In-house Legal Counsel

3 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada NORR Full time

**_Disclaimer:_**_ Please note that the estimated pay range that is provided on various social media sites may not be representative of NORR's range for this position._

NORR is an employee-owned global architecture and engineering firm. Our multi-disciplinary team of 800 professionals is active in 12 market sectors across Canada, the US, UK and UAE. We believe the ultimate success of any project is driven by people. It involves a team of highly passionate and skilled designers working towards a unified goal, drawing on the integrated thinking of colleagues, partners and clients. Our collaborative approach results in design solutions and programs that are holistic and make our clients successful. With a nearly 85-year history, we continue to build on our deep experience to advance design through technology, sustainable practices and the pursuit of excellence.

We are currently seeking an In-House Legal Counsel to join our in-house legal team. The In-House Legal Counsel will provide legal advice, draft and negotiate agreements, support litigation management and manage licensing and compliance across all of NORR’s offices globally. A general understanding of consulting responsibilities, construction law and insurance would be considered an asset for this role.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Ensures that all prime contracts with our clients and subconsultant agreements are fair and are reviewed, edited, and signed by all parties in a timely manner.
- Drafts, reviews, and negotiates legal agreements to minimize NORR’s contractual risk.
- Assists in managing professional compliance and licensing obligations for NORR.
- Participates in developing internal guidelines, toolkits, and presenting to internal stakeholders regarding various legal and business issues.
- Supports the Director in managing the company’s litigation.
- Reviews RFPs and proposals to ensure compliance with terms, conditions and company policies.

**Required Skills**:

- Must have excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Must have excellent problem-solving skills through drawing on a number of known options to solve problems, present alternatives, and to offer solutions. Demonstrated ability to present creative solutions
- Strong analytical, drafting, and negotiating skills are essential
- Must have computer skills to produce reports, documents, and presentations. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Post-secondary education is an asset
- Proven ability to efficiently manage a large volume of contracts
- A background in architecture or engineering is an asset

Required Experience
- Must have an LL.B or J.D.
- 1-5 years’ experience in private practice or in-house counsel.
- Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.


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