Corporate Counsel

Price Industries Limited•Winnipeg, MB

74d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently searching for corporate counsel, based within our Corporate Headquarters in Winnipeg and reporting to the Vice-President, Legal Counsel & Corporate Secretary. In this role, you will provide timely and effective legal advice to all levels of management on a variety of matters including general corporate matters, contracts, acquisitions, financing, employment, litigation, intellectual property, risk management and corporate governance. This is a full-time, permanent, Winnipeg-based, on-site position that will support our core businesses. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively in a fun team environment, be motivated, and demonstrate the ability to solve problems effectively and with good judgment.

Requirements

LL.B. or J.D. degree (or equivalent).
Good standing with the Law Society of Manitoba or another Canadian province.
Ideally a minimum of 3 to 5 years of corporate & commercial law experience.
Superior interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills and an established record of providing proactive, collaborative, business-friendly advice.
Sound judgment, with a strong business acumen.
Highly motivated and independent self-starter.
Fast-paced, dynamic individual with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects at a time.
Excellent work ethic and collaborative skills.

Nice To Haves

In-house legal counsel experience is an asset.
Background and experience in any of labour & employment law, immigration, international trade, and intellectual property is also an asset.

Responsibilities

Develop, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts to support business goals and strategies.
Provide proactive and solution-oriented legal advice to business units.
Alongside the business units and other legal and compliance team members, support the development of risk management policies, procedures and programs to ensure regulatory compliance.
Manage and/or coordinate with external counsel on litigation and immigration matters.
Support and advise on corporate governance, including working with other legal team members on the preparation and maintenance of corporate documents, filings and registrations.
Support business transactions, including mergers, acquisitions and financings.
Provide guidance on intellectual property matters, including IP license agreements, and coordinate patent and trademark filings with external counsel.

Benefits

Health and Dental - Employees and their families enjoy paid benefits covering an extensive list of medical and dental expenses and services.
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) - You and your family will have free access to consultation and support for your mental, emotional and financial well-being
PocketPills – You and your family will have free access to Canada’s first Digital Pharmacy, PocketPills enables you to call, text or email the pharmacy care team from wherever you are. You will enjoy free delivery of your prescriptions and vitamins straight to your home.
Life and Disability - You will be provided with life insurance in a multiple of your salary with an option to purchase additional coverage.
Pension Matching Program - Invest in your future with each pay cheque through our Defined Contribution Pension Plan and we will match your contribution (up to 3% of your salary).
Gym Subsidy Program - Employees are eligible for a gym membership reimbursement of up to $300 per year, this includes Fitness related App’s.
As part of our Goals, Rewards, Improvement and Teamwork program qualifying teams can enjoy a monthly reward.
Personal and Professional Development - We are committed to helping you reach your potential through training and education.
Community Involvement - Generously supporting health, charities, youth, and education opportunities is our passion, and you’re invited to be a part of that.
Our convenient Price Café offers free Tea and Coffee.