Legal Counsel, Commercial Contracting and Technology

Loblaw Companies Limited•Brampton, ON

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Company is seeking a Legal Counsel professional to join its Legal Department. Reporting to a Senior Director or Director, Legal Counsel, you will primarily provide commercial contracting and advisory support to the Company’s technology, e-commerce, loyalty, and retail media business lines. Loblaw has adopted a hybrid working model. For this position, you are required to work a minimum of four days per week in one of three offices (downtown Toronto, North York, or Brampton) with a minimum of one day a week in the Brampton head office.

Requirements

2-7 years of commercial contracting experience in an in-house legal department or a large law firm
Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario

Nice To Haves

Experience in technology as it relates to commercial transactions and agreements – including SaaS arrangements, software license agreements, and data protection terms – is an asset
Further experience in e-commerce, loyalty programs, digital advertising, privacy, security, and/or AI is an additional asset
Strong business acumen, analytical, communication and presentation competencies
Demonstrated ability to work with multiple stakeholders, facilitate consensus, and build relationships
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and proactive with the ability to work in a collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced team environment

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements
Provide the business with counsel on strategic initiatives, projects, and transactions, including identifying risks and proposing practical solutions/mitigation tactics
Advise on a variety of matters including technology, privacy, security, and artificial intelligence
Work closely with other members of the Legal team, procurement and various risk functions to continuously improve templates, processes, and create efficiencies
Participate in the development and delivery of annual team objectives
Be an active participant within the Legal team, including participation in committees of interest
Personally demonstrate and foster within the Legal department a culture of excellence that reflects Loblaw values