Corporate Counsel

J.D. Irving, Limited; Dieppe; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in New Brunswick is seeking a Corporate Counsel to provide legal guidance across various business matters. The role involves drafting and negotiating contracts and requires significant experience in business law. Candidates are invited to apply even if they do not meet all requirements, promoting an inclusive hiring process.

Qualifications

• Law degree and admission to New Brunswick bar.
• 4 to 6 years of business law experience.
• Experience in consumer goods, transportation, employment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advise on all legal matters and implications on business.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts.
• Act on business transactions and manage multiple projects.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Business judgment

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Law degree

Job description

Job Description

J. D. Irving, Limited 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.

Responsibilities

• Advise on all legal matters relating to the business and their implications on business decisions
• Draft, review and negotiate contracts relating to the business, including customer contracts, supply contracts, and transportation agreements
• 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
  
  

Qualifications

• Law degree and admission or eligibility to be admitted to the New Brunswick bar
• 4 to 6 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, employment, intellectual property, advertising
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment
  
  

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.