Corporate Counsel

MCDOUGALL ENERGY INC•Sault Ste. Marie, ON

8d•CA$95,000 - CA$125,000

About The Position

McDougall Energy is seeking a collaborative and driven legal professional to join their Corporate Legal team as Corporate Counsel. This role reports to the General Counsel and is responsible for providing strategic legal guidance across daily operations and long-term business initiatives. The Corporate Counsel will ensure all departments are informed and compliant with relevant areas of law, including business, contract, and employment laws.

Requirements

A law degree from a recognized university and be admitted to the Ontario Bar Association.
A licensed member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario (LSO).
3 to 5 years of experience practicing as an in-house legal practitioner of a mid to large-sized corporation or relevant experience working at a business law firm.
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills along with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the Company and with external parties.
Strong negotiation skills and keen attention to detail.
Ability to work independently with little supervision.
Proven experience following confidentiality guidelines.

Responsibilities

Drafting, reviewing, and approving commercial contracts, ensuring they align with Company interests and legal standards.
Providing advice on the status of contracts, potential legal risks, and associated liabilities.
Managing contractual obligations and corresponding with appropriate departments to ensure adherence throughout their lifecycle.
Offering legal counsel to Management on diverse legal issues and challenges.
Collaborating with various Company departments to ensure understanding and adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
Proactively researching and anticipating legal issues, ensuring the Company is well-prepared for potential challenges.
Managing insurance claim files and supporting insurance counsel.
Assisting with the tender review process for insurance, compliance, certification, and indemnification matters.
Designing and delivering training sessions on relevant legal topics for the Company’s departments, including specific regulations.

Benefits

Career growth and development through on-the-job training, professional courses, and peer learning.
Friendly and inclusive work environment.
Salary: $95,000 to $125,000, commensurate with experience.
4 Weeks Paid Vacation
Employer-matched Group RRSP
Employer-paid Health & Dental Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Healthcare & Lifestyle Spending Account
Life & Disability Insurance
Employee & Customer Referral Programs
Employee Discount & Perks Programs