Corporate Counsel

Doman Building Materials Group Ltd•Vancouver, BC

24d•CA$140,000 - CA$160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, the Corporate Counsel will support Doman Building Materials Group Ltd. (TSX: DBM) and its Canadian and U.S. operations across a broad range of legal, governance, commercial and compliance matters. The role will work closely with senior management, divisional leaders and external counsel, with a focus on corporate governance, employment law, health and safety, environmental law, real estate matters, resolution of disputes and claims and general legal risk management. The successful candidate will bring sound judgment, practical problem solving skills, strong drafting ability, and a business-minded approach to legal advice.

Requirements

3 to 7 years of relevant experience in corporate commercial law, securities, M&A or a comparable in-house legal role
Excellent drafting, analytical and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail
Strong understanding of public company legal, governance and disclosure requirements
Experience gained from a broad range of commercial transactions and business contracts.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, practical advice to business teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and exercise sound judgment under time constraints
Self-starter with the ability to work well both independently and as part of a collaborative legal and business team
Practical, business-minded and solutions-oriented approach
Licensed and in good standing with a provincial law society in Canada
J.D., LL.B. or equivalent law degree from a recognized institution

Nice To Haves

Business and legal experience in wholesale distribution, building materials, forestry, manufacturing, logistics or multi-site operations will be considered an asset

Responsibilities

Securities filings and compliance – public company governance, disclosures, annual reports, proxy materials for shareholder meetings, and quarterly financial filings
Acquisitions – negotiations and documentation, due diligence and closings
Financings – private and public, debt, equity and credit facility matters
Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements for constituent operating divisions and corporate functions, including supply, customer, procurement, services, logistics, confidentiality and technology-related agreements
Identify, research and advise on legal risks and practical mitigation strategies
Advise on employment, labour and workplace matters in coordination with HR and external counsel
Litigation management
Develop and maintain legal templates, policies, processes and other tools to improve consistency and efficiency across the legal function