Legal Counsel

KDC / One; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Longueuil is seeking a motivated Legal Counsel with 3-5 years of experience. This role involves drafting contracts, providing legal advice on commercial matters, and supporting global operations. Fluency in English and French is essential.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in law.
• Fluent in English and French (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate various business contracts.
• Provide legal advice on commercial activities.
• Manage relationships with external counsels.

Skills

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Organization

Multi-tasking

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor of Law

University degree in Finance, Commerce or Business Administration

Job description

kdc / one Corporate Longueuil, 375 boul Roland-Therrien, Longueuil, Quebec, Canada Req #1012

Friday, September 18, 2020

KDC / ONE is a global leader in its space, which operates in 14 countries and employs over 10,000 employees worldwide. It is a best-in-class custom formulator, package designer and manufacturer. With high touch innovation, operational excellence and speed, KDC / ONE delivers integrated global end-to-end solutions for established and emerging beauty, personal care and home care brands.

Legal Counsel (3-5 years)

Reporting to the Director, Legal Affairs, the Legal Counsel provides a variety of legal services aimed at supporting the day-to-day activities and global operations of KDC and its subsidiaries in the areas of commercial and contract laws.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Assist with the drafting, review and negotiation of various business contracts, including procurement, distribution, manufacturing, services, purchasing or sale, and NDAs, among others.
• Assist on potential acquisitions, transactions and financing projects involving counterparties located around the world.
• Participate in risk identification and the development of legal solutions for special projects.
• Provide legal advice and opinions on various matters related to KDC / One’s commercial activities, including with regard to applicable legislation and regulations.
• Support business units with regard to legal issues raised in the course of the company's day-to-day activities (commercial, supply, etc.).
• Participate in the development and maintenance of corporate templates and the automation of certain documents and processes.
• Participate in general commercial activities and various projects of the corporation, as representative of the legal team.
• Manage relationships with external counsels.
• Perform all other related tasks of a legal nature related to KDC / ONE’s activities.

Key Requirements :

• Bachelor of Law and member of a North American Bar.
• University degree in Finance, Commerce or Business Administration will be considered an asset.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in law.
• Fluent in English and French (written and spoken).
• Proven ability to negotiate, influence and persuade others.
• Strong organization, intuitive, problem solving and multi-tasking skills and abilities.
• Developed business acumen.
• Proven ability to prioritize and deliver under tight timelines.
• Any experience in contract management or in the manufacturing and beauty industries will be considered an asset.

If you are a motivated team player with a keen business sense, this is the perfect opportunity for you to build a career as a commercial legal advisor with our growing legal team in Longueuil, Québec.

We thank all candidates who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If selected for an interview or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.

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