Corporate Counsel

**Corporate Counsel**

**J. D. Irving, Limited (JDI) is one of Canada’s leading privately-held companies, with diverse operations across multiple industries and more than 18,000 employees.**

**JDI is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join its law department at its headquarters in Dieppe, New Brunswick. Reporting to the Vice President and General Counsel, the Corporate Counsel will advise our businesses on a broad range of business matters including contracts, financings, employment and real estate.**

**At JDI you are part of an energetic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about achieving results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our diverse group of companies.**

**Qualifications**:

- Law degree and admission or eligibility to be admitted to the New Brunswick bar
- 3 to 5 years of progressive related experience practicing business law at a large law firm or major corporation
- Strong negotiation skills and sound business judgment
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Experience in one or more of the following areas will be considered an advantage: consumer packaged goods, food, transportation, financings, real estate, employment, intellectual property, advertising
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Draft, review and negotiate contracts relating to the business, including customer contracts, supply contracts, and transportation agreements
- Advise on all legal matters relating to the business and their implications on business decisions
- Advise on contract terms and conditions, including resolving complex contractual and business issues
- Act on a broad range of business transactions
- Work on multiple projects at any given point in time

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- J.D. Irving, Limited is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees._
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