Legal Counsel

Hudbay Minerals•Toronto, ON

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities. We live this purpose every day. At Hudbay, we offer more than just a career – we offer a century of proven resilience. Founded in 1927, we are turning 100 next year and we intend to be here for another 100 years. With long-life operations and exploration opportunities in Canada and Peru, and a world-class growth pipeline in the United States, we provide the rare peace of mind that comes from working with a company built for the long term. We foster a values-based culture that prioritizes caring and dignity, providing continuous coaching and the internal mobility to transition between technical roles, operations, or corporate support. By joining our global team, you aren't just securing a position, you are joining a multicultural community that respects your life outside of work and invests in your potential to lead and make a positive impact on the next century. Purpose of Role: Support the Senior Legal Counsel in the Legal Department’s delivery of an efficient and effective corporate legal function in accordance with applicable law and in a manner that is consistent with Hudbay’s mission, vision, strategic goals, policies, and values

Requirements

A solid grasp of Canadian securities regulations and Canadian stock exchange rules (including public company disclosure obligations, TSX policies and NI 43-101), corporate law and corporate governance standards, with experience using legal technology solutions.
Qualified to practise law in the Province of Ontario.
2 - 3 years of experience practising corporate and securities law in-house or at a major law firm and a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.

Nice To Haves

Some experience negotiating and executing a variety of transactions (ideally in the natural resources / mining industry), including M&A, equity and debt offerings, project financings, joint ventures, option agreements, etc.
Strong legal research, writing and analytical skills.
Business savvy lawyer with good judgment, critical thinking skills and ability to collaborate across functional groups.

Responsibilities

Ensure corporate office activities are carried out in accordance with applicable law and in a manner that is consistent with Hudbay’s mission, vision, strategic goals, policies, and values
Prepare and file the company’s continuous and timely disclosure documents and exchange filings under applicable securities laws (which includes review of the company’s financial statements, MD&A, news releases, investor presentations and NI 43-101 technical reports).
Provide legal advice and assistance to other functional groups at the corporate office and Canadian business units; including primary responsibility for managing and reviewing ordinary course confidentiality agreements, consulting agreements, commercial contracts and contract checklists at the corporate office
Assist with the execution and closing of financing and strategic transactions (credit facilities, capital markets transactions, M&A, etc.)
Provide expert advice regarding the effect of proposed changes to Canadian laws and regulations and their impact on the company and its operations and future prospects.
Support the continuous improvement of the delivery of the corporate legal function, including through the adoption and implementation of technology solutions that improve its efficiency.