Corporate Lawyer

Title:
Legal & Government Affairs Manager

Department:
Legal

Reports to
: VP Legal CEEI, dotted line to the MD of Canada

Location:
Oakville. Candidate could also work in Kitchener. Some travel to both sites.

Company Background

Carlsberg Canada Inc. (CCI) is the Canadian division of Carlsberg Breweries, the world's third-largest brewer. With about 300 employees across our Oakville head office and Waterloo brewery, we proudly produce, distribute, and commercialize both Carlsberg and Waterloo products nationwide as well as produce for a variety of co-manufacturing partnerships.

At Carlsberg, no matter your role or function, we are driven not only by what we deliver but also by how we work together—this is our Growth Culture. Built on five core principles, our Growth Culture guides the way we work, innovate, and lead, ensuring we continue Brewing for a Better Today and Tomorrow.

Role overview

We're seeking an experienced professional to lead Carlsberg Canada's Legal and Government Affairs function. This role is responsible for driving strategic direction, managing risks, and ensuring the function delivers value and supports our business goals.

You'll work closely across teams as a proactive business partner, reporting to the Head of Legal for CEEI with a dotted line to the Managing Director, and serve as a key member of the Carlsberg Canada Management Team.

What you'll be doing

In the role, your primary areas of responsibility will be:

• Providing clear and focused advice on all legal, government affairs and regulatory matters

• Negotiating, reviewing, and drafting legal opinions and contracts related to commercial and co-manufacturing agreements and other business-related matters.

• Ensure solid contract management, keeping track of contracts, content, and deadlines.

• Work with external lawyers on specialized legal issues (e.g., competition, taxes, employment)

• Be the lead contact for all intellectual property, trademark, brand protection matters and routine management of trademark-related requests.

• Lead governmental affairs matters related to the beverage industry including impacting and reviewing federal and/or provincial framework agreements, specific rules and regulations, environmental requirements, and other relevant impacts to the business.

• Develop, structure and prioritize governmental affairs focus areas in close alignment with relevant internal stakeholders. Pursue implementation and provide clear feedback, guidance, and business recommendations.

• Play a supportive and active member of the Beer Canada Management Committee.

• Act as the Local Compliance Officer, drive and lead the local compliance committee, supporting and ensuring implementation of compliance policies, trainings and activities. Be frontrunner in embedding a strong compliance culture throughout the company.

What we're looking for

• Law degree from a recognized institution and active membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.

• 8+ years of progressive experience in legal (and ideally compliance) roles, gained through both private practice and in-house positions.

• Proven ability to effectively lead and manage a Legal and Government Affairs function.

• High level of integrity and strong business acumen, with a solid understanding of strategy across multiple business areas.

• Demonstrated leadership, curiosity, and initiative to positively influence business outcomes.

• Exceptional analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to provide sound, practical advice.

• Recognized as a role model for cross-functional collaboration and indirect leadership.

• Advanced expertise within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) or similar industry

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; French proficiency is an asset.

• Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

We're looking for individuals who bring not only technical expertise, but also a mindset aligned with our Growth Culture principles. You live by "Semper Ardens" which means you are always challenging the status quo and striving for the extraordinary. You foster Positive Energy and Compassion, working with empathy, respect, and openness. You act with Passion for the Consumer, serving as a brand ambassador and keeping the consumer at the heart of your decisions. You demonstrate Decisiveness and Excellence, making confident choices and delivering high-quality results. Finally, you believe in Empowering, Supporting, and Growing People, helping colleagues develop, sharing knowledge, and building trust across the team.

What you can expect

We're asking for a lot, but you'll be well-rewarded with:

• Continuous Learning: Guidance from mentors and training initiatives

• Opportunities for career growth, within Canada and Globally

• A purpose-driven company with ambitious goals

• A social work environment with enthusiastic colleagues

We provide a competitive base salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that is covered by the employer. This package includes a range of benefits such as dental care, extended health coverage, a healthcare spending account, life insurance, paid time off, RRSP matching, tuition reimbursement, vision care, casual dress code, participation in company events, the option for remote work, and a fantastic Beer Benefit. Eligible employees may also receive bonuses as part of our supplemental pay options.

CARLSBERG GROUP: BREWING FOR A BETTER TODAY AND TOMORROW

At Carlsberg our diverse perspectives, unique abilities and experiences make us who we are. With so many iconic brands, we know our differences are what make us stand out. WELCOME YOU is our commitment to promoting this culture and embracing it across all areas of our business. Carlsberg is a place where each of us belongs and where we can be at our best.

For us, success has always been in the diverse mix of our people, our beers, and our brands. We want to recruit and develop people with a global mindset, cultural understanding, and international experience to ensure that our organization stays agile, inclusive, and prepared for future growth. Only by acknowledging and harvesting from different perspectives and experiences, will we gain competitive advantage and leverage the effect of diversity for business growth. Carlsberg aims to create equal access to opportunity regardless of social identity, and we encourage everyone to apply regardless of gender, nationality, race, religion, disabilities, or any other characteristics.