Manager, Legal

3 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada Fountain Tire Full time

Overview:
**Fountain Tire** is looking for an experienced
**Manager, Legal** to join the Legal & Real Estate team located in our South Edmonton Corporate Head Office.

**What do we offer?**
- Competitive compensation: $117,000 - $135,000
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family including RRSP matching
- Recognition and incentives for your contribution to the organization
- Educational Allowances that support individual growth and development
- Policies and programs that support a balanced lifestyle, including flex days and an easy commute to our office located close to the Calgary Trail and Southside Anthony Henday
- Discounts for you and your family on tires, parts and services at all Fountain Tire locations

The
**Manager, Legal** will provide effective and efficient management of the Legal and Insurance departments and provide legal and real estate related services to Fountain Tire businesses. Regular duties will include:
**Leadership**
- Provide leadership to the Legal Team members through effective performance management, daily mentorship, and ensure a continuum of skill development to achieve success.
- Maintain strong relationships between other departments at Fountain Tire Place and with Store Managers.
- Lead the Legal Team’s annual budgeting process, including analyzing and forecasting costs.
- Coordinate the work of the internal team and external counsel where needed.
- Develop and ensure compliance with the terms of the Legal Team’s program of services.
- Ensure Legal projects are aligned with overall organization requirements.
- Lead/participate in special projects and/or cross-functional teams with internal and external groups to improve current processes and/or enhance business information system functionality.

**Legal Services**
- Oversee the design and delivery of the Legal and Insurance programs.
- Lead asset purchase / business acquisition transactions from a legal perspective including preparation and/or negotiation of all related documents, closing procedures (signing, payments, holdbacks).
- Lead corporate share transactions, in partnership with the share transaction team; this includes management of shelf company supply, drafting of related documents, closing procedures (signing, payments, reporting).
- Ensure corporate precedents continue to meet requirements, review and update with legal counsel as required.
- Prepare, review and modify real estate commercial lease related documents to assist and support real estate and expansion business activities, including negotiations on content with opposing parties and involvement with legal counsel as required.
- Review general contracts for various Fountain Tire Place teams and Stores, and assess legal implications and assist with revisions, including involvement of legal counsel as required.
- Lead the strategic design, development and implementation of all insurance processes including coverage, claims, risk management and reporting.
- Manage critical internal information records and communication (ownership, legal names, insurance values, security filings) for use by all Fountain Tire Place Teams.
- Lead special projects and/or cross-functional teams as assigned.

**Innovation**
- Participate in the review, recommendation and implementation of best practices for all aspects of Legal services.
- Participate in all safety initiatives, as required or assigned, to guarantee Safety at Fountain Tire.

**The necessary experience, knowledge, skills and abilities required in the role**:

- A University law degree or paralegal diploma with 10 years corporate/business experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
- 5 years legal experience related to property leasing
- 2-3 years general administration of insurance programs
- 5 years leadership experience (leading projects and managing associates)
- Proven ability for contract review, negotiation, preparation and administration related to general, real estate and corporate contracts.
- Strong understanding of insurance program (coverage required, reporting, claims management, risk management).
- Strong analytical abilities, problem solving and decision making skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to provide advice (orally and in writing) to senior level management.
- Exceptional organizational skills with high attention to detail.
- Proven ability to effectively lead, manage and work within a team environment.
- Proven ability to manage time effectively, prioritize and execute multiple projects and direct the work of others.
- Proven facilitation and collaboration skills.
- Strong computer skills including advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

**Why work for Fountain Tire?**
- We are a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
- We are one of the 10 largest independent tire dealers in North America, and recipient of many Customer Service and Best Business Awards
- We

  • Legal Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Edmonton Community Legal Centre Full time

    Are you a creative problem solver who looks for ways to improve processes? Do you want to make a difference for people in the community? Do you have experience with the Alberta Courts, RTDRS, and/or Civil Litigation? We are looking for a person who thrives in a dynamic environment working within a team to support community members experiencing legal...

  • Litigation Legal Assistant

    1 week ago

    edmonton, Canada Urban Legal Recruitment Inc. Full time

    Our client is a highly regarded Canadian firm who is looking for a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team in the Edmonton office. This position will be responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the lawyers in the advocacy group. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly organized, has superior computer proofreading and time...

  • Litigation Legal Assistant

    1 week ago

    edmonton, Canada Urban Legal Recruitment Inc. Full time

    Our client is a highly regarded Canadian firm who is looking for a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team in the Edmonton office. This position will be responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the lawyers in the advocacy group. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly organized, has superior computer proofreading and time...

  • Litigation Legal Assistant

    1 week ago

    Edmonton, Canada Urban Legal Recruitment Inc. Full time

    Our client is a highly regarded Canadian firm who is looking for a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team in the Edmonton office. This position will be responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the lawyers in the advocacy group. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly organized, has superior computer proofreading and time...

  • Litigation Legal Assistant

    1 week ago

    edmonton, Canada Urban Legal Recruitment Inc. Full time

    Our client is a highly regarded Canadian firm who is looking for a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team in the Edmonton office. This position will be responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the lawyers in the advocacy group. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly organized, has superior computer proofreading and time...

  • Litigation Legal Assistant

    1 week ago

    edmonton, Canada Urban Legal Recruitment Inc. Full time

    Our client is a highly regarded Canadian firm who is looking for a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team in the Edmonton office. This position will be responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the lawyers in the advocacy group. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly organized, has superior computer proofreading and time...

  • Litigation Legal Assistant

    1 week ago

    Edmonton, AB, Canada Urban Legal Recruitment Inc. Full time

    Our client is a highly regarded Canadian firm who is looking for a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their team in the Edmonton office. This position will be responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the lawyers in the advocacy group. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly organized, has superior computer proofreading and time...

  • Legal Operations Manager

    1 week ago

    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada beBee Professionals Full time

    Job Title: Legal Operations ManagerLocation: Edmonton, ABCompany: beBee ProfessionalsJob Description:beBee Professionals is seeking an experienced Legal Operations Manager to join our team in Edmonton, AB. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the legal department, including overseeing the legal team, managing...

  • Legal Manager

    1 week ago

    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan Full time

    Status: Full Time Employment Type: Permanent Area: Disability Services The Manager, Disability Service will use their strong leadership skills, disability knowledge, and thorough understanding of claims management in a group benefits setting to oversee the day-to-day operations of the department. They will support a team that includes Case Managers,...

  • Manager, Legal Support

    3 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Dentons Full time

    Edmonton, AB, CA- Aug 2, 2023Dentons is designed to be different. Our firm leads the way in a rapidly changing legal marketplace. We challenge the status quo and deliver consistent results as well as uncompromising quality and value to our clients. Our global presence is renowned with over 20,000 individuals in more than 200 offices across 82...

  • Manager, Human Resources

    3 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Legal Aid Alberta Full time

    Legal Aid Alberta is seeking to fill a full-time permanent Manager, Human Resources in our Edmonton or Calgary office. This position will appeal to an individual that likes to take initiative, is client focused and is exceptionally strong in delivering high-quality results. Who We Are We are Legal Aid Alberta. We believe in an Alberta where everyone is able...

  • Manager, Commercial and Legal

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada EllisDon Corporation Full time

    **Connect with us **LinkedIn**, **Instagram**, **Facebook**, **Twitter** **Thinking about a change?** We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core **values** empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some...

  • Manager, Commercial and Legal

    1 week ago

    Edmonton, Canada EllisDon Corporation Full time

    **Connect with us** **LinkedIn**,** **Instagram**,** **Facebook**,** **Twitter** **Thinking about a change?** We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core **values** empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems...

  • Laa-24-07 - Business Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Legal Aid Alberta Full time

    As a publicly funded, non-profit organization, Legal Aid Alberta provides affordable legal services in family law, domestic violence, child welfare, immigration, and youth and adult criminal defense. We are Alberta-wide, with 300 staff and 1,200 private practice lawyers helping people overcome their legal challenges in more than 75 communities across the...

  • Manager, Commercial and Legal

    4 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada EllisDon Full time

    Connect with us LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Thinking about a change? We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting...

  • Manager, Commercial and Legal

    1 month ago

    Edmonton, Alberta, Canada EllisDon Full time

    Connect with us LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Thinking about a change? We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting...

  • Laa-24-10 - Manager, Client Intake Services

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Legal Aid Alberta Full time

    Legal Aid Alberta is seeking to fill a full-time, Manager, Client Intake Services position in our downtown Edmonton office. This position will appeal to an individual that likes to lead a winning team, take initiative, is client focused and exceptionally strong in delivering high-quality results. Who We Are As a publicly funded, non-profit organization,...

  • Laa-24-31 - Manager, Justice Services Operations

    3 days ago

    Edmonton, Canada Legal Aid Alberta Full time

    Legal Aid Alberta is seeking to fill a Permanent Full Time, Manager, Justice Services Operations in our downtown Edmonton office. This position will appeal to an individual that likes to take initiative, is client focused and is exceptionally strong in delivering high-quality results. Who We Are As a publicly funded, non-profit organization, Legal Aid...

  • Laa-24-15 - Enterprise Planning Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Legal Aid Alberta Full time

    Short Description Who We Are As a publicly funded, non-profit organization, Legal Aid Alberta provides affordable legal services in family law, domestic violence, child welfare, immigration, and youth and adult criminal defense. We are Alberta-wide, with 300 staff and 1,200 private practice lawyers helping people overcome their legal challenges in more...

  • Laa-24-20 - Manager, Human Resources

    3 weeks ago

    Edmonton, Canada Legal Aid Alberta Full time

    Short Description Who We Are As a publicly funded, non-profit organization, Legal Aid Alberta provides affordable legal services in family law, domestic violence, child welfare, immigration, and youth and adult criminal defense. We are Alberta-wide, with 300 staff and 1,200 private practice lawyers helping people overcome their legal challenges in more...