Senior Legal Manager (Onsite)

Driscoll's; Williams Lake; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fresh berries is seeking a Senior Legal Manager to provide strategic legal support across global business units. This role involves managing contracts, ensuring compliance, and improving processes while collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in transactional legal support and excellent communication skills. Join a team committed to quality and sustainability in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Health coverage

401(k)

Profit-sharing

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience in transactional legal support and project management.
• Strong understanding of contract and intellectual property principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to global business units managing contracts and transactions.
• Develop and implement standardized processes and policies for transactions.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Education

JD preferred

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

TO APPLY, please submit resume via this link: Senior Legal Manager (Onsite) | Driscoll's.

About the Opportunity:

In this senior-level role, you will provide strategic legal support across the organization, influencing transactional processes, contract management, and global governance policies. You will collaborate with various business units worldwide to ensure legal protections and improve efficiency through better controls and streamlined processes. The Legal Affairs department oversees policy, education, support, and coordination of general and transactional activities related to R&D, nursery, growing, production, sales, and supply chain, with expertise in supporting the global organization. This position focuses on transactional support and policy development for Driscoll’s, aiming to manage contract and transactional matters effectively, assess legal risks, and promote global governance and process improvements aligned with the company's mission, vision, and values.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide legal support to global business units including R&D, IS, production, nursery, supply chain, sales, and global support, managing internal and external legal support for contracts and transactions.
2. Guide other Legal Affairs practice areas on transactional compliance and contractual protections.
3. Develop and implement standardized processes and policies for transactions, including intake procedures, contract templates, and policies to protect assets and ensure timely contract execution.
4. Offer expertise in contract administration and management.
5. Collaborate on cross-functional projects within Legal Affairs.
6. Uphold company policies and represent Driscoll’s ethically and professionally in all interactions.
7. Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and materials.
8. Travel domestically and internationally 10-15%, requiring a valid passport and unrestricted ability to travel.

Candidate Profile:

• JD preferred; Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certification, or equivalent experience.
• 7-10+ years of experience in transactional legal support and project management.
• Strong understanding of contract and intellectual property principles.
• Ability to translate business concepts into legal terms.
• Experience with global legal support, process improvements, and complex contracts.
• Excellent research, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency with database management, MS Office, and related tools.
• Strong work ethic, confidentiality, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in agriculture, IP licensing, and commercial agreements, especially related to growers, nurseries, supply chains, and R&D.

TO APPLY, please submit resume via this link: Senior Legal Manager (Onsite) | Driscoll's

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary ranges are estimated based on experience and role:

• $90,052 - $134,628 for non-attorneys.
• $165,169 - $198,894 for licensed attorneys.

Driscoll’s offers comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k), profit-sharing, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program. More details will be provided during the application process.

About Driscoll's:

Driscoll's is a global leader in fresh berries, committed to quality and sustainability. With over 100 years of heritage, the company focuses on natural breeding methods and delivering premium berries worldwide, guided by values of humility, passion, and trustworthiness.