Legal Counsel

ZSA Canada; Canada; Remote; CAD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading North American transportation and logistics company is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their legal team. This remote position requires 3–5 years of experience, strong contract drafting skills, and an interest in litigation. The ideal candidate will also attend monthly meetings at the Oakville office.

Qualifications

• Experience with cargo claims and transactional U.S. legal matters desired.
• Must be willing to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Support the CLO and legal team in various legal matters.
• Draft and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation skills

Interest in litigation

Education

3–5 years of corporate commercial/generalist experience

Job description

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Our client, a leading North American transportation and logistics company, seeks their first Legal Counsel to join their growing legal team and support the CLO. This is a remote role, with a strong preference for candidates who can attend monthly executive meetings at their Oakville office; however, exceptional candidates across Canada will also be considered. Occasional travel may be required.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of corporate commercial/generalist experience, strong contract drafting and negotiation skills (e.g., cargo claims), and prior exposure to transactional U.S. legal matters. An interest in litigation is also required.

To learn more, please send a copy of your CV to Christopher Sweeney at [e-mail]. Ref. #LI33771.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting

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