Corporate Counsel at McDougall Energy

McDougall Energy Inc.; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 Weeks Paid Vacation

Employer-matched Group RRSP

Employer-paid Health & Dental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Healthcare & Lifestyle SpendingAccount

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee & Customer Referral Programs

Employee Discount & Perks Programs

Job summary

McDougall Energy is seeking a collaborative Corporate Counsel to join our in-house legal team. Reporting to the General Counsel, you will provide strategic guidance across business, contract and employment matters and ensure departments stay compliant with applicable laws.

You will draft and review commercial contracts, advise on risks, manage obligations, and support regulatory initiatives. Prevailing in a mid-to-large company with Ontario Bar admission is essential.

Qualifications

• A law degree from a recognized university and be admitted to the Ontario Bar Association.
• A licensed member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario (LSO).
• 3 to 5 years of experience practicing as an in-house legal practitioner of a mid to large sized corporation or relevant experience working at a business law firm.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills along with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the Company and with external parties.
• Strong negotiation skills and keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Proven experience following confidentiality guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing and approving commercial contracts, ensuring they align with Company interests and legal standards.
• Providing advice on the status of contracts, potential legal risks and associated liabilities.
• Managing contractual obligations and corresponding with appropriate departments to ensure adherence throughout their lifecycle.
• Offering legal counsel to Management on diverse legal issues and challenges.
• Collaborating with various Company departments to ensure understanding and adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Proactively researching and anticipating legal issues, ensuring the Company is well-prepared for potential challenges.
• Managing insurance claim files and supporting insurance counsel.
• Assisting with the tender review process for insurance, compliance, certification and indemnification matters.
• Design and deliver training sessions on relevant legal topics for the Company's departments, including specific regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder communication

Independent work

Confidentiality

Education

Law degree

Ontario Bar Admission (LSO)

In-house experience

Job description

Corporate Counsel

McDougall Energy is a Canadian family-owned business that distributes quality petroleum products and services reliably and responsibly.

We are dedicated to delivering customized solutions that meet customers' needs, improve lives, and enrich communities. At McDougall Energy, we believe every team member has a role in fulfilling our purpose. That's why we give our people the trust, support, and opportunities they need to do their best work. We invite you to join us as we continue to connect customers to the energy solutions of today and tomorrow.

We are proud to be recognized as a Platinum Club member of Canada's Best Managed Companies, having consecutively retained our designation since 2011.

About the opportunity

McDougall Energy is looking for a collaborative and driven legal professional to fill the position of Corporate Counsel. Reporting to the General Counsel, this role is an integral member of the Corporate Legal team responsible for providing strategic legal guidance across all areas of our daily operations and long-term business initiatives.

This role will ensure that all departments are well-informed and compliant with relevant areas of law including business, contract and employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing and approving commercial contracts, ensuring they align with Company interests and legal standards.
• Providing advice on the status of contracts, potential legal risks and associated liabilities.
• Managing contractual obligations and corresponding with appropriate departments to ensure adherence throughout their lifecycle.
• Offering legal counsel to Management on diverse legal issues and challenges.
• Collaborating with various Company departments to ensure understanding and adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Proactively researching and anticipating legal issues, ensuring the Company is well-prepared for potential challenges.
• Managing insurance claim files and supporting insurance counsel.
• Assisting with the tender review process for insurance, compliance, certification and indemnification matters.
• Design and deliver training sessions on relevant legal topics for the Company's departments, including specific regulations.

About you

The ideal candidate will have:

• A law degree from a recognized university and be admitted to the Ontario Bar Association.
• A licensed member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario (LSO).
• 3 to 5 years of experience practicing as an in-house legal practitioner of a mid to large sized corporation or relevant experience working at a business law firm.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills along with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the Company and with external parties.
• Strong negotiation skills and keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Proven experience following confidentiality guidelines.

What we offer

We offer career growth and development through on-the-job training, professional courses, and peer learning in a friendly and inclusive work environment that allows you to thrive both personally and professionally.

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package including:

• Salary: $95,000 to $125,000, commensurate with experience.
• 4 Weeks Paid Vacation
• Employer-matched Group RRSP
• Employer-paid Health & Dental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare & Lifestyle Spending Account
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee & Customer Referral Programs
• Employee Discount & Perks Programs

McDougall Energy is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace.

If you require any accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Confidentiality of all applicants assured. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted, and we thank all other applicants for their interest.

McDougall Energy does not use AI in the recruitment process.