General Counsel

3 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada Concert Properties LTD. Full time

About Concert Properties

Putting people first is at the heart of the Concert Properties story. We are deeply invested in improving the lives of the people who live and work in our communities, acknowledging that communities are more than just buildings. We focus on quality, consistency, and sustainability, and our business is driven by warm, passionate people who embody a desire to help each of us feel more connected to one another.

Since 1989, our real estate portfolio has grown to an asset value of $9 billion and includes condominiums, rentals, seniors' active aging communities, industrial and commercial properties, and public infrastructure projects across Canada.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the role of a General Counsel (GC) at Concert Properties is multifaceted, encompassing legal expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership. This role is new to the organization, making this a great opportunity for someone keen on working in partnership with internal stakeholders to add-value to the organization.
Below are some key areas of work that this role will be accountable for:
**Legal Guidance**:

- Provide legal advice and guidance on a wide range of issues, including corporate law, real estate law, contracts, employment law, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and litigation.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
- Assess and manage legal risks associated with business operations and transactions.

**Privacy**:

- Lead a privacy program to ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.

**Corporate Governance**:

- Advise the board of directors and senior management on governance matters.
- Oversee corporate policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and alignment with company objectives.

**Contract Management**:

- Manage the company's contracts portfolio, ensuring proper execution, compliance, and risk mitigation.
- Develop standardized contract templates and guidelines.

**Litigation Management**:

- Manage external counsel and represent the company in legal proceedings when necessary.
- Develop strategies for handling disputes, lawsuits, and other legal matters.

**Collaboration and Training**:

- Collaborate with various departments to provide legal support and ensure legal considerations are integrated into business decisions.
- Conduct training sessions for employees on legal and privacy matters.

**Relationship Management**:

- Build and maintain relationships with external legal counsel, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders.

**Required knowledge and skill**:

- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD)
- Qualified lawyer in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia
- Significant legal experience (typically 8-15+ years) with a combination of in-house and law firm experience.
- Expertise in corporate law, real estate law, intellectual property law, contracts, compliance, and risk management.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to draft comprehensive written reports and present to stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to manage and maintain private and confidential information with a high degree of professionalism.
- Strong stakeholder management skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to foster internal and external relationships.

Please note this is a general description of the tasks and skills required. Additional responsibilities and duties may be required to successfully perform this role.

Join the Concert Team in building a people-first future.

Concert Properties is proud to have been named one of BC’s Top Employer for the third year in a row

We are a proud Canadian company, providing quality employment across the country and working together with the people we serve to realize our vision - building resilient, inclusive, sustainable committees. Our success is based on our employees - on a passionate, talented team who value a collaborative culture, a desire for excellence and a willingness to give back. We truly value our team members and offer competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits and perk programs that support and promote employee health and wellness.

Thank you for your interest in Concert Properties.

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