Groupe Dynamite Inc. Jr. Legal Advisor

Groupe Dynamite Inc.; Mount Royal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-fashion retailer based in Montreal is seeking a Jr. Legal Advisor to join its in-house legal team. The ideal candidate will support a Senior Legal Counsel in drafting and negotiating commercial lease agreements and ensuring compliance with relevant laws. Key qualifications include an active membership in the Quebec Bar and bilingual proficiency in French and English. The role offers a comprehensive compensation package along with various employee benefits, including flexible insurance and a retirement savings program.

Benefits

Performance-driven bonuses

Group retirement savings program with employer matching

Flexible group insurance

Employee discount at Garage and Dynamite

Exclusive private sample sales

Flexible vacation policy

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of post-qualification experience in commercial real estate, corporate law, or contract law is an asset.
• Experience specifically in commercial leasing is a significant asset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and evolve in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial lease agreements.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and laws.
• Conduct detailed legal research on leasing laws and disputes.
• Assist with special projects and renewal processes.
• Review and prepare legal documents and summaries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Legal research skills

Bilingual in French and English

Education

Active membership in good standing with the Quebec Bar Association

Job description

Overview

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, privately held house of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Role Overview

GDI is a rapidly expanding fast-fashion retailer. Its portfolio includes over 300 leases across Canada, the USA, and the UK.

In your capacity as Jr. Legal Advisor, you are an integral member of the in-house Legal team, primarily supporting a Senior Legal Counsel in all aspects of the company's commercial leasing activities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial lease agreements, including offers, leases, letters of intent, lease renewals, and amendment agreements;
• Ensure that all leasing documents comply with internal standards, company policies, and relevant federal, state, and local laws;
• Conduct detailed legal research on leasing laws, landlord-tenant disputes, property rights, and regulatory compliance issues;
• Assist the Legal Counsel and Vice President with special projects and renewal processes;
• Review and prepare lease summaries, estoppel certificates, and other legal notices and related documentation;
• Manage and organize due diligence materials related to leasing transactions, including various reports;
• Working closely with the Leasing, Real Estate, and Finance teams to provide practical legal information;
• Maintain and update the company's master lease forms and ensure the accurate archiving of executed documents.

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the Quebec Bar Association;
• 1 to 3 years of post-qualification experience in commercial real estate, corporate law, or contract law is an asset, with experience specifically in commercial leasing being a significant asset;
• Bilingualism (French and English, written and spoken) is required for daily communication with suppliers, employees, and stakeholders, both within and outside of Quebec;
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Strong legal research and analytical skills;
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and evolve in a fast-paced environment;
• Autonomous and capable of managing priorities.

Benefits

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
• Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
• Exclusive private sample sales;
• A flexible vacation policy;
• And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal's Top Employers and one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise...

No day will be like the last - we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.