Legal Counsel

Description:

• Provide support on a wide range of issues including but not limited to transportation, employment, privacy, regulatory compliance, under provincial or federal jurisdiction, as applicable;
• Draft a diverse set of commercial contracts for the company and its related companies and coordinate contract execution;
• Review documents, including contracts, received from clients or vendors and coordinate contract execution;
• Summarize contractual obligations and review with internal stakeholders;
• Provide advice in contract interpretation to manage existing relationships;
• Work closely with the claims department in the management of the files;
• Assist in the drafting of company policies, procedures and standards as required;
• Assist in identifying, evaluating and assessing legal issues and risks regarding the company’s business activities and initiatives;
• Create and/or update standard forms;
• Participate in new business opportunities and onboarding calls following receipt of request for proposals (RFP) on a bi-weekly basis;
• Assist with pending, threatened, or existing disputes between the company and third parties;
• Manage and monitor statutory permits, licenses, bonds, etc.
• Assist in the insurance files including new requests, cancellations, renewals, etc.
• Liaise with external counsels in the managements of litigation cases; and
• Any other tasks assigned by the Director of Legal Affairs.
   

Attributes:

• Organized, meticulous and attention to detail;
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple files efficiently and comply with deadlines;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in an entrepreneurial environment;
• Self-motivated and a team-player; and
• Ability to adapt to a constant evolving dynamic environment.
• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks to meet deadlines, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail, in a fast-paced shop environment with constant interruptions
• Must have excellent analytical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities