Conseiller(ère) juridique adjoint(e) de l'entreprise / Associate Corporate Counsel

Flatiron Construction Corp•Montreal, QC

3d•CA$110,000 - CA$140,000

About The Position

As an Associate Corporate Counsel, you will play a crucial role in guiding the Canadian legal matters for a global infrastructure leader. You will provide expert legal advice on transactional and operational issues while collaborating closely with leadership to identify and mitigate potential legal risks. Collaborate with us and bring your diverse ideas to navigate the complexities of business law and foster a culture of compliance.

Requirements

Juris Doctor or equivalent required.
1+ years’ experience of post-bar professional legal experience required.
3+ years’ experience in construction industry required.
Excellent written and verbal English and French
Exceptional written and verbal communication and drafting skills.
Analytical and proven problem-solving skills.
High-integrity and able to maintain strict confidence with sensitive material and matters.
Strong collaboration and team player.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of construction JV and alternative delivery project contracts preferred.
Knowledge of construction claims process from beginning to end preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide advice to division or district leadership team on contractual impact of proposed actions for various projects.
Review project contract documents to identify and analyze legal risk related to the project. Work to mitigate and/or resolve risk to project or company.
Draft project correspondence and negotiates agreements, including sub-contract agreements with designers and civil contractors, interface agreements, lenders’ direct agreements, and parent company guarantees.
Work closely with JV partners and external counsel to negotiate deals, completes closing paperwork and closing books.
Advise project stakeholders of potential disputes and recommends mitigation strategies.
Provide training materials and sessions for project contracts working closely with corporate legal management and project leadership.
Review and support submission requirements for all divisional Request for Proposals (RFP).
Review contract changes to ensure specifications comply with project agreements made.