Senior Corporate Lawyer

4 days ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Barristers' Society Full time

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Solicitor to join our Nova Scotia Barristers' Society in a Permanent role, reporting directly to the Director Legal. This position entails negotiating, drafting, interpreting, and reviewing contracts and legal agreements, including construction arrangements, supply of goods and services, and technology agreements.

Key responsibilities include:

  1. Negotiating, drafting, interpreting, and reviewing contracts and legal agreements.
  2. Providing support and advice to business leaders engaged in third-party negotiations.
  3. Offering contract administration and claims management guidance.
  4. Ensuring the protection of the organization's interests align with applicable laws and regulations.
  5. Additional duties as assigned by senior management.

You will be accountable for personal safety, that of colleagues, and those under your supervision by observing and ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will also be responsible for environmental performance related to the environment management system processes and initiatives.

The ideal candidate should possess:

  1. A Law Degree from a recognized university.
  2. A minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
  3. Substantial expertise in preparing and negotiating commercial agreements.
  4. Experience in privacy law is considered an asset.
  5. Background working for a regulated entity is also viewed favorably.
  6. Must be a member of good standing with a provincial law society and eligible for admission to the Nova Scotia Barrister's Society.
  7. Exceptional communication skills, allowing for effective and non-technical interaction with various stakeholders.
  8. A proactive approach, combined with excellent interpersonal skills and a keen interest in contributing to the Company's business strategy.

This role requires occasional travel.

If you're motivated by innovation, enjoy challenging yourself, and wish to contribute to shaping a cleaner energy future, we invite you to apply. We look forward to receiving your application and discussing how your skills align with this exciting opportunity.

This position offers:

  1. Flexibility: A hybrid work model with 2 flexible remote workdays per week.
  2. Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, access to virtual healthcare services, a free on-site fitness center, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan, and wellness benefits.
  3. Career Advancement: Opportunities for growth within and across our affiliate companies, employee development programs, and sponsored education initiatives.
  4. Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in local communities, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching, volunteer programs, committees, and employee resource groups, as well as scholarships for children of employees.
  5. Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera: As one of Atlantic Canada's largest publicly traded companies, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including individuals who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

We support candidates and employees requiring accommodation and welcome self-identification through the online application process.

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