Senior Legal Counsel

3 weeks ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada Domtar Full time

Job Summary

Domtar is seeking a highly skilled Senior Legal Counsel to join our Paper & Packaging team. As a key member of our legal department, you will provide expert legal services and advice to our business unit personnel on environmental matters.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead complex permitting efforts, forming teams of experts and developing strategies for execution.
  • Identify emerging laws and regulations, assessing their impact on our business.
  • Lead advocacy efforts on proposed regulatory developments, drafting official comments on behalf of the Company.
  • Conduct internal investigations into allegations of non-compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
  • Respond to formal and informal notices of non-compliance received from regulatory bodies.
  • Participate in global ESG audit programs.
  • Provide legal services and support with procurement/sales matters, including drafting, negotiation, and revising of sales/supply agreements.
  • Manage litigation matters, including managing external counsel.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited law school and admitted to a provincial/state bar.
  • Minimum of 3-7 years of legal experience with environmental and manufacturing matters.
  • Bilingual (French & English).
  • Very strong oral and written skills.
  • Relevant junior associate experience with a law firm.
  • Prior in-house experience in or related to the pulp and paper industry is a plus.

What We Offer

Domtar offers a hybrid work environment with a physical presence based out of the Montreal, QC office. Occasional travel required.



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