In-House Counsel

NGE - BTP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

NGE - BTP is looking for an In-House Counsel in Toronto, Canada. The role involves providing legal assistance on contractual issues, managing disputes, and supporting bids and tenders. Ideal candidates are bilingual in English and French and have 5-10 years of relevant experience.

The expected salary range is between $150,000 and $200,000, with comprehensive benefits including health and dental coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in corporate, public procurement contracts and/or contract law.
• Work experience in infrastructure law and/or private and public tenders is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support in bids and tenders.
• Handle claims, disputes and litigation cases.
• Advise on general legal and contractual issues.

Skills

Contract management

Dispute resolution

Legal support

Bilingual English and French

Education

Bachelor of Laws (Juris Doctor)

Canadian qualified lawyer

Job description

In‑House Counsel – Canada

The In‑House Counsel provides advice and assistance on contractual and legal issues during the preparation of commercial bids, tenders and proposals, contract negotiations, contract management and performance, and dispute resolution. The role independently handles complex and multi‑domain cases, analyzes contractual and financial risks, and proposes appropriate solutions.

Responsibilities

1. Apply the Group’s Quality, Safety and Environmental policies.
2. Provide legal support in bids and tenders.
3. Provide legal support in contract management and performance of works contracts.
4. Advises and assists internal clients on general legal and contractual issues.
5. Handle claims, disputes and litigation cases.
6. Monitor and administratively manage cases.
7. Contribute to a positive work environment as a team player.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (Juris Doctor) from a Canadian university; double degree in common law and civil law.
• Canadian qualified lawyer.
• Approximately 5‑10 years of experience in corporate, public procurement contracts and/or contract law.
• Autonomy, rigor, integrity, discretion, flexibility and availability.
• Bilingual in English and French.
• Work experience in infrastructure law and/or private and public tenders is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Expected salary range $150,000 to $200,000 annually. In addition to base pay, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental coverage, retirement savings, paid time off and other employee well‑being programs.