Senior Legal Counsel - Corporate Affairs
About The Position
Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel - Corporate Affairs to serve as an expert advisor on governance, corporate law, and compliance for the entire organization. This role will support the Board of Directors, its committees, and affiliated companies in their decision-making and administrative activities, while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory obligations and best governance practices. The position will also contribute to the development of the company’s governance frameworks, compliance with privacy laws, and the implementation of corporate policies aligned with industry best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Law
- Member of the Quebec Bar or the bar association of another Canadian province
- At least 7 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm, in-house, or in a combination of both settings
- Excellent ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines
- High level of independence and excellent organizational skills
- Attention to detail and professional rigor
- High integrity and ethical standards
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to develop and maintain trusting relationships with partners and stakeholders
- Ability to think and act both strategically and tactically
- Ability to evaluate, prioritize, and successfully bring projects to completion
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Bilingualism (French and English, both spoken and written) is required
Responsibilities
- Prepare for and participate in meetings of the Board of Directors and its committees, including the preparation of preliminary agendas, executive summaries, supporting documents, and minutes
- Follow up on decisions and actions resulting from Board and committee meetings
- Provide legal advice and support regarding corporate law, governance, and privacy
- Participate in corporate reorganization projects and ensure that relevant information is communicated to the parties involved
- Ensure the development, updating, and maintenance of the Code of Conduct and related policies
- Cooperate in investigations related to complaints received under the Code of Conduct or other corporate policies
- Advise the organization on best practices in governance and monitor new market trends and requirements
- Draft and update corporate regulations, policies, guidelines, and procedures
- Serve as secretary of the Board at the annual meetings of affiliated companies
- Participate in compliance initiatives related to the protection of personal information and the French language
Benefits
- Competitive salary and annual bonus
- Three weeks vacation to start
- Paid vacations during the holiday season
- 100% Innergex-funded medical insurance from day one of employment, including primary care services via telemedicine
- Group retirement plans with employer participation
- 100% Innergex-funded Wellness account
- Electric vehicle (E-VIP) incentive program
- Hybrid work model
- Career development opportunities
- Offices accessible by public transportation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
