Conseiller(ère) Juridique Sénior(e) | Senior Corporate Counsel

RioTinto; Montreal; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the minerals sector is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel based in Montreal. This role involves providing strategic legal support across various projects, managing risks, and leading negotiations. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Health insurance for employees and families

Employee share ownership plan

Attractive leave options

Training opportunities for career development

Performance-based incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in non-OECD jurisdictions.
• Strong background in complex contracts and mergers.
• Proficient in managing stakeholder relations and AI applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal support to various mining operations.
• Manage legal and business risks effectively.
• Lead corporate affairs and compliance initiatives.

Skills

Corporate/commercial law

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Job description

Senior Legal Counsel - Minerals

Join a supportive leadership team committed to your growth and development.

This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your legal expertise to influence high-stakes decisions, from complex mergers and acquisitions to multi-stakeholder negotiations.

This is a permanent position based in Montreal, QC.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to work closely with the General Counsel, Minerals, and the Minerals product group. The role involves providing strategic legal support to the Iron Ore Company of Canada, the Diavik diamond mine, and US Borates.

We are an open, connected global team comprising some of the brightest minds in the industry. We offer competitive, performance-based compensation and a broad range of benefits. With our international scope, there are many exciting opportunities for career development and growth.

Reporting to the General Counsel, Minerals, and working within a challenging and dynamic legal environment, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing strategic advice on a wide range of legal issues, including commercial contracts, environmental matters, and disputes, supporting the Iron Ore Company of Canada, Diavik diamond mine, and US Borates;
• Contributing to the management of major legal and business risks;
• Taking a leadership role within the legal, governance, and corporate affairs functions;
• Ensuring compliance with the highest standards to protect and enhance Rio Tinto's reputation.

Your contributions

• A commitment to safety for yourself and your team;
• Experience in non-OECD jurisdictions and managing complex issues involving governments and multiple stakeholders;
• Experience supporting and leading negotiations and complex transactions;
• Strong background in corporate/commercial law, including complex contracts, disputes, mergers and acquisitions, and joint ventures;
• Proven technical and analytical skills with a track record of proactive, creative problem-solving;
• Experience managing relationships with external advisors and ensuring cost-effective services;
• The ability to work seamlessly across organizational and geographic boundaries;
• Experience leveraging AI for legal support and an interest in broader AI applications;
• Fluency in French and English, both written and spoken, with collaboration often involving external teams outside Quebec;
• Willingness to travel as needed to support ongoing projects.

What we offer

• A safe working environment where safety is always the top priority;
• A competitive base salary with performance-based incentives;
• Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance for employees and their immediate families;
• An attractive employee share ownership plan;
• Company-provided insurance coverage;
• Opportunities for career development and training to support your technical and leadership ambitions;
• Various leave options (vacation, paid parental leave, sick leave).