake, LOIs, MOUs, acquisition and divestment agreements, and partnership agreements).
Identify, select, instruct, and liaise and collaborate with local external counsel, especially in the US and Canada, and manage legal budgets with external counsel.
Manage legal due diligence, transaction document negotiation and coordination of closings.
Advise on, and identify, regulatory, compliance and risk issues including the renewable energy regulatory and power generation framework, environmental matters, anti-trust, sanctions, and anti-bribery.
Manage and direct dispute resolution matters (litigation, arbitration and mediation) as and when these matters arise.
Liaise and work collaboratively with the Legal and Corporate Secretarial team in Singapore in connection with BW Group matters and the preparation of corporate and governance materials and support corporate structuring activities, including formation of legal entities.
Perform corporate secretarial role in connection with the companies within the BW Solar group.
Participate in ad hoc projects as required.
Assist with the development and oversight of policies and procedures and actively participate and engage in the process for the continuous improvement of procedures.
Take the lead in building out BW Solar’s contract management workstream.
Qualifications
Legally qualified as an attorney in the US and /or Canada.
Between 5 to 8 years’ legal experience.
Experience working in the renewable energy and/or power generation industry
Experience in M&A for energy projects and real estate agreements for energy projects
Passion for the renewables industry and familiarity with real estate law.
Ambition to grow with the company and to collaborate with developers and senior management.
Good negotiation and drafting skills and sound business acumen.
Preference for experience in leading legal firm
Exhibit adherence to BW Group’s core values – ‘Collaborative, Ambitious, Reliable, and Enduring’.
Ability to deliver high-quality work under deadlines.
Job Requirements
Remote work location within Canada or the US. The successful candidate will be expected to align their working hours in Central or Eastern times zones.
Ability to travel within the United States and Canada. Travel may be required up to 30%.
Valid driver’s license and Passport.
Successful candidate must pass a Criminal Background Check.
Please Note: Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Apr 18, 2024
Remote
BW Solar’s mission is to play an active role in the energy transition by empowering communities to rely on clean energy to power their lives. Being a privately held company gives BW Solar the agility to adapt to the fast-moving regulatory and technological landscape. We are a young, well-capitalized and profitable company that has originated over 4 GW of greenfield solar and energy storage projects to date.
Reporting to the CEO, the Legal Counsel for BW Solar & BW Group will advise and support all aspects of our Solar and Solar + Storage projects in the US and Canada. The role entails advising on regulatory, compliance, managing dispute resolution matters, and working directly with external counsel and the Corporate Secretarial team in Singapore.
Key Accountabilities and Duties
As member of the management team of BW Solar and of the BW Legal Centre of Excellence provide legal advice and support in relation to all aspects of the BW Solar’s renewables business including acquisitions, joint ventures, financing, leases, options, bids, permitting, corporate, insurance and tax matters.
Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of legal documentation and commercial and real estate agreements for renewable energy transactions (including property tax, interconnection, offtake, LOIs, MOUs, acquisition and divestment agreements, and partnership agreements).
Identify, select, instruct, and liaise and collaborate with local external counsel, especially in the US and Canada, and manage legal budgets with external counsel.
Manage legal due diligence, transaction document negotiation and coordination of closings.
Advise on, and identify, regulatory, compliance and risk issues including the renewable energy regulatory and power generation framework, environmental matters, anti-trust, sanctions, and anti-bribery.
Manage and direct dispute resolution matters (litigation, arbitration and mediation) as and when these matters arise.
Liaise and work collaboratively with the Legal and Corporate Secretarial team in Singapore in connection with BW Group matters and the preparation of corporate and governance materials and support corporate structuring activities, including formation of legal entities.
Perform corporate secretarial role in connection with the companies within the BW Solar group.
Participate in ad hoc projects as required.
Assist with the development and oversight of policies and procedures and actively participate and engage in the process for the continuous improvement of procedures.
Take the lead in building out BW Solar’s contract management workstream.
Qualifications
Legally qualified as an attorney in the US and /or Canada.
Between 5 to 8 years’ legal experience.
Experience working in the renewable energy and/or power generation industry
Experience in M&A for energy projects and real estate agreements for energy projects
Passion for the renewables industry and familiarity with real estate law.
Ambition to grow with the company and to collaborate with developers and senior management.
Good negotiation and drafting skills and sound business acumen.
Preference for experience in leading legal firm
Exhibit adherence to BW Group’s core values – ‘Collaborative, Ambitious, Reliable, and Enduring’.
Ability to deliver high-quality work under deadlines.
Job Requirements
Remote work location within Canada or the US. The successful candidate will be expected to align their working hours in Central or Eastern times zones.
Ability to travel within the United States and Canada. Travel may be required up to 30%.
Valid driver’s license and Passport.
Successful candidate must pass a Criminal Background Check.
Please Note: Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Work Location - Toronto or Montreal (Hybrid) Employee Type - Regular Employee FT Salaried About This Opportunity In this role, you will act as a legal subject matter expert with a business-focused mindset, and will work closely with the company’s commercial, sales, real estate, supply chain, transportation, marketing, finance, technology and procurement teams on contractual, regulatory and other commercial legal matters. Responsibilities
Providing legal advice and counsel to advance Coke Canada Bottling’s vision to become the world’s greatest bottling company built by the best people.
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide variety of agreements.
Advising and providing counsel to business stakeholders on a broad range of corporate-commercial matters, including negotiation strategy, marketing strategy and practices, legislative/regulatory matters, RFP development and corporate policies.
Identifying, monitoring and providing updates on case law, legislative developments and other matters relevant to the business.
Identifying and evaluating business risks and opportunities and advising key stakeholders accordingly.
Building strong relationships with leaders across the business and with critical external partners including external counsel.
Developing and providing legal training programs to business stakeholders.
Managing general litigation files and assisting with labour & employment matters, as needed.
Qualifications
Law Degree and member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario or Le Barreau du Quebec.
6-8 years’ post-call experience practicing corporate-commercial law at a reputable law firm or corporate legal department.
Ability to work in a fast pace environment, handle multiple complex projects and carefully prioritize work.
Excellent written and oral communication, negotiation, client relationship, organizational, leadership and project management skills.
Flexibility and approachability.
Solution-oriented, with the ability to think critically, pragmatically and strategically with an entrepreneurial and business-focused mindset.
Business-minded; ability to see “the forest through the trees” and understand that the best in-house counsel are business people with law degrees.
Experience with a large company with locations in multiple provinces is an asset, although not a requirement.
Ability to work in French is an asset, although not a requirement.
About Us: Proudly Canadian and Independently Owned, We are Coke Canada! Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited is Canada’s premier bottling company. We are an independently owned business encompassing over 5,800 associates, more than 50 sales and distribution centers, and 5 production facilities nationwide. For more information about Coke Canada Bottling, please visit cokecanada.com Important All offers of employment at Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited (“Coke Canada Bottling”) are conditional upon a successful background clearance obtained through our contracted third-party vendor. The standard clearance requirements depend on the position and may include some or all of the following: criminal clearance, employment verification, education verification and drivers abstract review. Please advise the Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions or concerns in regards to this once you are contacted for further consideration. Coke Canada Bottling is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce with several programs, policies and resources in place to support our people. For individuals requiring accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process please contact our Talent Acquisition Services team by calling 1-844-383-2653 or email HR@cokecanada.com. #CBSAS
Mar 21, 2024
Full time
Work Location - Toronto or Montreal (Hybrid) Employee Type - Regular Employee FT Salaried About This Opportunity In this role, you will act as a legal subject matter expert with a business-focused mindset, and will work closely with the company’s commercial, sales, real estate, supply chain, transportation, marketing, finance, technology and procurement teams on contractual, regulatory and other commercial legal matters. Responsibilities
Providing legal advice and counsel to advance Coke Canada Bottling’s vision to become the world’s greatest bottling company built by the best people.
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide variety of agreements.
Advising and providing counsel to business stakeholders on a broad range of corporate-commercial matters, including negotiation strategy, marketing strategy and practices, legislative/regulatory matters, RFP development and corporate policies.
Identifying, monitoring and providing updates on case law, legislative developments and other matters relevant to the business.
Identifying and evaluating business risks and opportunities and advising key stakeholders accordingly.
Building strong relationships with leaders across the business and with critical external partners including external counsel.
Developing and providing legal training programs to business stakeholders.
Managing general litigation files and assisting with labour & employment matters, as needed.
Qualifications
Law Degree and member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario or Le Barreau du Quebec.
6-8 years’ post-call experience practicing corporate-commercial law at a reputable law firm or corporate legal department.
Ability to work in a fast pace environment, handle multiple complex projects and carefully prioritize work.
Excellent written and oral communication, negotiation, client relationship, organizational, leadership and project management skills.
Flexibility and approachability.
Solution-oriented, with the ability to think critically, pragmatically and strategically with an entrepreneurial and business-focused mindset.
Business-minded; ability to see “the forest through the trees” and understand that the best in-house counsel are business people with law degrees.
Experience with a large company with locations in multiple provinces is an asset, although not a requirement.
Ability to work in French is an asset, although not a requirement.
About Us: Proudly Canadian and Independently Owned, We are Coke Canada! Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited is Canada’s premier bottling company. We are an independently owned business encompassing over 5,800 associates, more than 50 sales and distribution centers, and 5 production facilities nationwide. For more information about Coke Canada Bottling, please visit cokecanada.com Important All offers of employment at Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited (“Coke Canada Bottling”) are conditional upon a successful background clearance obtained through our contracted third-party vendor. The standard clearance requirements depend on the position and may include some or all of the following: criminal clearance, employment verification, education verification and drivers abstract review. Please advise the Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions or concerns in regards to this once you are contacted for further consideration. Coke Canada Bottling is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce with several programs, policies and resources in place to support our people. For individuals requiring accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process please contact our Talent Acquisition Services team by calling 1-844-383-2653 or email HR@cokecanada.com. #CBSAS
Corporate Legal Assistant CORES Level II - Edmonton
ABOUT OGILVIE LLP
Ogilvie was built in 1920 on a tradition of building relationships and working alongside our clients, and that is still our philosophy a century later. Located in downtown Edmonton, we are leaders in Corporate & Commercial, Real Estate, Litigation, Insolvency, Wills & Estates and Administrative Law.
Ogilvie provides its staff with an opportunity to be challenged and rewarded by working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment alongside some of the top lawyers in Edmonton. Putting our clients first is at the center of all we do at Ogilvie, and our specialized legal teams work side by side with our clients to help them achieve and further their business goals.
Creating successful client relationships is central to our work culture, and we are always looking for talented new people to grow our pool of expertise and provide quality service to our clients. If you think you would be a great addition to our team, we would love to hear from you.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are currently inviting qualified candidates who are interested in dealing with a variety of corporate matters to join the Corporate team in our Edmonton office. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, well-developed interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a positive and professional attitude.
Our positions offer the opportunity to work within a positive work environment, and competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.
Hours of work are 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Filing Alberta and Federal Annual Returns
Familiarity with extra-provincial, NWPTA and MADI-B registrations
Maintaining minute book records
Registering and maintaining limited partnership registrations
Responding to daily inquiries from lawyers, legal assistants and on occasion, clients
Drafting agreements and auxiliary documents, including those relating to incorporations, amendments, dissolutions and various other types of corporate transactions
Conduct due diligence minute book reviews, including recommendations regarding deficiencies
Others duties as assigned
DESIRED SKILL SET
High professionalism and the ability to respect confidentiality
Strong understanding of legal procedures, scheduling and deadlines
Strong organizational skills
Be able to multi-task and prioritize
Interpersonal skills
Reliable and accountable
Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to work independently as well as within a team environment
TECHNICAL ASSETS
Must have working knowledge in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams
Experience in a corporate database system (ALF Cloud preferred)
ACUMIN knowledge an asset
Net Documents knowledge an asset
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Must have CORES (Minimum Level 2) Certification
Be a graduate of an accredited legal assistant program
A minimum of 1 year of experience as a Legal Assistant
APPLICATIONS
Interested applicants may apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter and resume to: HR@OgilvieLaw.com. We thank all applicants for their interest in Ogilvie; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Mar 12, 2024
Full time
Corporate Legal Assistant CORES Level II - Edmonton
ABOUT OGILVIE LLP
Ogilvie was built in 1920 on a tradition of building relationships and working alongside our clients, and that is still our philosophy a century later. Located in downtown Edmonton, we are leaders in Corporate & Commercial, Real Estate, Litigation, Insolvency, Wills & Estates and Administrative Law.
Ogilvie provides its staff with an opportunity to be challenged and rewarded by working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment alongside some of the top lawyers in Edmonton. Putting our clients first is at the center of all we do at Ogilvie, and our specialized legal teams work side by side with our clients to help them achieve and further their business goals.
Creating successful client relationships is central to our work culture, and we are always looking for talented new people to grow our pool of expertise and provide quality service to our clients. If you think you would be a great addition to our team, we would love to hear from you.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are currently inviting qualified candidates who are interested in dealing with a variety of corporate matters to join the Corporate team in our Edmonton office. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, well-developed interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a positive and professional attitude.
Our positions offer the opportunity to work within a positive work environment, and competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.
Hours of work are 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Filing Alberta and Federal Annual Returns
Familiarity with extra-provincial, NWPTA and MADI-B registrations
Maintaining minute book records
Registering and maintaining limited partnership registrations
Responding to daily inquiries from lawyers, legal assistants and on occasion, clients
Drafting agreements and auxiliary documents, including those relating to incorporations, amendments, dissolutions and various other types of corporate transactions
Conduct due diligence minute book reviews, including recommendations regarding deficiencies
Others duties as assigned
DESIRED SKILL SET
High professionalism and the ability to respect confidentiality
Strong understanding of legal procedures, scheduling and deadlines
Strong organizational skills
Be able to multi-task and prioritize
Interpersonal skills
Reliable and accountable
Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to work independently as well as within a team environment
TECHNICAL ASSETS
Must have working knowledge in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams
Experience in a corporate database system (ALF Cloud preferred)
ACUMIN knowledge an asset
Net Documents knowledge an asset
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Must have CORES (Minimum Level 2) Certification
Be a graduate of an accredited legal assistant program
A minimum of 1 year of experience as a Legal Assistant
APPLICATIONS
Interested applicants may apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter and resume to: HR@OgilvieLaw.com. We thank all applicants for their interest in Ogilvie; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Brookfield Asset Management, Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
At Brookfield Properties, our global network and relationships are here for our tenants and partners — wherever they are in the world. Where going to work never feels routine. We integrate commercial real estate with world-class shops, restaurants, and entertainment, creating spaces where work and play don’t just coexist, but thrive. If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Commercial Leasing Lawyer (office/retail) to join our in-house legal department to work on our assets in eastern Canada. Reporting to the Senior Vice-President, Legal, the ideal candidate will be an individual with strong academic credentials and interpersonal skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Primarily draft, review, negotiate and finalize commercial leasing documentation
Assist with acquisition, sales, development and financing of properties
Review, negotiate and revise operational contracts
Provide accurate and timely legal advice
Control, update, revise and implement standard from lease documents. Responsible to record accurate information in Yardi and lease summaries for deals completed.
Assist with and direct as required the development, implementation and maintenance of Lease Administration tools
Retain, instruct and manage third party providers of legal services
Supervise, assist and mentor as required other team members, such as senior law clerks and lease administrators, including reviewing and approving work
Other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Senior Vice-President, Legal
QUALIFICATIONS
SERVICE / PERSONAL SKILLS:
Excellent communication and organizational skills. Must be able to work both in a team environment and independently in a deadline driven environment. Self-motivated, detail orientated with strong initiative, and analytical skills. Multi-tasking, problem solving and prioritization skills are critical to this role.
EXPERIENCE:
3-6 years post call experience in the practice of commercial leasing law (office/retail) in a law firm or inhouse legal department.
EDUCATION/DESIGNATIONS/LICENSES:
Bachelor of Laws or JJD
Member of good standing of the Ontario Bar
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Advanced Microsoft Word/Outlook. Strong working knowledge of Excel.
We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Accordingly, we will accommodate the needs of all qualified applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
#BPCA
Mar 06, 2024
Full time
At Brookfield Properties, our global network and relationships are here for our tenants and partners — wherever they are in the world. Where going to work never feels routine. We integrate commercial real estate with world-class shops, restaurants, and entertainment, creating spaces where work and play don’t just coexist, but thrive. If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Commercial Leasing Lawyer (office/retail) to join our in-house legal department to work on our assets in eastern Canada. Reporting to the Senior Vice-President, Legal, the ideal candidate will be an individual with strong academic credentials and interpersonal skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Primarily draft, review, negotiate and finalize commercial leasing documentation
Assist with acquisition, sales, development and financing of properties
Review, negotiate and revise operational contracts
Provide accurate and timely legal advice
Control, update, revise and implement standard from lease documents. Responsible to record accurate information in Yardi and lease summaries for deals completed.
Assist with and direct as required the development, implementation and maintenance of Lease Administration tools
Retain, instruct and manage third party providers of legal services
Supervise, assist and mentor as required other team members, such as senior law clerks and lease administrators, including reviewing and approving work
Other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Senior Vice-President, Legal
QUALIFICATIONS
SERVICE / PERSONAL SKILLS:
Excellent communication and organizational skills. Must be able to work both in a team environment and independently in a deadline driven environment. Self-motivated, detail orientated with strong initiative, and analytical skills. Multi-tasking, problem solving and prioritization skills are critical to this role.
EXPERIENCE:
3-6 years post call experience in the practice of commercial leasing law (office/retail) in a law firm or inhouse legal department.
EDUCATION/DESIGNATIONS/LICENSES:
Bachelor of Laws or JJD
Member of good standing of the Ontario Bar
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Advanced Microsoft Word/Outlook. Strong working knowledge of Excel.
We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Accordingly, we will accommodate the needs of all qualified applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
#BPCA
Are you looking to join a dynamic pension plan that embodies the strong values of its 500,000 members and is an industry leading global investor? If so, we would love to tell you our story. At OMERS we put our people first and are proud to embrace the diversity of thought and leadership that comes from having locations in Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe. Our culture is truly one of a kind. We get stuff done, and have fun doing it! We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live with an ever-constant eye to the global investment markets. Reporting to the Vice President, Legal, you will be accountable for ensuring that OMERS legal risks are well managed while supporting OMERS corporate business teams. As Corporate Counsel, you will be responsible for providing legal and business advice and guidance in respect of corporate, commercial, securities and other general matters that arise as part of OMERS corporate and business operations, as well as assistance with the management of the OMERS Corporate Secretariat. This is an excellent opportunity to plan, execute, and supervise a variety of complex legal initiatives and innovative projects, including engaging and managing external counsel, in a collegial and collaborative setting. As a member of this team, you will be responsible for: providing business-focused legal advice in an energetic role that is characterized by partnership across a broad range of functions and includes the support of: OMERS Investment Management in respect of regulatory, corporate, commercial and transactional matters; OMERS Finance Trust in respect of transactional, compliance, governance and day-to-day operating matters; the OMERS Finance, Tax, Treasury and Risk teams in respect of certain business activities (e.g. credit support documentation review, loan compliance functions, policy review, etc.); and OAC generally in respect of corporate, commercial and policy objectives; supporting the Chief Legal & Sustainability Officer of OMERS and the Senior Vice President, Legal & Corporate Secretary on various legal and governance matters; assisting the Vice President, Legal with management of the OMERS Corporate Secretariat team; and satisfying Know Your Client inquiries. To succeed in this role, you have: a legal designation, with a minimum of 3 years of corporate commercial experience gained from a law firm; qualified to practice law in Ontario; significant commercial experience, including deep experience with corporate and securities matters and strong familiarity with corporate governance issues; exposure to the public pension and investment industries; sophisticated interpersonal and relationship management skills, including the ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders; strong business acumen; excellent negotiating skills; sound judgement and high integrity; a bias for action and possess a high degree of initiative; and a knack for getting things done. We believe that time together in the office is important for OMERS and Oxford, the strength of our employees, and the work we do for our pension members. Our flexible hybrid work guideline requires teams to come to the office a minimum of 3+ days per week. Our story: Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, with $127.4 billion in net assets as at June 30, 2023. OMERS is a jointly-sponsored pension plan, with more than 1,000 participating employers ranging from large cities to local agencies, and over half a million active, deferred and retired members. OMERS members include union and non-union employees of municipalities, school boards, local boards, transit systems, electrical utilities, emergency services and children’s aid societies across Ontario. Contributions to the Plan are funded equally by members and employers. OMERS teams work in Toronto, London, New York, Amsterdam, Luxembourg, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe – serving members and employers and originating and managing a diversified portfolio of high-quality investments in public markets, private equity, infrastructure and real estate. OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups. Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all of our lives.
Feb 22, 2024
Full time
Are you looking to join a dynamic pension plan that embodies the strong values of its 500,000 members and is an industry leading global investor? If so, we would love to tell you our story. At OMERS we put our people first and are proud to embrace the diversity of thought and leadership that comes from having locations in Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe. Our culture is truly one of a kind. We get stuff done, and have fun doing it! We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live with an ever-constant eye to the global investment markets. Reporting to the Vice President, Legal, you will be accountable for ensuring that OMERS legal risks are well managed while supporting OMERS corporate business teams. As Corporate Counsel, you will be responsible for providing legal and business advice and guidance in respect of corporate, commercial, securities and other general matters that arise as part of OMERS corporate and business operations, as well as assistance with the management of the OMERS Corporate Secretariat. This is an excellent opportunity to plan, execute, and supervise a variety of complex legal initiatives and innovative projects, including engaging and managing external counsel, in a collegial and collaborative setting. As a member of this team, you will be responsible for: providing business-focused legal advice in an energetic role that is characterized by partnership across a broad range of functions and includes the support of: OMERS Investment Management in respect of regulatory, corporate, commercial and transactional matters; OMERS Finance Trust in respect of transactional, compliance, governance and day-to-day operating matters; the OMERS Finance, Tax, Treasury and Risk teams in respect of certain business activities (e.g. credit support documentation review, loan compliance functions, policy review, etc.); and OAC generally in respect of corporate, commercial and policy objectives; supporting the Chief Legal & Sustainability Officer of OMERS and the Senior Vice President, Legal & Corporate Secretary on various legal and governance matters; assisting the Vice President, Legal with management of the OMERS Corporate Secretariat team; and satisfying Know Your Client inquiries. To succeed in this role, you have: a legal designation, with a minimum of 3 years of corporate commercial experience gained from a law firm; qualified to practice law in Ontario; significant commercial experience, including deep experience with corporate and securities matters and strong familiarity with corporate governance issues; exposure to the public pension and investment industries; sophisticated interpersonal and relationship management skills, including the ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders; strong business acumen; excellent negotiating skills; sound judgement and high integrity; a bias for action and possess a high degree of initiative; and a knack for getting things done. We believe that time together in the office is important for OMERS and Oxford, the strength of our employees, and the work we do for our pension members. Our flexible hybrid work guideline requires teams to come to the office a minimum of 3+ days per week. Our story: Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, with $127.4 billion in net assets as at June 30, 2023. OMERS is a jointly-sponsored pension plan, with more than 1,000 participating employers ranging from large cities to local agencies, and over half a million active, deferred and retired members. OMERS members include union and non-union employees of municipalities, school boards, local boards, transit systems, electrical utilities, emergency services and children’s aid societies across Ontario. Contributions to the Plan are funded equally by members and employers. OMERS teams work in Toronto, London, New York, Amsterdam, Luxembourg, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe – serving members and employers and originating and managing a diversified portfolio of high-quality investments in public markets, private equity, infrastructure and real estate. OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups. Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all of our lives.
Opportunity: Commercial Real Estate Lawyer
Location: Downtown Toronto
Qualifications:
The client is seeking an Associate with a minimum of 5 years' of relevant experience in Commercial Real Estate to join its team in the Toronto office. The firm provides legal services to both builders and individual clients. Work on large projects.
Job Description:
Our Client is a growing firm and they require an Associate Lawyer to join its Commercial Real Estate Practice Group.
Desired Skills & Experience
5 years experience in Commercial Real Estate Law
Experience in Builders' side will be an asset
Acquisition, development and sale of RE projects of land, commercial or industrial buildings
RE financing including mortgages, interim construction financing, permanent financing, and sale-leasebacks
Development experience including plan registration and sales
Ability to work independently as well as on a team
Ability to handle a high volume of work
Knowledge of MS Office Suite and PC Law
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
If you are interested, please send your CV in confidence to: ben@cartelinc.com Ben Higham, JD, LL.M.
Managing Partner
Cartel Inc. | First Canadian Place, Suite 2550
About Us
With over 35 years of experience, Cartel is considered one of Toronto's leading employment agencies servicing the legal community. Our clients are among the most distinguished law firms and our success lies in our applicants and their desire for the perfect career match. There is no fee to register with Cartel for any employment opportunity.
We listen. We're honest. Just ask your friends. They'll tell you. Cartel. Give us a call; we really do make the difference.
Cartel values diversity in their work place and it is the policy of the client to recruit, hire, promote, reassign, compensate and train highly qualified persons without regard to race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Feb 13, 2024
Full time
Opportunity: Commercial Real Estate Lawyer
Location: Downtown Toronto
Qualifications:
The client is seeking an Associate with a minimum of 5 years' of relevant experience in Commercial Real Estate to join its team in the Toronto office. The firm provides legal services to both builders and individual clients. Work on large projects.
Job Description:
Our Client is a growing firm and they require an Associate Lawyer to join its Commercial Real Estate Practice Group.
Desired Skills & Experience
5 years experience in Commercial Real Estate Law
Experience in Builders' side will be an asset
Acquisition, development and sale of RE projects of land, commercial or industrial buildings
RE financing including mortgages, interim construction financing, permanent financing, and sale-leasebacks
Development experience including plan registration and sales
Ability to work independently as well as on a team
Ability to handle a high volume of work
Knowledge of MS Office Suite and PC Law
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
If you are interested, please send your CV in confidence to: ben@cartelinc.com Ben Higham, JD, LL.M.
Managing Partner
Cartel Inc. | First Canadian Place, Suite 2550
About Us
With over 35 years of experience, Cartel is considered one of Toronto's leading employment agencies servicing the legal community. Our clients are among the most distinguished law firms and our success lies in our applicants and their desire for the perfect career match. There is no fee to register with Cartel for any employment opportunity.
We listen. We're honest. Just ask your friends. They'll tell you. Cartel. Give us a call; we really do make the difference.
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A Snapshot of Your Day You will take an active role in the following:
Be the primary legal contact for key business groups in Canada for all legal matters
Drafting, review and negotiation of a variety of commercial contracts and other legal documents supporting bids within Canada and cross-border, including goods and/or service, procurement, finance and other ancillary agreements;
Providing guidance as needed for a variety of legal topics relevant to Canadian businesses (including privacy, real-estate, compliance and regulatory matters)
Identification of business and legal risk issues and in the making of recommendations on how issues should be addressed to mitigate exposure and minimize corporate liability while remaining competitive in the industry;
Strategic handling of contract disputes, warranty interpretation and potential breach of contract issues;
Development and implementation of strategies to develop or improve templates, tools and methods for efficient contract review; and
Coordination of cross-border legal advice with in-house counterparts in other jurisdictions.
How You’ll Make An Impact
Helping to grow our business while mitigation risks and addressing customer needs.
Providing timely quality legal advice on a variety of legal issues including new emerging issues.
Helping to drive efficiencies and new ways of working.
Addressing impacts of new case law on legislation on the business.
Providing confident legal advice to our business partners.
What You Bring
2-5 years of commercial experience obtained in a large or medium sized in-house legal department or law firm with excellent academic credentials;
Be called to the bar of and be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario;
Enjoy operating as a trusted advisor to the business delivering sound, creative and practical legal advice, demonstrating expert knowledge of the law and a passion for it in a wide range of areas;
Be a team player with a willingness to take on a variety of responsibilities and roles to collaboratively support the team, department and the company;
Passion for your work. Be a confident and curious problem solver able to tackle unfamiliar situations in a fast paced environment either individually or as part of a team;
Have unrivaled attention to detail, be highly self-motivated, have excellent organization skills and the capability to effectively manage priorities while meeting strict timelines; and
Excellent communication skills
About The Team You will work with a wide variety of stakeholders. You will report into the Canadian Legal organization. We are highly professional, respectful, and collegial with a mind towards innovation and growth. What’s it like to work at Siemens Energy? Take a look: https://bit.ly/3hD9pvK Who is Siemens Energy? At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 94,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Our Commitment to Diversity Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences. Rewards
Career growth and development opportunities
Supportive work culture and a healthy work- life balance
Flexible work environment with flex hours, telecommuting and digital workspaces.
Contribute to our social responsibility initiatives
Diversity and inclusivity focused
Jobs & Careers: https://www.siemens-energy.com/global/en/company/jobs.html
Nov 25, 2023
Full time
A Snapshot of Your Day You will take an active role in the following:
Be the primary legal contact for key business groups in Canada for all legal matters
Drafting, review and negotiation of a variety of commercial contracts and other legal documents supporting bids within Canada and cross-border, including goods and/or service, procurement, finance and other ancillary agreements;
Providing guidance as needed for a variety of legal topics relevant to Canadian businesses (including privacy, real-estate, compliance and regulatory matters)
Identification of business and legal risk issues and in the making of recommendations on how issues should be addressed to mitigate exposure and minimize corporate liability while remaining competitive in the industry;
Strategic handling of contract disputes, warranty interpretation and potential breach of contract issues;
Development and implementation of strategies to develop or improve templates, tools and methods for efficient contract review; and
Coordination of cross-border legal advice with in-house counterparts in other jurisdictions.
How You’ll Make An Impact
Helping to grow our business while mitigation risks and addressing customer needs.
Providing timely quality legal advice on a variety of legal issues including new emerging issues.
Helping to drive efficiencies and new ways of working.
Addressing impacts of new case law on legislation on the business.
Providing confident legal advice to our business partners.
What You Bring
2-5 years of commercial experience obtained in a large or medium sized in-house legal department or law firm with excellent academic credentials;
Be called to the bar of and be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario;
Enjoy operating as a trusted advisor to the business delivering sound, creative and practical legal advice, demonstrating expert knowledge of the law and a passion for it in a wide range of areas;
Be a team player with a willingness to take on a variety of responsibilities and roles to collaboratively support the team, department and the company;
Passion for your work. Be a confident and curious problem solver able to tackle unfamiliar situations in a fast paced environment either individually or as part of a team;
Have unrivaled attention to detail, be highly self-motivated, have excellent organization skills and the capability to effectively manage priorities while meeting strict timelines; and
Excellent communication skills
About The Team You will work with a wide variety of stakeholders. You will report into the Canadian Legal organization. We are highly professional, respectful, and collegial with a mind towards innovation and growth. What’s it like to work at Siemens Energy? Take a look: https://bit.ly/3hD9pvK Who is Siemens Energy? At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 94,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Our Commitment to Diversity Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences. Rewards
Career growth and development opportunities
Supportive work culture and a healthy work- life balance
Flexible work environment with flex hours, telecommuting and digital workspaces.
Contribute to our social responsibility initiatives
Diversity and inclusivity focused
Jobs & Careers: https://www.siemens-energy.com/global/en/company/jobs.html
Job Description At Janssen, we never stop working toward a future where disease is a thing of the past. We’re the Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, and you can count on us to keep working tirelessly to make that future a reality for patients everywhere, by fighting sickness with science, improving access with ingenuity, and healing hopelessness with heart. We focus on areas of medicine where we can make the biggest difference: Cardiovascular, Immunology, Neuroscience, Oncology, and Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension. Visit us: www.janssen.ca for more information. The Global Legal Organization is recruiting for a Senior Legal Counsel to support J&J’s Janssen Pharmaceuticals in Toronto, Canada. This Senior Legal Counsel will report to the Vice President, Law for Janssen Canada. The Senior Legal Counsel supports the Vice President, Law by providing business partners with strategic legal advice and counsel in all areas of law, to further the interests of the business while protecting the company’s rights, interests and reputation. Key Responsibilities Partnering with local business, and outside counsel as appropriate, to support business opportunities while ensuring compliance with legislation, industry guidelines and internal policies. Additionally, the position involves close interactions with colleagues in the Johnson & Johnson Global Legal Organization’s litigation, regulatory and patent groups who are engaged in patent and product liability litigation as well as in prosecuting and managing Johnson & Johnson’s patent estate. Providing strategic proactive and reactive legal advice on a wide range of proposed business initiatives and materials, in the areas of sales & marketing, regulatory affairs, drug pricing and reimbursement, clinical data generation and communication, finance & logistics, and information technology. Preparing and negotiating commercial agreements across functional areas listed above. Providing Canadian legal advice and drafting support on development and negotiation of licensing and acquisition agreements. Serving on project teams and committees to assess and implement special/significant projects in the local business and/or J&J’s Global Legal Organization.
Minimum 7-9 years of experience in a private practice and/or in-house setting.
Proven legal and business judgment and excellent strategic and analytical skills.
Demonstrated abilities to work in a fast-paced environment, meet stringent timelines, and handle multiple demands simultaneously.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team player.
Excellent client relationship experience and communication skills and ability to work with a wide range of people with varying degrees of legal exposure.
Bilingual English and French would be an asset.
Strength in corporate/commercial matters; regulatory experience is preferred.
The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs.Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan.The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year.Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs such as health insurance, savings plan, pension plan, disability plan, vacation pay, sick time, holiday pay, and work, personal and family time off in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com .
Oct 29, 2023
Full time
Job Description At Janssen, we never stop working toward a future where disease is a thing of the past. We’re the Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, and you can count on us to keep working tirelessly to make that future a reality for patients everywhere, by fighting sickness with science, improving access with ingenuity, and healing hopelessness with heart. We focus on areas of medicine where we can make the biggest difference: Cardiovascular, Immunology, Neuroscience, Oncology, and Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension. Visit us: www.janssen.ca for more information. The Global Legal Organization is recruiting for a Senior Legal Counsel to support J&J’s Janssen Pharmaceuticals in Toronto, Canada. This Senior Legal Counsel will report to the Vice President, Law for Janssen Canada. The Senior Legal Counsel supports the Vice President, Law by providing business partners with strategic legal advice and counsel in all areas of law, to further the interests of the business while protecting the company’s rights, interests and reputation. Key Responsibilities Partnering with local business, and outside counsel as appropriate, to support business opportunities while ensuring compliance with legislation, industry guidelines and internal policies. Additionally, the position involves close interactions with colleagues in the Johnson & Johnson Global Legal Organization’s litigation, regulatory and patent groups who are engaged in patent and product liability litigation as well as in prosecuting and managing Johnson & Johnson’s patent estate. Providing strategic proactive and reactive legal advice on a wide range of proposed business initiatives and materials, in the areas of sales & marketing, regulatory affairs, drug pricing and reimbursement, clinical data generation and communication, finance & logistics, and information technology. Preparing and negotiating commercial agreements across functional areas listed above. Providing Canadian legal advice and drafting support on development and negotiation of licensing and acquisition agreements. Serving on project teams and committees to assess and implement special/significant projects in the local business and/or J&J’s Global Legal Organization.
Minimum 7-9 years of experience in a private practice and/or in-house setting.
Proven legal and business judgment and excellent strategic and analytical skills.
Demonstrated abilities to work in a fast-paced environment, meet stringent timelines, and handle multiple demands simultaneously.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team player.
Excellent client relationship experience and communication skills and ability to work with a wide range of people with varying degrees of legal exposure.
Bilingual English and French would be an asset.
Strength in corporate/commercial matters; regulatory experience is preferred.
The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs.Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan.The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year.Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs such as health insurance, savings plan, pension plan, disability plan, vacation pay, sick time, holiday pay, and work, personal and family time off in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com .
Senior Legal Counsel, Litigation - Toronto, ON
(Hybrid)
About Tilray Brands Inc.
Tilray Brands is a leading global cannabis-lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company with operations in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and Latin America that is changing people's lives for the better – one person at a time – by inspiring and empowering the worldwide community to live their very best life by providing them with products that meet the needs of their mind, body, and soul and invoke a sense of wellbeing. Tilray’s mission is to be the trusted partner for its patients and consumers by providing them with a cultivated experience and health and wellbeing through high-quality, differentiated brands and innovative products. A pioneer in cannabis research, cultivation, and distribution, Tilray’s unprecedented production platform supports over 20 brands in over 20 countries, including comprehensive cannabis offerings, hemp-based foods, and alcoholic beverages.
Looking to develop your career at the forefront of a rapidly expanding industry?
Overview:
The Senior Legal Counsel, Litigation will lead our Canadian and Corporate litigation function. The role will manage litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other dispute matters affecting Tilray Brands, Inc. and its Canadian subsidiaries. You will also provide support for litigation matters for Tilray’s U.S. and foreign subsidiaries as required.
In such capacity you will primarily be responsible for the efficient management and resolution of a range of litigation which includes, but is not limited to contractual, employment, securities, and real estate matters by directing and managing outside counsel. You will ensure that the team maintains compliance, mitigates risks, and stays within legal budget.
We are looking for a leader who is comfortable building relationships throughout the organization, has the presence to exercise influence to achieve results, and the ability to interact confidently to translate difficult legal principles into practical business solutions. You will be working alongside and in support of our highly experienced business team and legal professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer who enjoys the challenge of an ever-changing business, who has strong interpersonal skills, and a thirst for learning and growing
Key Accountabilities:
Serve as point person for management of Canadian and corporate litigation, mediation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution files (relating to securities class actions, commercial/contractual, employment, and real estate, among others) affecting the company and its various subsidiaries
Support litigation matters for U.S. and foreign subsidiaries
Liaise between business units at the company and external counsel with guidance and instructions
Assist with managing and responding to document production and e-discovery requests
Manage external legal counsel including through negotiating budgets, fee proposals, and retainers and reviewing and assessing received invoices related to litigation matters
Prepare quarterly litigation matter summaries, reserves, and audit reporting
Provide feedback and guidance on draft pleadings
Provide feedback and guidance on proposed settlement and resolution opportunities, where appropriate
Keep apprised of developments in legislation and case law and assist in the identification and assessment of such developments on designated lines of business
Conduct research on legal issues and prepare opinions and present such opinions to the designated business units
Develop and sustain good working relationships with business partners by facilitating open communication and becoming familiar with the designated business units
Maintain and manage Tilray’s record retention and information management policies and process
Respond to subpoenas and government access to information requests
Provide privacy, employment, and labor law advice as needed
Assist with internal employment investigations
Qualifications
Juris Doctorate/LLB
Fluency in both English and French is a must
4-8 years of solid and progressive litigation experience at leading law firm and/or in-house at a leading company
Called to the Bar of Law Society of Ontario or le Barreau du Québec and be in good standing
Strong skill set in risk management, both from a legal and reputational standpoint, litigation strategy, and ability to act as a trusted business advisor
Experience working with outside law firms and managing legal budgets is an asset
Proficient knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory environment within practice areas
Strong communication skills (oral and written), excellent interpersonal skills, and client service orientation
Excellent research, drafting, and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to make sound legal recommendations
Work well both independently and in collaboration with other team members
Ability to take initiative and exercise consistent good judgment
Excellent time-management skills and ability to prioritize
Experience in securities litigation and/or advising on Canadian securities regulation (public companies) is an asset
Knowledge of Canadian privacy legislation and responding to access to information requests
Knowledge of Ontario and/or Quebec employment law
Tilray Brands welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.
Please note that Tilray does not authorize, engage, or sponsor any consultants, agencies or organizations that seek certain personal or financial information from you (e.g. passwords, login ids, credit card information). High Park does not charge any application, processing or onboarding fee at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process.
When replying to emails, please ensure the sender name and email address match exactly. Please also ensure the Reply-To address matches the sending address exactly.
If you are concerned about the authenticity of an email, letter, or call purportedly from, for, or on behalf of High Park, please send an email inquiry to infosec@tilray.com
Jul 21, 2023
Hybrid
Senior Legal Counsel, Litigation - Toronto, ON
(Hybrid)
About Tilray Brands Inc.
Tilray Brands is a leading global cannabis-lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company with operations in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and Latin America that is changing people's lives for the better – one person at a time – by inspiring and empowering the worldwide community to live their very best life by providing them with products that meet the needs of their mind, body, and soul and invoke a sense of wellbeing. Tilray’s mission is to be the trusted partner for its patients and consumers by providing them with a cultivated experience and health and wellbeing through high-quality, differentiated brands and innovative products. A pioneer in cannabis research, cultivation, and distribution, Tilray’s unprecedented production platform supports over 20 brands in over 20 countries, including comprehensive cannabis offerings, hemp-based foods, and alcoholic beverages.
Looking to develop your career at the forefront of a rapidly expanding industry?
Overview:
The Senior Legal Counsel, Litigation will lead our Canadian and Corporate litigation function. The role will manage litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other dispute matters affecting Tilray Brands, Inc. and its Canadian subsidiaries. You will also provide support for litigation matters for Tilray’s U.S. and foreign subsidiaries as required.
In such capacity you will primarily be responsible for the efficient management and resolution of a range of litigation which includes, but is not limited to contractual, employment, securities, and real estate matters by directing and managing outside counsel. You will ensure that the team maintains compliance, mitigates risks, and stays within legal budget.
We are looking for a leader who is comfortable building relationships throughout the organization, has the presence to exercise influence to achieve results, and the ability to interact confidently to translate difficult legal principles into practical business solutions. You will be working alongside and in support of our highly experienced business team and legal professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer who enjoys the challenge of an ever-changing business, who has strong interpersonal skills, and a thirst for learning and growing
Key Accountabilities:
Serve as point person for management of Canadian and corporate litigation, mediation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution files (relating to securities class actions, commercial/contractual, employment, and real estate, among others) affecting the company and its various subsidiaries
Support litigation matters for U.S. and foreign subsidiaries
Liaise between business units at the company and external counsel with guidance and instructions
Assist with managing and responding to document production and e-discovery requests
Manage external legal counsel including through negotiating budgets, fee proposals, and retainers and reviewing and assessing received invoices related to litigation matters
Prepare quarterly litigation matter summaries, reserves, and audit reporting
Provide feedback and guidance on draft pleadings
Provide feedback and guidance on proposed settlement and resolution opportunities, where appropriate
Keep apprised of developments in legislation and case law and assist in the identification and assessment of such developments on designated lines of business
Conduct research on legal issues and prepare opinions and present such opinions to the designated business units
Develop and sustain good working relationships with business partners by facilitating open communication and becoming familiar with the designated business units
Maintain and manage Tilray’s record retention and information management policies and process
Respond to subpoenas and government access to information requests
Provide privacy, employment, and labor law advice as needed
Assist with internal employment investigations
Qualifications
Juris Doctorate/LLB
Fluency in both English and French is a must
4-8 years of solid and progressive litigation experience at leading law firm and/or in-house at a leading company
Called to the Bar of Law Society of Ontario or le Barreau du Québec and be in good standing
Strong skill set in risk management, both from a legal and reputational standpoint, litigation strategy, and ability to act as a trusted business advisor
Experience working with outside law firms and managing legal budgets is an asset
Proficient knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory environment within practice areas
Strong communication skills (oral and written), excellent interpersonal skills, and client service orientation
Excellent research, drafting, and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to make sound legal recommendations
Work well both independently and in collaboration with other team members
Ability to take initiative and exercise consistent good judgment
Excellent time-management skills and ability to prioritize
Experience in securities litigation and/or advising on Canadian securities regulation (public companies) is an asset
Knowledge of Canadian privacy legislation and responding to access to information requests
Knowledge of Ontario and/or Quebec employment law
Tilray Brands welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.
Please note that Tilray does not authorize, engage, or sponsor any consultants, agencies or organizations that seek certain personal or financial information from you (e.g. passwords, login ids, credit card information). High Park does not charge any application, processing or onboarding fee at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process.
When replying to emails, please ensure the sender name and email address match exactly. Please also ensure the Reply-To address matches the sending address exactly.
If you are concerned about the authenticity of an email, letter, or call purportedly from, for, or on behalf of High Park, please send an email inquiry to infosec@tilray.com
Build Your Career at Aecon
Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation, and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there, safely and sustainably building the future.
We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity , expertise and teamwork of our employees. We are always searching the globe for exceptional candidates to join the Aecon family and be a part of our forward-thinking, innovative, best-in-class organization!
What is the Opportunity?
Scarborough Transit Connect (STC) is awarded the design and works of the Scarborough Subway Extension project. The Scarborough Subway Extension will bring the TTC’s Line 2 subway service nearly eight kilometers farther into Scarborough. It will extend from Kennedy Station to Sheppard Avenue and McCowan Road, providing quick and seamless transit for those heading into and out of the downtown core and those travelling within Scarborough. The extension will replace Line 3 (the Scarborough RT), helping to reduce travel times and improve access to jobs, schools and other key destinations throughout the city.
As part of the Scarborough Transit Connect project based in Scarborough, we are looking for a Legal Counsel to join our team. Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will provide legal advice to executives, support the bidding processes, enable business operations, the negotiation and closing of major project contracts, structured transactions, including design/build strategies for integrated project delivery on an assortment of contract delivery models.
What You’ll Do Here
Provide legal leadership on behalf of the Scarborough Subway Extension project (SSE) for the drafting and negotiation of project agreements, drop-down construction and O&M contracts, consortium agreements, including joint venture or general partnership agreements, lender and other financing agreements, design services agreements, key subcontract and supply agreements, and other related documents.
Identify core legal and commercial issues of importance to Aecon and work closely with senior Operations management and project bid teams to prepare negotiation positions and advocate said positions with counter-parties.
Manage various project-related claims at different stages of the dispute resolution process, including dispute resolution board, adjudication, court and/or arbitration proceedings, and includes strategizing with project teams and instructing external counsel.
Provide legal support for major concurrent project bids while ensuring the legal and risk review of processes and partnerships are maintained.
Manage and monitor compliance with Aecon’s policies in relation to the approvals required for major project bid submissions.
Build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with senior executives, external counsel, consultants and other stakeholders.
Fostering and promoting a work environment that is: productive, collaborative, inclusive and diverse with a team culture of integrity, professionalism and excellence.
What You'll Bring To The Team
You are an active member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario.
You have demonstrated working experience/knowledge of commercial contract laws.
You have 3 or more years legal experience in a private practice or as in-house counsel specializing in contract review and negotiations.
You have demonstrated experience with transactional legal support, which may include public-private partnerships, project finance, mergers and acquisitions or commercial real estate.
You have demonstrated versatility with the ability to learn new business structures.
You have demonstrated verbal reasoning skills with the ability to interpret the precise definition of written documents such as contracts, legislation and case decisions.
You are an effective communicator, negotiator and consensus builder and can effectively influence without formal autho rity and work collaboratively with colleagues and divergent stakeholder positions.
Aecon fosters diversity , inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA Act during any step of the application process please click here.
Jul 19, 2023
Hybrid
Build Your Career at Aecon
Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation, and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there, safely and sustainably building the future.
We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity , expertise and teamwork of our employees. We are always searching the globe for exceptional candidates to join the Aecon family and be a part of our forward-thinking, innovative, best-in-class organization!
What is the Opportunity?
Scarborough Transit Connect (STC) is awarded the design and works of the Scarborough Subway Extension project. The Scarborough Subway Extension will bring the TTC’s Line 2 subway service nearly eight kilometers farther into Scarborough. It will extend from Kennedy Station to Sheppard Avenue and McCowan Road, providing quick and seamless transit for those heading into and out of the downtown core and those travelling within Scarborough. The extension will replace Line 3 (the Scarborough RT), helping to reduce travel times and improve access to jobs, schools and other key destinations throughout the city.
As part of the Scarborough Transit Connect project based in Scarborough, we are looking for a Legal Counsel to join our team. Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will provide legal advice to executives, support the bidding processes, enable business operations, the negotiation and closing of major project contracts, structured transactions, including design/build strategies for integrated project delivery on an assortment of contract delivery models.
What You’ll Do Here
Provide legal leadership on behalf of the Scarborough Subway Extension project (SSE) for the drafting and negotiation of project agreements, drop-down construction and O&M contracts, consortium agreements, including joint venture or general partnership agreements, lender and other financing agreements, design services agreements, key subcontract and supply agreements, and other related documents.
Identify core legal and commercial issues of importance to Aecon and work closely with senior Operations management and project bid teams to prepare negotiation positions and advocate said positions with counter-parties.
Manage various project-related claims at different stages of the dispute resolution process, including dispute resolution board, adjudication, court and/or arbitration proceedings, and includes strategizing with project teams and instructing external counsel.
Provide legal support for major concurrent project bids while ensuring the legal and risk review of processes and partnerships are maintained.
Manage and monitor compliance with Aecon’s policies in relation to the approvals required for major project bid submissions.
Build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with senior executives, external counsel, consultants and other stakeholders.
Fostering and promoting a work environment that is: productive, collaborative, inclusive and diverse with a team culture of integrity, professionalism and excellence.
What You'll Bring To The Team
You are an active member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario.
You have demonstrated working experience/knowledge of commercial contract laws.
You have 3 or more years legal experience in a private practice or as in-house counsel specializing in contract review and negotiations.
You have demonstrated experience with transactional legal support, which may include public-private partnerships, project finance, mergers and acquisitions or commercial real estate.
You have demonstrated versatility with the ability to learn new business structures.
You have demonstrated verbal reasoning skills with the ability to interpret the precise definition of written documents such as contracts, legislation and case decisions.
You are an effective communicator, negotiator and consensus builder and can effectively influence without formal autho rity and work collaboratively with colleagues and divergent stakeholder positions.
Aecon fosters diversity , inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA Act during any step of the application process please click here.
Job Description
GM Canada is seeking an exceptional lawyer with strategic business acumen and proven collaborative skills to join the legal team as Counsel. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 -7 years of top-tier private practice or in-house experience with significant regulatory expertise, ideally covering environmental compliance, automotive safety and consumer product safety matters. The individual selected for this role will provide counsel on these issues in addition to a broad range of other corporate and commercial matters, including real estate, dealer relations and transactions.
What You'll Do
The Counsel role will have responsibility for managing multiple projects simultaneously and working effectively across internal functions and businesses. This position is expected to be a key business partner and to contribute to GM Canada’s success by combining both legal and business expertise and understanding the company’s operations and strategic goals
The successful candidate will work closely with both the GM Canada legal department and the GM global legal staff of more than 200 lawyers. This position will be located at GM Canada’s offices in Oshawa and Markham, Ontario..
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities
Called to the Bar of Ontario.
Minimum of 5 years of top-tier private practice or in-house experience with a significant portion of the experience gained in the technology, manufacturing or consumer products sector.
Business-minded lawyer who can provide a top-down perspective while maintaining a sleeves-rolled-up willingness to take on a significant working role in the company.
Superior personal and professional integrity and strong communication skills.
French language proficiency would be an asset but is not a requirement.
Successful candidates will be required to attest to their vaccination status (or indicating that they do not wish to disclose), and any job offer will be conditional on the candidate providing that attestation.
Compensation and Benefits:
GM’s Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs.
GM’s comprehensive compensation and benefits plan is carefully designed and thoroughly benchmarked against the companies that we compete for talent in the local market .
The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values.
Tuition Assistance and Employee Assistance Program.
GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Diversity Information
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
Jul 13, 2023
Full time
Job Description
GM Canada is seeking an exceptional lawyer with strategic business acumen and proven collaborative skills to join the legal team as Counsel. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 -7 years of top-tier private practice or in-house experience with significant regulatory expertise, ideally covering environmental compliance, automotive safety and consumer product safety matters. The individual selected for this role will provide counsel on these issues in addition to a broad range of other corporate and commercial matters, including real estate, dealer relations and transactions.
What You'll Do
The Counsel role will have responsibility for managing multiple projects simultaneously and working effectively across internal functions and businesses. This position is expected to be a key business partner and to contribute to GM Canada’s success by combining both legal and business expertise and understanding the company’s operations and strategic goals
The successful candidate will work closely with both the GM Canada legal department and the GM global legal staff of more than 200 lawyers. This position will be located at GM Canada’s offices in Oshawa and Markham, Ontario..
Additional Job Description
Your Skills & Abilities
Called to the Bar of Ontario.
Minimum of 5 years of top-tier private practice or in-house experience with a significant portion of the experience gained in the technology, manufacturing or consumer products sector.
Business-minded lawyer who can provide a top-down perspective while maintaining a sleeves-rolled-up willingness to take on a significant working role in the company.
Superior personal and professional integrity and strong communication skills.
French language proficiency would be an asset but is not a requirement.
Successful candidates will be required to attest to their vaccination status (or indicating that they do not wish to disclose), and any job offer will be conditional on the candidate providing that attestation.
Compensation and Benefits:
GM’s Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs.
GM’s comprehensive compensation and benefits plan is carefully designed and thoroughly benchmarked against the companies that we compete for talent in the local market .
The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values.
Tuition Assistance and Employee Assistance Program.
GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Diversity Information
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
About Tilray Brands Inc.
Tilray Brands is a leading global cannabis-lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company with operations in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and Latin America that is changing people's lives for the better – one person at a time – by inspiring and empowering the worldwide community to live their very best life by providing them with products that meet the needs of their mind, body, and soul and invoke a sense of wellbeing. Tilray’s mission is to be the trusted partner for its patients and consumers by providing them with a cultivated experience and health and wellbeing through high-quality, differentiated brands and innovative products. A pioneer in cannabis research, cultivation, and distribution, Tilray’s unprecedented production platform supports over 20 brands in over 20 countries, including comprehensive cannabis offerings, hemp-based foods, and alcoholic beverages.
Looking to develop your career at the forefront of a rapidly expanding industry?
Overview:
The Senior Legal Counsel, Litigation will lead our Canadian and Corporate litigation function. The role will manage litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other dispute matters affecting Tilray Brands, Inc. and its Canadian subsidiaries. You will also provide support for litigation matters for Tilray’s U.S. and foreign subsidiaries as required.
In such capacity you will primarily be responsible for the efficient management and resolution of a range of litigation which includes, but is not limited to contractual, employment, securities, and real estate matters by directing and managing outside counsel. You will ensure that the team maintains compliance, mitigates risks, and stays within legal budget.
We are looking for a leader who is comfortable building relationships throughout the organization, has the presence to exercise influence to achieve results, and the ability to interact confidently to translate difficult legal principles into practical business solutions. You will be working alongside and in support of our highly experienced business team and legal professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer who enjoys the challenge of an ever-changing business, who has strong interpersonal skills, and a thirst for learning and growing
Key Accountabilities:
Serve as point person for management of Canadian and corporate litigation, mediation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution files (relating to securities class actions, commercial/contractual, employment, and real estate, among others) affecting the company and its various subsidiaries
Support litigation matters for U.S. and foreign subsidiaries
Liaise between business units at the company and external counsel with guidance and instructions
Assist with managing and responding to document production and e-discovery requests
Manage external legal counsel including through negotiating budgets, fee proposals, and retainers and reviewing and assessing received invoices related to litigation matters
Prepare quarterly litigation matter summaries, reserves, and audit reporting
Provide feedback and guidance on draft pleadings
Provide feedback and guidance on proposed settlement and resolution opportunities, where appropriate
Keep apprised of developments in legislation and case law and assist in the identification and assessment of such developments on designated lines of business
Conduct research on legal issues and prepare opinions and present such opinions to the designated business units
Develop and sustain good working relationships with business partners by facilitating open communication and becoming familiar with the designated business units
Maintain and manage Tilray’s record retention and information management policies and process
Respond to subpoenas and government access to information requests
Provide privacy, employment, and labor law advice as needed
Assist with internal employment investigations
Qualifications
Juris Doctorate/LLB
Fluency in both English and French is a must
4-8 years of solid and progressive litigation experience at leading law firm and/or in-house at a leading company
Called to the Bar of Law Society of Ontario or le Barreau du Québec and be in good standing
Strong skill set in risk management, both from a legal and reputational standpoint, litigation strategy, and ability to act as a trusted business advisor
Experience working with outside law firms and managing legal budgets is an asset
Proficient knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory environment within practice areas
Strong communication skills (oral and written), excellent interpersonal skills, and client service orientation
Excellent research, drafting, and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to make sound legal recommendations
Work well both independently and in collaboration with other team members
Ability to take initiative and exercise consistent good judgment
Excellent time-management skills and ability to prioritize
Experience in securities litigation and/or advising on Canadian securities regulation (public companies) is an asset
Knowledge of Canadian privacy legislation and responding to access to information requests
Knowledge of Ontario and/or Quebec employment law
Tilray Brands welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.
Please note that Tilray does not authorize, engage, or sponsor any consultants, agencies or organizations that seek certain personal or financial information from you (e.g. passwords, login ids, credit card information). High Park does not charge any application, processing or onboarding fee at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process.
When replying to emails, please ensure the sender name and email address match exactly. Please also ensure the Reply-To address matches the sending address exactly.
If you are concerned about the authenticity of an email, letter, or call purportedly from, for, or on behalf of High Park, please send an email inquiry to infosec@tilray.com
Jul 01, 2023
Hybrid
About Tilray Brands Inc.
Tilray Brands is a leading global cannabis-lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company with operations in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and Latin America that is changing people's lives for the better – one person at a time – by inspiring and empowering the worldwide community to live their very best life by providing them with products that meet the needs of their mind, body, and soul and invoke a sense of wellbeing. Tilray’s mission is to be the trusted partner for its patients and consumers by providing them with a cultivated experience and health and wellbeing through high-quality, differentiated brands and innovative products. A pioneer in cannabis research, cultivation, and distribution, Tilray’s unprecedented production platform supports over 20 brands in over 20 countries, including comprehensive cannabis offerings, hemp-based foods, and alcoholic beverages.
Looking to develop your career at the forefront of a rapidly expanding industry?
Overview:
The Senior Legal Counsel, Litigation will lead our Canadian and Corporate litigation function. The role will manage litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other dispute matters affecting Tilray Brands, Inc. and its Canadian subsidiaries. You will also provide support for litigation matters for Tilray’s U.S. and foreign subsidiaries as required.
In such capacity you will primarily be responsible for the efficient management and resolution of a range of litigation which includes, but is not limited to contractual, employment, securities, and real estate matters by directing and managing outside counsel. You will ensure that the team maintains compliance, mitigates risks, and stays within legal budget.
We are looking for a leader who is comfortable building relationships throughout the organization, has the presence to exercise influence to achieve results, and the ability to interact confidently to translate difficult legal principles into practical business solutions. You will be working alongside and in support of our highly experienced business team and legal professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer who enjoys the challenge of an ever-changing business, who has strong interpersonal skills, and a thirst for learning and growing
Key Accountabilities:
Serve as point person for management of Canadian and corporate litigation, mediation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution files (relating to securities class actions, commercial/contractual, employment, and real estate, among others) affecting the company and its various subsidiaries
Support litigation matters for U.S. and foreign subsidiaries
Liaise between business units at the company and external counsel with guidance and instructions
Assist with managing and responding to document production and e-discovery requests
Manage external legal counsel including through negotiating budgets, fee proposals, and retainers and reviewing and assessing received invoices related to litigation matters
Prepare quarterly litigation matter summaries, reserves, and audit reporting
Provide feedback and guidance on draft pleadings
Provide feedback and guidance on proposed settlement and resolution opportunities, where appropriate
Keep apprised of developments in legislation and case law and assist in the identification and assessment of such developments on designated lines of business
Conduct research on legal issues and prepare opinions and present such opinions to the designated business units
Develop and sustain good working relationships with business partners by facilitating open communication and becoming familiar with the designated business units
Maintain and manage Tilray’s record retention and information management policies and process
Respond to subpoenas and government access to information requests
Provide privacy, employment, and labor law advice as needed
Assist with internal employment investigations
Qualifications
Juris Doctorate/LLB
Fluency in both English and French is a must
4-8 years of solid and progressive litigation experience at leading law firm and/or in-house at a leading company
Called to the Bar of Law Society of Ontario or le Barreau du Québec and be in good standing
Strong skill set in risk management, both from a legal and reputational standpoint, litigation strategy, and ability to act as a trusted business advisor
Experience working with outside law firms and managing legal budgets is an asset
Proficient knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory environment within practice areas
Strong communication skills (oral and written), excellent interpersonal skills, and client service orientation
Excellent research, drafting, and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to make sound legal recommendations
Work well both independently and in collaboration with other team members
Ability to take initiative and exercise consistent good judgment
Excellent time-management skills and ability to prioritize
Experience in securities litigation and/or advising on Canadian securities regulation (public companies) is an asset
Knowledge of Canadian privacy legislation and responding to access to information requests
Knowledge of Ontario and/or Quebec employment law
Tilray Brands welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise when submitting your application.
Please note that Tilray does not authorize, engage, or sponsor any consultants, agencies or organizations that seek certain personal or financial information from you (e.g. passwords, login ids, credit card information). High Park does not charge any application, processing or onboarding fee at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process.
When replying to emails, please ensure the sender name and email address match exactly. Please also ensure the Reply-To address matches the sending address exactly.
If you are concerned about the authenticity of an email, letter, or call purportedly from, for, or on behalf of High Park, please send an email inquiry to infosec@tilray.com
OIN OUR TEAM – ALIMENTATION COUCHE-TARD INC. Maybe you’ve stopped by for a coffee, fueled up your car or grabbed something to eat on the go. Then you know what Couche-Tard is all about. Our mission is simple: to make our customers' lives a little easier every day. We’ve grown into a successful global company with over 15,000 stores in 26 countries, serving more than 6 million customers each day. In all, we have more than 120,000 people working at our stores and support offices. Director Legal Affairs, Real Estate Department: Canadian Legal Affairs Location: Toronto, On (305 Milner Avenue) Type: Permanent, Full-time Hybrid: 3 days at the office and 2 days remotely Do you have exceptional communication skills? Are you well versed in commercial real estate and commercial laws? Are you passionate about negotiations? If so, look no further, we have the job for you! Reporting to the Head of Legal Affairs, within our Canadian Legal Affairs department, the Director Legal Affairs, Real Estate will provide daily legal support to different business units within the company. What You Will Do
Draft, negotiate and review various real estate agreements (sale and purchase agreements, transfer of properties, leases, offer to lease, etc.) and commercial agreements;
Conduct survey and title review;
Handle land entitlement, design and construction issues;
Ensure company compliance with contractual agreements, applicable laws and regulations;
Advise on the interpretation of legal documents, applicable laws and regulations in a manner that provides practical legal solutions while properly managing risk to the company;
Provide legal opinions and analysis of possible legal solutions and give recommendations to address and meet business and legal objectives;
Stay informed of changes in applicable laws and regulations, and bring required changes, if need be, to ensure the compliance of the company’s practices with applicable rules;
Interact occasionally with external counsel, advisors, external vendors and business partners, including brokers, buyers/sellers and developers.
Manage Legal Clerk that reports into the role.
What You'll Need
10 years or more of relevant legal experience in commercial real estate matters. This includes, but not limited to: the acquisition and/or leasing of both unimproved land and operating facilities and commercial agreements drafting and negotiation;
Member of the Ontario Bar;
Knowledge of commercial and corporate laws;
Rigour, analytical sense and business acumen;
Ability to work with internal and external contacts and provide professional service on a daily basis;
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written;
Ability to work under pressure and to effectively manage priorities;
Bilingualism (English & French) is a strong asset.
WHY WORK WITH US Alimentation Couche-Tard has been named one of the "Best Employers in Montreal" for 2023;
Complete benefits packages (medical and dental);
Possibility of enrolling in a pension plan with employer contributions or a stock purchase plan;
Employee discounts in stores and with multiple of our partners;
Paid time off plan including vacation, sick days and personal days;
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team;
Scholarship program available to the employee and the employee's children.
Mode hybrid.
INTERESTED ? You are only a few clicks away from joining an exceptional company! Those interested in this position should apply on our career site: https://carrieres.couche-tard.com We thank all candidates for their interest in this position; Only selected individuals will be contacted. Couche-Tard attaches great importance to diversity in the workplace and subscribes to the principle of employment equity by encouraging applications from designated groups, namely: women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (« Couche-Tard ») Couche-Tard is a Canadian company whose shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:ATD.A) (TSX:ATD.B). Couche-Tard is a leader in the Canadian convenience store industry. In the United States, it is the largest independent convenience store operator in terms of the number of company-operated stores. In Europe, Couche-Tard is a leader in convenience store and road transportation fuel retail in the Scandinavian countries (Norway, Sweden and Denmark), in the Baltic countries (Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania), as well as in Ireland, and has an important presence in Poland. In addition, under licensing agreements, close to 2,350 stores are operated under the Circle K banner in 15 other countries and territories (Saudi Arabia, Cambodia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Guam, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Jamaica, Macau, Mexico, Mongolia, New Zealand and Vietnam). Circle K values diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from the following designated groups: women, aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. We are committed to providing employment accommodation with the legal job board in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available on request in all aspects of the selection process. R329010
Jun 16, 2023
Full time
OIN OUR TEAM – ALIMENTATION COUCHE-TARD INC. Maybe you’ve stopped by for a coffee, fueled up your car or grabbed something to eat on the go. Then you know what Couche-Tard is all about. Our mission is simple: to make our customers' lives a little easier every day. We’ve grown into a successful global company with over 15,000 stores in 26 countries, serving more than 6 million customers each day. In all, we have more than 120,000 people working at our stores and support offices. Director Legal Affairs, Real Estate Department: Canadian Legal Affairs Location: Toronto, On (305 Milner Avenue) Type: Permanent, Full-time Hybrid: 3 days at the office and 2 days remotely Do you have exceptional communication skills? Are you well versed in commercial real estate and commercial laws? Are you passionate about negotiations? If so, look no further, we have the job for you! Reporting to the Head of Legal Affairs, within our Canadian Legal Affairs department, the Director Legal Affairs, Real Estate will provide daily legal support to different business units within the company. What You Will Do
Draft, negotiate and review various real estate agreements (sale and purchase agreements, transfer of properties, leases, offer to lease, etc.) and commercial agreements;
Conduct survey and title review;
Handle land entitlement, design and construction issues;
Ensure company compliance with contractual agreements, applicable laws and regulations;
Advise on the interpretation of legal documents, applicable laws and regulations in a manner that provides practical legal solutions while properly managing risk to the company;
Provide legal opinions and analysis of possible legal solutions and give recommendations to address and meet business and legal objectives;
Stay informed of changes in applicable laws and regulations, and bring required changes, if need be, to ensure the compliance of the company’s practices with applicable rules;
Interact occasionally with external counsel, advisors, external vendors and business partners, including brokers, buyers/sellers and developers.
Manage Legal Clerk that reports into the role.
What You'll Need
10 years or more of relevant legal experience in commercial real estate matters. This includes, but not limited to: the acquisition and/or leasing of both unimproved land and operating facilities and commercial agreements drafting and negotiation;
Member of the Ontario Bar;
Knowledge of commercial and corporate laws;
Rigour, analytical sense and business acumen;
Ability to work with internal and external contacts and provide professional service on a daily basis;
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written;
Ability to work under pressure and to effectively manage priorities;
Bilingualism (English & French) is a strong asset.
WHY WORK WITH US Alimentation Couche-Tard has been named one of the "Best Employers in Montreal" for 2023;
Complete benefits packages (medical and dental);
Possibility of enrolling in a pension plan with employer contributions or a stock purchase plan;
Employee discounts in stores and with multiple of our partners;
Paid time off plan including vacation, sick days and personal days;
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team;
Scholarship program available to the employee and the employee's children.
Mode hybrid.
INTERESTED ? You are only a few clicks away from joining an exceptional company! Those interested in this position should apply on our career site: https://carrieres.couche-tard.com We thank all candidates for their interest in this position; Only selected individuals will be contacted. Couche-Tard attaches great importance to diversity in the workplace and subscribes to the principle of employment equity by encouraging applications from designated groups, namely: women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (« Couche-Tard ») Couche-Tard is a Canadian company whose shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:ATD.A) (TSX:ATD.B). Couche-Tard is a leader in the Canadian convenience store industry. In the United States, it is the largest independent convenience store operator in terms of the number of company-operated stores. In Europe, Couche-Tard is a leader in convenience store and road transportation fuel retail in the Scandinavian countries (Norway, Sweden and Denmark), in the Baltic countries (Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania), as well as in Ireland, and has an important presence in Poland. In addition, under licensing agreements, close to 2,350 stores are operated under the Circle K banner in 15 other countries and territories (Saudi Arabia, Cambodia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Guam, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Jamaica, Macau, Mexico, Mongolia, New Zealand and Vietnam). Circle K values diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from the following designated groups: women, aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. We are committed to providing employment accommodation with the legal job board in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available on request in all aspects of the selection process. R329010
Why join us? Are you looking to join an innovative, global real estate company who builds communities and connects people to exceptional places? If so, we would love to tell you our story. At Oxford, our culture is truly one of a kind. Across business lines and around the world, we embrace the complex and tackle opportunities with speed and agility. We are ambitious and humble, forward looking and service-focused. We get stuff done, and have fun doing it! We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live. We believe that what is good for the environment is good for business. Together we deliver exceptional experiences to our over 2 million daily customers. Position Scope The primary aspect of this role will be to provide legal support and strategic legal advice on all aspects of leasing within the retail, industrial and office portfolios in the GTA, while also providing assistance to the legal teams that oversee development and construction projects and operational agreements across the Canadian portfolio. The role would also involve managing external legal counsel and liaising with other professional advisors and assisting the Leasing, Asset Management, Operational, Development and Construction teams as required. As a member of this team, you will also be responsible for
Providing legal advice to various internal business units on a variety of legal, regulatory and compliance matters, as well as on-going operational matters, such as contract review, advice on developing issues and legal disputes and litigation, and providing input and advice on internal reports and strategy documents related to the development and construction process
Developing expertise on subject matters that have enterprise-wide scope
Providing legal and business support and supporting cross-functional teams that are developed to support OMERS strategic initiatives
Representing the Oxford Legal Services team in various enterprise-wide legal, regulatory, policy, and compliance issues
Directing external counsel on the preparation and negotiation of documents, and lead teams on specific components of transactions
Mentoring junior law clerks and managers within the legal services team as well as junior members of the various business teams
Developing and building relationships within external law firms and other professional advisors, as well as internally with other legal professionals and business colleagues within Oxford and OMERS
To succeed in this role, you have
Law Degree (LLB) from a Canadian University and be a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario
A minimum of 1 to 3 years’ experience in real estate, development, construction and/or commercial leasing in an in-house or mid-sized to large law firm setting
Proficiency of MS Office Suite
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Must work well under pressure, with the ability to simultaneously work on various priorities, and promote an extreme level of excellence and pride in customer service
Exceptional organizational skills; multi-tasking; ability to self-manage competing priorities; meet tight deadlines and attention to detail and accuracy
Our story Oxford Properties Group (“Oxford”) is a leading global real estate investor, asset manager and business builder. It builds, buys, and grows defined real estate operating business with world-class management teams. Established in 1960, Oxford and its portfolio companies manage approximately C$87 billion of assets across four continents on behalf of their investment partners. Oxford’s owned portfolio encompasses office, logistics, retail, multifamily residential, life sciences, hotels, alternatives and credit in global gateway cities and high-growth hubs. A thematic investor with a committed source of capital, Oxford invests in properties, portfolios, development sites, debt, securities, and real estate businesses across the risk-reward spectrum. Together with its portfolio companies, Oxford is one of the world’s most active developers with over 80 projects currently underway globally across all major asset classes. Oxford is owned by OMERS, the Canadian defined benefit pension plan for Ontario's municipal employees. For more information on Oxford, visit www.oxfordproperties.com OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups. Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all of our lives.
Jun 09, 2023
Full time
Why join us? Are you looking to join an innovative, global real estate company who builds communities and connects people to exceptional places? If so, we would love to tell you our story. At Oxford, our culture is truly one of a kind. Across business lines and around the world, we embrace the complex and tackle opportunities with speed and agility. We are ambitious and humble, forward looking and service-focused. We get stuff done, and have fun doing it! We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live. We believe that what is good for the environment is good for business. Together we deliver exceptional experiences to our over 2 million daily customers. Position Scope The primary aspect of this role will be to provide legal support and strategic legal advice on all aspects of leasing within the retail, industrial and office portfolios in the GTA, while also providing assistance to the legal teams that oversee development and construction projects and operational agreements across the Canadian portfolio. The role would also involve managing external legal counsel and liaising with other professional advisors and assisting the Leasing, Asset Management, Operational, Development and Construction teams as required. As a member of this team, you will also be responsible for
Providing legal advice to various internal business units on a variety of legal, regulatory and compliance matters, as well as on-going operational matters, such as contract review, advice on developing issues and legal disputes and litigation, and providing input and advice on internal reports and strategy documents related to the development and construction process
Developing expertise on subject matters that have enterprise-wide scope
Providing legal and business support and supporting cross-functional teams that are developed to support OMERS strategic initiatives
Representing the Oxford Legal Services team in various enterprise-wide legal, regulatory, policy, and compliance issues
Directing external counsel on the preparation and negotiation of documents, and lead teams on specific components of transactions
Mentoring junior law clerks and managers within the legal services team as well as junior members of the various business teams
Developing and building relationships within external law firms and other professional advisors, as well as internally with other legal professionals and business colleagues within Oxford and OMERS
To succeed in this role, you have
Law Degree (LLB) from a Canadian University and be a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario
A minimum of 1 to 3 years’ experience in real estate, development, construction and/or commercial leasing in an in-house or mid-sized to large law firm setting
Proficiency of MS Office Suite
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Must work well under pressure, with the ability to simultaneously work on various priorities, and promote an extreme level of excellence and pride in customer service
Exceptional organizational skills; multi-tasking; ability to self-manage competing priorities; meet tight deadlines and attention to detail and accuracy
Our story Oxford Properties Group (“Oxford”) is a leading global real estate investor, asset manager and business builder. It builds, buys, and grows defined real estate operating business with world-class management teams. Established in 1960, Oxford and its portfolio companies manage approximately C$87 billion of assets across four continents on behalf of their investment partners. Oxford’s owned portfolio encompasses office, logistics, retail, multifamily residential, life sciences, hotels, alternatives and credit in global gateway cities and high-growth hubs. A thematic investor with a committed source of capital, Oxford invests in properties, portfolios, development sites, debt, securities, and real estate businesses across the risk-reward spectrum. Together with its portfolio companies, Oxford is one of the world’s most active developers with over 80 projects currently underway globally across all major asset classes. Oxford is owned by OMERS, the Canadian defined benefit pension plan for Ontario's municipal employees. For more information on Oxford, visit www.oxfordproperties.com OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups. Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all of our lives.
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.
Build Your Career at Aecon
Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation, and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there, safely and sustainably building the future.
We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity , expertise and teamwork of our employees. We are always searching the globe for exceptional candidates to join the Aecon family and be a part of our forward-thinking, innovative, best-in-class organization!
What is the Opportunity?
Scarborough Transit Connect (STC) is awarded the design and works of the Scarborough Subway Extension project. The Scarborough Subway Extension will bring the TTC’s Line 2 subway service nearly eight kilometers farther into Scarborough. It will extend from Kennedy Station to Sheppard Avenue and McCowan Road, providing quick and seamless transit for those heading into and out of the downtown core and those travelling within Scarborough. The extension will replace Line 3 (the Scarborough RT), helping to reduce travel times and improve access to jobs, schools and other key destinations throughout the city.
As part of the Scarborough Transit Connect project based in Scarborough, we are looking for a Legal Counsel to join our team. Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will provide legal advice to executives, support the bidding processes, enable business operations, the negotiation and closing of major project contracts, structured transactions, including design/build strategies for integrated project delivery on an assortment of contract delivery models.
What You’ll Do Here
Provide legal leadership on behalf of the Scarborough Subway Extension project (SSE) for the drafting and negotiation of project agreements, drop-down construction and O&M contracts, consortium agreements, including joint venture or general partnership agreements, lender and other financing agreements, design services agreements, key subcontract and supply agreements, and other related documents.
Identify core legal and commercial issues of importance to Aecon and work closely with senior Operations management and project bid teams to prepare negotiation positions and advocate said positions with counter-parties.
Manage various project-related claims at different stages of the dispute resolution process, including dispute resolution board, adjudication, court and/or arbitration proceedings, and includes strategizing with project teams and instructing external counsel.
Provide legal support for major concurrent project bids while ensuring the legal and risk review of processes and partnerships are maintained.
Manage and monitor compliance with Aecon’s policies in relation to the approvals required for major project bid submissions.
Build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with senior executives, external counsel, consultants and other stakeholders.
Fostering and promoting a work environment that is: productive, collaborative, inclusive and diverse with a team culture of integrity, professionalism and excellence.
What You'll Bring To The Team
You are an active member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario.
You have demonstrated working experience/knowledge of commercial contract laws.
You have 3 or more years legal experience in a private practice or as in-house counsel specializing in contract review and negotiations.
You have demonstrated experience with transactional legal support, which may include public-private partnerships, project finance, mergers and acquisitions or commercial real estate.
You have demonstrated versatility with the ability to learn new business structures.
You have demonstrated verbal reasoning skills with the ability to interpret the precise definition of written documents such as contracts, legislation and case decisions.
You are an effective communicator, negotiator and consensus builder and can effectively influence without formal autho rity and work collaboratively with colleagues and divergent stakeholder positions.
Aecon fosters diversity , inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA Act during any step of the application process please click here.
May 20, 2023
Full time
Build Your Career at Aecon
Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation, and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there, safely and sustainably building the future.
We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity , expertise and teamwork of our employees. We are always searching the globe for exceptional candidates to join the Aecon family and be a part of our forward-thinking, innovative, best-in-class organization!
What is the Opportunity?
Scarborough Transit Connect (STC) is awarded the design and works of the Scarborough Subway Extension project. The Scarborough Subway Extension will bring the TTC’s Line 2 subway service nearly eight kilometers farther into Scarborough. It will extend from Kennedy Station to Sheppard Avenue and McCowan Road, providing quick and seamless transit for those heading into and out of the downtown core and those travelling within Scarborough. The extension will replace Line 3 (the Scarborough RT), helping to reduce travel times and improve access to jobs, schools and other key destinations throughout the city.
As part of the Scarborough Transit Connect project based in Scarborough, we are looking for a Legal Counsel to join our team. Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will provide legal advice to executives, support the bidding processes, enable business operations, the negotiation and closing of major project contracts, structured transactions, including design/build strategies for integrated project delivery on an assortment of contract delivery models.
What You’ll Do Here
Provide legal leadership on behalf of the Scarborough Subway Extension project (SSE) for the drafting and negotiation of project agreements, drop-down construction and O&M contracts, consortium agreements, including joint venture or general partnership agreements, lender and other financing agreements, design services agreements, key subcontract and supply agreements, and other related documents.
Identify core legal and commercial issues of importance to Aecon and work closely with senior Operations management and project bid teams to prepare negotiation positions and advocate said positions with counter-parties.
Manage various project-related claims at different stages of the dispute resolution process, including dispute resolution board, adjudication, court and/or arbitration proceedings, and includes strategizing with project teams and instructing external counsel.
Provide legal support for major concurrent project bids while ensuring the legal and risk review of processes and partnerships are maintained.
Manage and monitor compliance with Aecon’s policies in relation to the approvals required for major project bid submissions.
Build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with senior executives, external counsel, consultants and other stakeholders.
Fostering and promoting a work environment that is: productive, collaborative, inclusive and diverse with a team culture of integrity, professionalism and excellence.
What You'll Bring To The Team
You are an active member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario.
You have demonstrated working experience/knowledge of commercial contract laws.
You have 3 or more years legal experience in a private practice or as in-house counsel specializing in contract review and negotiations.
You have demonstrated experience with transactional legal support, which may include public-private partnerships, project finance, mergers and acquisitions or commercial real estate.
You have demonstrated versatility with the ability to learn new business structures.
You have demonstrated verbal reasoning skills with the ability to interpret the precise definition of written documents such as contracts, legislation and case decisions.
You are an effective communicator, negotiator and consensus builder and can effectively influence without formal autho rity and work collaboratively with colleagues and divergent stakeholder positions.
Aecon fosters diversity , inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA Act during any step of the application process please click here.
Knix is on the hunt for an Associate General Counsel to join our growing team. We’re looking for an experienced attorney who will serve as Associate General Counsel and oversee the legal and compliance functions. As the Associate General Counsel, you will be responsible for managing legal risk across the organization including building and managing relationships with (i) internal cross-functional teams; (ii) our parent organization, Essity AB; and (iii) external legal firms. This is a Generalist role that requires the candidate to work across multiple legal topics. Core areas of focus will include: commercial contracts, employee relations, advertising and marketing, FDA/FTC regulations, privacy, real estate and intellectual property.
The ideal candidate is comfortable and thrives working independently and does not require the support of a broader internal legal team. The maturity and business acumen to analyze risk and make decisions that balance business and legal needs is a requirement. The candidate must have the confidence to make decisions themself, while exercising sound judgment to know when outside support is appropriate. This position is of key strategic importance to Knix and will have exposure to and interactions with key executives across multiple projects. The position reports to the Chief of Staff and works closely with our General Counsel, President, Chief Operating Officer, Chief People Officer, Director of ESG, and Directors across the organization.
About You
You are a strategic thinker. You manage complexity with ease and are comfortable making decisions that balance legal risk and business needs.
You are curious and love to learn. You are comfortable overseeing areas of law that you are not an expert in - quickly understanding the key business issues and quantifying risks.
You are highly accountable with a strong bias for action. You keep stakeholders informed of project timelines and appropriately manage time-sensitive deliverables.
You collaborate and build trust-based relationships across stakeholder groups.
You are an expert in simplifying complex legal concepts to the business.
Above all, you’re proactive, positive, and inspired by Knix and our mission!
The Opportunity
Act as a strategic partner and advisor to the Knix leadership team. Lead legal projects and drive legal and compliance initiatives.
Provide proactive planning and strategic advice to the business on regulatory issues impacting the business.
Support management decisions with robust risk assessments and ensure senior management is aware of legal trends and developments as well as risk exposure.
Provide advice and guidance on corporate governance matters.
Develop internal guidelines, policies and procedures for managing legal and compliance risks.
Manage various types of litigation that may arise with the assistance of external counsel.
Coordinate external legal counsel reviews as required.
Oversee contract negotiations and renewals.
Provide training and education to the Knix team on legal, regulatory, and compliance issues impacting the business.
Manage the legal budget including external counsel and strategic initiatives.
Collaborate with Essity to provide globally aligned legal advice.
Qualifications
Minimum of 6-10 years direct experience in the legal practice of commercial, marketing, or consumer products law, with increasing responsibility and team management.
In-house experience is an asset.
Understanding of core Canadian commercial best practices and appreciation for the key areas of legal difference across Canada and the United States.
Experience managing compliance-related obligations is a benefit, including implementing and overseeing internal controls to ensure compliance with state/provincial, federal or international regulations or laws.
Experience building and maintaining a new function or program is preferred.
Strong relationship-building, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
Proven ability to successfully multitask, remain responsive and agile to changes in business priorities, and to deliver pragmatic, risk-based recommendations to the business.
Demonstrated ability to work and manage time spent on projects independently and with little supervision while performing duties.
Experience guiding teams in implementing legal or compliance projects.
Experience implementing and using legal department technology is a benefit.
How we Hire
Our people are what make Knix, Knix! Our people are passionate and have a strong belief in our mission. Our people are naturally curious and ambitious by nature. Employees feel respected and supported at Knix. We take an inclusive and equitable approach offering the same interview experience to every candidate we meet with. Knix is an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate everyone and their intersecting identities. We know and believe that diverse and inclusive teams empower us to make better decisions and inspire innovation so that we can better serve our customers and community. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out! We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.
Mar 26, 2023
Full time
Knix is on the hunt for an Associate General Counsel to join our growing team. We’re looking for an experienced attorney who will serve as Associate General Counsel and oversee the legal and compliance functions. As the Associate General Counsel, you will be responsible for managing legal risk across the organization including building and managing relationships with (i) internal cross-functional teams; (ii) our parent organization, Essity AB; and (iii) external legal firms. This is a Generalist role that requires the candidate to work across multiple legal topics. Core areas of focus will include: commercial contracts, employee relations, advertising and marketing, FDA/FTC regulations, privacy, real estate and intellectual property.
The ideal candidate is comfortable and thrives working independently and does not require the support of a broader internal legal team. The maturity and business acumen to analyze risk and make decisions that balance business and legal needs is a requirement. The candidate must have the confidence to make decisions themself, while exercising sound judgment to know when outside support is appropriate. This position is of key strategic importance to Knix and will have exposure to and interactions with key executives across multiple projects. The position reports to the Chief of Staff and works closely with our General Counsel, President, Chief Operating Officer, Chief People Officer, Director of ESG, and Directors across the organization.
About You
You are a strategic thinker. You manage complexity with ease and are comfortable making decisions that balance legal risk and business needs.
You are curious and love to learn. You are comfortable overseeing areas of law that you are not an expert in - quickly understanding the key business issues and quantifying risks.
You are highly accountable with a strong bias for action. You keep stakeholders informed of project timelines and appropriately manage time-sensitive deliverables.
You collaborate and build trust-based relationships across stakeholder groups.
You are an expert in simplifying complex legal concepts to the business.
Above all, you’re proactive, positive, and inspired by Knix and our mission!
The Opportunity
Act as a strategic partner and advisor to the Knix leadership team. Lead legal projects and drive legal and compliance initiatives.
Provide proactive planning and strategic advice to the business on regulatory issues impacting the business.
Support management decisions with robust risk assessments and ensure senior management is aware of legal trends and developments as well as risk exposure.
Provide advice and guidance on corporate governance matters.
Develop internal guidelines, policies and procedures for managing legal and compliance risks.
Manage various types of litigation that may arise with the assistance of external counsel.
Coordinate external legal counsel reviews as required.
Oversee contract negotiations and renewals.
Provide training and education to the Knix team on legal, regulatory, and compliance issues impacting the business.
Manage the legal budget including external counsel and strategic initiatives.
Collaborate with Essity to provide globally aligned legal advice.
Qualifications
Minimum of 6-10 years direct experience in the legal practice of commercial, marketing, or consumer products law, with increasing responsibility and team management.
In-house experience is an asset.
Understanding of core Canadian commercial best practices and appreciation for the key areas of legal difference across Canada and the United States.
Experience managing compliance-related obligations is a benefit, including implementing and overseeing internal controls to ensure compliance with state/provincial, federal or international regulations or laws.
Experience building and maintaining a new function or program is preferred.
Strong relationship-building, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
Proven ability to successfully multitask, remain responsive and agile to changes in business priorities, and to deliver pragmatic, risk-based recommendations to the business.
Demonstrated ability to work and manage time spent on projects independently and with little supervision while performing duties.
Experience guiding teams in implementing legal or compliance projects.
Experience implementing and using legal department technology is a benefit.
How we Hire
Our people are what make Knix, Knix! Our people are passionate and have a strong belief in our mission. Our people are naturally curious and ambitious by nature. Employees feel respected and supported at Knix. We take an inclusive and equitable approach offering the same interview experience to every candidate we meet with. Knix is an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate everyone and their intersecting identities. We know and believe that diverse and inclusive teams empower us to make better decisions and inspire innovation so that we can better serve our customers and community. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out! We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.