Legal Counsel

5 months ago

Halifax, Canada The Armour Group Limited Full time

**Legal Counsel - **_**Armour Group**_

**Strong work ethic. Strategic thinker. Team player**

**Does this sound like you? If so, this position may be for you**

The Armour Group Limited is one of the leading real estate development and construction companies in Atlantic Canada. With its dedicated team of professionals, The Armour Group Limited continues a proud history of creating a sense of place in Nova Scotia - carefully designing, developing, constructing and operating some of our region’s most iconic buildings. With more than 50 years of history locally, this family-owned firm remains committed to a principled approach to development, ensuring that our buildings are environmentally sustainable and integrated into the communities they serve. If you share our values and would like to work with skilled professionals, Armour is presently seeking a **Legal Counsel** to join our growing team from our downtown Halifax location.

Reporting to Associate General Counsel, the Legal Counsel will be responsible for providing effective support and advice to the company on a range of legal matters.

**As Legal Counsel, you’ll get to**:

- Drafting, managing and providing negotiation support on commercial leases and contracts.
- Providing legal guidance and advice on corporate matters, employment issues, regulatory matters, litigation and legal disputes, tax compliance, due diligence, insurance claims, legal and administrative processes and procedures, and other matters as they may arise.
- Completing, managing and providing support on corporate and property transactions.
- Overseeing corporate matters, including incorporations, annual renewals and maintenance of accurate minute books.
- Managing and overseeing litigation and legal disputes, including providing representation in Small Claims Court.
- Assisting with policy and procedure review and development.
- Remaining current with developments in the law and proactively proposing recommendations.
- Assuming responsibility for special projects and initiatives, as they may arise.

**What we’re looking for**:

- 1-3 years experience in a law firm environment or in house legal department.
- Completion of law school with a LLB or JD.
- Qualified to practice law in Nova Scotia.
- Prior experience with commercial leasing would be an asset, but no experience in this area should not discourage otherwise qualified applicants.
- Proven track record of problem-solving skills and informed decision-making.
- A strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Commitment to operate with the highest level of confidentiality and integrity on all files.
- Strong customer focus with dedication to teamwork and collaboration.

**What's in it for you?**
- Health and Dental Benefits
- RRSP’s
- Paid vacation days
- Paid sick days
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education support
- Discounts at selected Queens Marque restaurants
- On-site fitness facilities
- Opportunity for internal career growth
- Working along side a collaborative team of likeminded individuals

The Armour Group Limited is a family business valuing a commitment to excellence, high performance, accountability, integrity, and teamwork. We are looking for diligent people to join our team who share our values, work ethic and passion for building community. We offer RRSP’s, extended health benefits, and a bonus potential.

The Armour Group is an equal opportunity employer. While we thank all applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

**Experience**:

- Legal Counsel: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- qualifications to practice Law in Nova Scotia (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Halifax, NS B3J 3M8 (required)

Work Location: In person

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