Legal Counsel

Innergex • Longueuil, QC

28d • Hybrid

About The Position

Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. is an independent renewable energy producer with
an extensive and growing portfolio of assets in Canada, the United States,
France and Chile. The Corporation develops, acquires, owns and operates
hydroelectric facilities, wind farms, solar farms and energy storage
facilities.

For more than 30 years, Innergex has believed in a world where abundant
renewable energy promotes healthier communities and creates shared prosperity.
We are convinced that generating power from renewable sources will lead the way
to a better world. We remain committed to responsible growth that balances
people, our planet, and prosperity. We believe in offering an engaging,
inclusive and supportive work environment where each team member can thrive.

Your contribution!

Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, the Legal Advisor is involved in
acquisition, project development and financing files in the field of renewable
energy.

Requirements

• Member of the Bar of Quebec or another Canadian province.
• Relevant experience in financing, acquiring or developing renewable energy or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Autonomous, well-organized and detail-oriented.
• High integrity and ethical working standards.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team.
• Bilingualism (French and English, written and spoken) is required to ensure collaboration with different stakeholders outside of Québec on a regular basis.

Nice To Haves

• Member of the bar of an American state, an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the necessary follow-up of legal commitments before and after the closing of financing, acquisition and development projects.
• Draft, negotiate and revise commercial contracts.
• Coordinate and manage the legal aspects of setting up and monitoring community or financial partnerships, in close collaboration with the project development team.
• Assisting and advising all business units on all legal aspects of the Corporation's activities.
• Manage litigation files.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus;
• Three weeks vacation to start and paid vacations during the holiday season;
• 100% Innergex-funded medical insurance from day one of employment, including primary care services through dialogue (or telemedicine) for permanent positions;
• Group retirement plans with employer participation;
• 100% Employer-funded Wellness Account;
• Electric vehicle (E-VIP) incentive program;
• Hybrid work model;
• Career development opportunities;
• Offices accessible by public transportation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees