Legal Advisor- Transactional Law

3 months ago

Montréal QC, Canada Pomerleau Full time

Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you._

In collaboration with the Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Investments, the incumbent will act as legal counsel in a wide range of transactional law matters, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, as well as commercial, corporate, and corporate governance law for Pomerleau and its subsidiary, Pomerleau Capital

**What You Will Do**
- Prepare, review, analyze, comment on, and negotiate various types of contracts, including shareholder and partnership agreements, limited partnership agreements, investment funds, construction and operation contracts;
- Participate in the preparation of documentation related to various transactions involving the company (reorganizations, mergers, and acquisitions);
- Maintain and update, in collaboration with the corporate secretary, the corporate documents of the company and its subsidiaries;
- Assist in the establishment and updating of various governance documents and company policies;
- Advise the Pomerleau Capital team regarding public-private partnerships, project financing, investments, etc.;
- Prepare, review, and negotiate collaboration agreements, memoranda of understanding, and other documents with partners, including partnership agreements and corporate and shareholder agreements;
- Negotiate and review all financing agreements and credit agreements;
- Coordinate and collaborate with external legal advisors;

**This role could be for you if you have**
- Hold a bachelor's degree in law and be a member of the Bar of Quebec (membership in the bar of another Canadian province will be considered an asset);
- 3 to 5 years of experience in commercial and corporate law;
- Relevant experience in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, partnership agreements, PPP-type contractual agreements, or banking financing (will be considered an important asset);
- Excellent command of French and English, both written and spoken;
- Strong analytical and synthesis skills, rigor and attention to detail;
- Demonstrate judgment, initiative, leadership, autonomy, versatility, and teamwork;
- Ability to work well under pressure and execute tasks within a tight schedule;
- Capacity to manage multiple files simultaneously;
- Entrepreneurial skills and creativity in finding solutions;
- Openness to occasional travel to different regions of Canada where work-related representations will be necessary;

**Why You Should Apply**

For the past four years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of **Canada's Top 100 Employers.**

Read our entire list of benefits **HERE**

**Who We Are**

We are Pomerleau, a national leader in the construction industry, specializing in building, civil and infrastructure, and major projects throughout Canada. For over 60 years, our team has worked hard to not only build amazing communities but also an environment where our employees can learn, develop and most importantly, THRIVE

Our foundation is built upon our 5 core values that champion innovation, love, authenticity, excellence, and adaptability. We believe that our success hinges on cultivating and fostering a dynamic company culture. At Pomerleau, we are more than just a workplace; we are an energetic organization that thrives on collaboration, professional development, and most importantly, having fun

Join us on a journey where your ambitions are nurtured, your ideas are valued and your colleagues are genuine friends. Together, we will create an environment that inspires greatness and transforms ordinary days into extraordinary experiences.

At Pomerleau, we are dedicated to developing a respectful and inclusive workplace. We believe that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to achieve, succeed, and be their authentic selves. We celebrate our differences as strengths, welcoming and encouraging all applicants.

We are committed to adapting and providing special accommodations to anyone with disabilities throughout any stage of the recruitment process. Please contact one of our recruiters directly to discuss how we ensure you are supported throughout the recruitment process.

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