Senior Legal Counsel

2 months ago

Montreal, Canada BRP Full time

We are looking for a senior legal counsel (or legal consel) - Corporate, securities, financing and M&A who will report to the director, legal services - Corporate, securities, financing and M&A and who’ll be tasked with matters of corporate and securities law; support to most corporate functions of the organization such as finance, business developments (M&A), tax and total compensation; and assistance to board matters. 

YOU’LL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO: 

  • Contribute to innovative projects relating to BRP’s corporate functions, including finance, M&A and securities transactions (SIB, secondary offerings, NCIB).
  • Contribute to the preparation of all continuous disclosure documents, including annual information form, management proxy circular, and MD&As.
  • Support the preparation of the annual meeting of shareholders.
  • Advise on investor relations matters, including review of and collaboration on earnings announcements, earnings scripts, press releases, investor presentations and other communications.
  • Support the director, legal services and the chief legal officer of BRP with the preparation of notices, agendas and materials for board of directors and committee meetings.
  • Advise on corporate governance trends, including on ISS, Glass Lewis and other proxy advisory service positions, and lead initiatives to implement best practices.
  • Contribute to efforts regarding Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) disclosure and upcoming laws and regulations.
  • Participate in the legal department's efforts to develop, manage and implement forms, processes and procedures, deliver effective trainings and provide substantive support to other members of the legal department, as needed. 

YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES: 

  • 4 to 6 years’ experience as a lawyer in-house for a publicly listed company or in a private law firm – we remain however open to profiles that may be more junior or more senior than specified, in which case the title and responsibilities will be adjusted accordingly. 
  • Experience in securities, corporate and financing law. M&A expertise is a plus.
  • The person shows curiousness, discipline, autonomy and initiative in his or her work. The person is also good at managing pressure and is excellent at prioritizing work.
  • Strong drafting skills, impactful verbal communication skills and ability to work across every level of an organization and to relate effectively with executives and operational teams.
  • Strategic team player with high integrity and ethical standards.
  • Experience leading projects with multi-disciplinary professionals.

ACKNOWLEDGING THE POWER OF DIVERSITY

BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead

For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning. 

AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN.

Let’s start with a strong foundation — You want it, we have it:

  • Annual bonus based on the company’s financial results
  • Generous paid time away 
  • Pension plan 
  • Collective saving opportunities 
  • Industry leading healthcare fully paid by BRP

What about some feel good perks: 

  • Flexible work schedule
  • A summer schedule that varies by department and location 
  • Holiday season shutdown
  • Educational resources
  • Discount on BRP products

WELCOME TO BRP

We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 20,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination: It’s about the journey. 

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