Chief Environmental Compliance Attorney

8 hours ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada Domtar Corporation Full time

About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned Chief Environmental Compliance Attorney to join our team in Montreal, QC.

Job Summary:

This is a challenging opportunity for a lawyer with experience in environmental and manufacturing law. As Chief Environmental Compliance Attorney, you will provide legal services and advice to the Paper & Packaging Business Unit personnel on environmental requirements and regulations. You will also be responsible for leading complex permitting efforts, identifying emerging new laws and regulations, and conducting internal investigations into allegations of non-compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead Permitting Efforts: Form teams of functional and operational experts, develop permitting strategies, and direct their execution.
  • Liaise with Regulators: Identify emerging new laws/regulations and proposed changes to existing regulations, assessing their impacts on the Unit and the Company.
  • Advocacy and Compliance: Lead advocacy efforts on proposed regulatory developments, including drafting official comments on behalf of the Company.
  • Internal Investigations: Conduct internal investigations into allegations of non-compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
  • Respond to Regulatory Bodies: Respond to formal and informal notices of non-compliance received from regulatory bodies.
  • Participate in ESG Audits: Participate in the global ESG audit programs.
  • Provide Legal Services: Provide legal services and support with procurement/sales matters, including the drafting, negotiation and revising of sales/supply agreements.
  • Manage Litigation: Manage litigation matters, including managing external counsel.

Requirements:

  • Qualifications: Must be a graduate of an accredited law school and admitted to a provincial/state bar.
  • Experience: Minimum of 3-7 years of legal experience with environmental and manufacturing matters.
  • Language Skills: Bilingual (French & English).
  • Communication Skills: Very strong oral and written skills.
  • Prior Experience: Has relevant junior associate experience with a law firm.
  • Hybrid Work Environment: Hybrid work environment with a physical presence based out of the Montreal, QC office. Occasional travel required.

Compensation and Benefits:

The estimated annual salary for this position is $120,000-$180,000, depending on experience. Domtar Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401(k) matching program and paid time off.


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