Legal Counsel

3 months ago


Halifax, Canada Armour Group Full time

**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.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to

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


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