Legal Counsel

The Armour Group Limited

Halifax

On-site

CAD 90,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Group RRSP plan with optional matching

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education support

Discounts at selected Freehand Hospitality restaurants

On-site fitness facilities

Opportunity for internal career growth

Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits

Collaborative team

Job summary

A leading hospitality and construction firm in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide strategic legal support across various operational teams. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years' experience in a legal role, be qualified to practice law in Nova Scotia, and possess strong problem-solving skills. This full-time position offers opportunities for career growth and includes comprehensive health benefits, along with a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

3+ years of experience as a lawyer at a law firm or in-house legal department.
Experience negotiating complex agreements with sound judgment.
Prior experience with commercial leases preferred but not essential.
Prior experience with commercial leases would be an asset.

Responsibilities

Drafting and negotiating commercial leases.
Providing guidance on corporate, employment, regulatory matters.
Managing litigation and disputes, including representation in court.
Assist with dispute resolution, including drafting notices and negotiating resolutions.
Support full-cycle transactions, including corporate, real estate and commercial financing.
Oversee corporate matters, including incorporations and maintenance of records.
Manage litigation and other disputes, including representation in Small Claims Court.
Assist with policy and procedure review, development and compliance.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Decision-making

Adaptability

Customer focus

Client-focused

Education

Qualified to practice law in Nova Scotia

Job description

Legal Counsel

The Armour Group Limited is one of the leading hospitality, development, and construction companies in Atlantic Canada. With more than 50 years of history, this family‑owned firm continues its proud history of creating a sense of place in Nova Scotia, carefully designing, developing, constructing and operating some of our region’s most iconic buildings and businesses, including Muir Hotel, Queen’s Marque District, Delta Hotels by Marriott Dartmouth, Freehand Hospitality, Historic Properties, Westway and Park Place corporate campuses and Kings Grove. The Armour Group Limited is seeking a Legal Counsel to join our team.

Reporting to the Associate General Counsel, the Legal Counsel will provide strategic support and advice to the company on a wide range of legal matters. The successful candidate will be capable of working in a broad, fast‑paced legal role that requires engagement across all operational teams. They will have the opportunity to practice in a collaborative environment as part of a strong and well‑integrated legal team, taking on interesting and varied legal work.

As the Legal Counsel, your work will include:

Drafting and negotiating commercial leases.
Drafting, reviewing, negotiating and interpreting contracts and other agreements.
Providing guidance and advice on a variety of subjects, including corporate, employment, regulatory, litigation and legal disputes, due diligence, insurance claims, legal and administrative processes and procedures, and other matters as they may arise.
Assisting operational departments with dispute resolution, including drafting notices and negotiating a resolution.
Providing support on full‑cycle transactions, including corporate, real‑estate and commercial financing.
Overseeing corporate matters, including incorporations, annual renewals and maintenance of corporate records.
Managing litigation and other disputes, including providing representation in Small Claims Court.
Assisting with policy and procedure review, development and compliance.

What we are looking for:

3+ years experience as lawyer at a law firm or in‑house legal department.
Qualified to practice law in Nova Scotia.
Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex agreements, applying sound judgment.
Prior experience with commercial leases would be an asset, but not having experience in this area should not discourage otherwise qualified applicants.

Skills and Abilities:

Proven track record of problem‑solving skills, informed decision‑making and good judgment.
A strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
An entrepreneurial mindset, embracing new challenges and taking initiative.
Adaptable, with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
Strong customer focus with dedication to teamwork and collaboration.

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