Legal Counsel

2 months ago


Montréal, Canada Concordia University Full time

**Position Number**:50001248 / C5514
**Department**:Legal Services
**Campus**:Sir George Williams (Downtown)

**Salary**:$108,769 - $126,153 per annum
**Union/Association/HR Policy**:HR POLICIES

**Posting deadline**:August 28, 2023

Recognized as Canada’s top university under the age of 50, and one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.

As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.

**NOTE**:This posting represents a contract for the duration of three years.

**SCOPE**
Reporting to the Executive Director and Associate General Counsel, the incumbent is responsible for providing legal advice and guidance to senior administration on the implications of proposed commercial activity, from both a legal and business perspective.

**PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Provide guidance and direction to senior management on significant public contractual and procurement law matters, as well as general law matters affecting the University.
- In collaboration with Procurement Services design and implement any and all necessary systems and tools (policy, procedures and processes) to ensure compliance.
- Analyze the scope of complex problems and the complexities of legal issues; identify alternatives and recommend solutions.
- Oversee procurement activities by interacting and liaising across divisions in order to determine specific needs and associated risks. Propose education and training of relevant staff on the most effective and efficient systems and processes for ease of compliance.
- Provide advice and guidance to stakeholders on the drafting of high-quality contracts and agreements to ensure compliance with all relevant law and regulations.
- Draft, negotiate and advise on a wide range of agreements, contracts, initiatives and files.
- Chair or lead committees and represent the University at internal and external meetings.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Law and over 7 years of experience with a focus on civil and commercial law.
- Member of the Barreau du Quebec.
- Must possess strong analytical, interpretive and research skills; a high degree of motivation; and a commitment to teamwork.
- Very good knowledge (Level 5) of written and spoken English and French.
- Ability to draft, negotiate and advise on agreements, opinions, correspondence in French and English without review.
- Proven ability to undertake a diverse range of complex projects and activities simultaneously and effectively.
- Action-oriented, discrete and mature, with business acumen are all assets.
- Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines is an asset.
- Ability to work well autonomously and in a team, in a dynamic, result-driven, service environment is a desirable quality.
- Knowledge of University or other corporate settings is desirable.

Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

**Territorial Acknowledgement**
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

**Employment Equity**

**Accessibility**

**Immigration Status


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