Legal Counsel

Reporting to the Vice President and Assistant General Counsel for Canada, the individual will provide legal expertise, guidance and counseling to Aramark’s business units in Canada. In particular, they will be the primary legal support for Aramark’s Remote business. Support will be provided to sales, operations, human resources, finance, and information technology groups. The individual will also work with various legal counsel in the United States and Internationally as required. Job Responsibilities Providing the primary legal support to the Remote business for the creation and maintenance of Indigenous relationships and the services the business provides in their communities which includes: Negotiation, drafting and communication of advice related to partnership structures and other agreements and other commercial documents with Indigenous communitiesNegotiation, drafting and communication of advice related to joint venture structures and agreements and other commercial documents with Indigenous communitiesNegotiation, drafting and communication of advice related to service and supplier contractsAdvising on request for proposal responses and preparing written responses to legal agreements as requiredReviewing agreements and advising on the legal position related to any issue raised by any Remote or functional business lead Providing legal support for the growth and maintenance of other lines of business and the related supply chain to manage the provision of services, which includes: Negotiation, drafting and communication of complex commercial agreements and other commercial documents (including agreements with both clients and suppliers) in other areas of the business as neededAdvising on request for proposal responses and preparing written responses to legal agreements as requiredReviewing agreements and advising on the legal position related to any issue raised by any other line of business or functional business lead Providing advice and counseling on other legal issues, including: Employment law such as researching caselaw and legislation and support or oversight for investigationsResearch and advice with respect to compliance with health and safety laws and litigation riskReviewing, revising and advising on compliance with corporate policiesOther regulatory matters Providing advice and legal support for acquisitions, including: Drafting letters of intentNegotiating and drafting transaction documentsIntegration of the acquired corporation (advise on billing, addresses changes, corporate filings, transferred employees, and transferred contracts) Qualifications Excellent academic credentials from a post secondary educational institutionMinimum 1-4 years’ experience in a top law firm and/or sophisticated corporate legal departmentExperience, background or interest in transactions that support Indigenous communitiesExperience in handling complex commercial legal mattersLaw degree and current qualification in Canada About Aramark At Aramark, we empower our people to create moments that matter through exceptional hospitality experiences. We serve more than a dozen industries with pride and passion, building community, connection and careers all across the world. You'll be surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in the industry and powered by our shared mission to pursue what matters. Here, you'll have the opportunity to do great things for our people, our planet, our partners and our communities. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions and enable your growth. Supported by committed leadership, you'll be empowered to try new things and find solutions to tough problems. No matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is to help you reach your full potential and pursue what matters. Accommodation Statement Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr