Legal Counsel, Corporate Secretary

6 months ago

Toronto, Canada Intact Full time

Our employees are at the heart of what we do best: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join our team, you’re bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community of experts.

Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you are
- here, diversity is a strength. You have our commitment to support you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. It’s our employee promise.

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us.

**About the role**

We’re looking for a **Legal Counsel **to join our Corporate Secretary's Office team

**What you’ll do here**:

- Prepare legal documentation in connection with the maintenance of the corporate structure and corporate reorganizations with a view of rationalizing/improving the structure in conjunction with the evolution of IFC’s business strategies, and implementation in collaboration with various departments across the company.
- Develop and enhance corporate governance practices - specifically through the elaboration of Board processes and policies and disclosure practices.
- Assist in the preparation, review and communication of Board of Directors and committee materials.
- Assist on M&A and other transactions and corporate development.
- Identify strategies to maximize efficiencies and achieve operational objectives while protecting the Company's interests and minimizing its legal exposure.

**What you’ll bring to the table**:

- Member in good standing of the Law Society.
- 5-10 years’ experience at a large law firm or large in-house department in corporate, securities, M&A, governance, continuous disclosure and/or tax related matters.
- Excellent drafting and communication skills in English. Although not strictly required, aptitudes in French will be an important asset.
- Confidence managing files independently with mínimal support.
- Sound judgement and the ability to assess the practical implications of legal risks.
- Ability to proactively propose innovative solutions.
- Ability to build relationships with business units and stakeholders and influence decision making at the operational and corporate level.
- You enjoy challenging work in a fast-paced environment.
- You are practical, business-minded and work efficiently to manage a significant file load.
- You are mature, professional, positive, personable and possess the confidence and knowledge
- to make decisions quickly and the dynamism to adapt to changing needs.

**What we offer**

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

- A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
- An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
- An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
- Flexible work arrangements
- Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
- An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
- Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
- A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
- Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
- Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
- A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

**We are an equal opportunity employer**

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

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