Senior Legal Counsel, Canadian Operations- EN

IAMGOLD Corporation; Gogama; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for Canadian Operations based in Ontario. This role involves providing strategic legal guidance, managing contracts, and ensuring compliance within the mining sector. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Law, have 8 to 10 years of relevant experience, and be proficient in English, with French as a strong asset. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Bonus

Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefits

Health Spending Account

Fitness & Wellness Subsidy

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Registered Pension Plan with Company Match

Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match

TFSA & RRSP

Electric Vehicle Subsidy

Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years of experience in commercial or corporate law.
• Strong track record in negotiating and drafting contracts.
• Experience in mining, oil & gas, or construction sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to site leadership.
• Lead negotiation and management of commercial agreements.
• Support implementation of contract management processes.

Skills

Commercial law expertise

Contract negotiation

Legal compliance knowledge

English communication

French communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law

Job description

Overview

Senior Legal Counsel, Canadian Operations – EN. The role is based in Sudbury or at a mine site, with travel as required, reporting to the Vice President, Ontario & General Manager Côté Gold, with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Deputy General Counsel at Corporate.

We are hiring a seasoned legal professional to join our team as Senior Legal Counsel, Canadian Operations, supporting our Côté Gold and Westwood Mines.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to site leadership, providing strategic legal guidance and influencing operational decisions.
• Lead negotiation, drafting, and management of a wide range of commercial agreements, including procurement, construction, engineering, and service contracts.
• Support the implementation of contract management processes at site, ensuring alignment with corporate standards and supply chain practices.
• Serve as a key legal resource for site leadership on legal risks, regulatory developments, and compliance matters.
• Serve as corporate secretary for the Côté Gold Joint Venture and align site-level legal practices with IAMGOLD’s governance standards and legal strategy.
• Support Indigenous and community agreements, contribute to enterprise risk management, and liaise with Corporate Legal and Supply Chain teams to refine contract terms and mitigate risk.
• Navigate complex legal and operational contexts, influence executive decision-making, and contribute to shaping the legal culture at site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law and a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• 8 to 10 years of experience in commercial or corporate law, with a strong track record in negotiating and drafting contracts.
• Experience in the mining, oil & gas, or construction sectors is preferred.
• Well-organized, able to work under pressure, and strong English communication skills; French is a strong asset.
• Familiarity with environmental laws and regulations is beneficial.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary and Bonus
• Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefit Coverage
• Health Spending Account
• Fitness & Wellness Subsidy
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Registered Pension Plan with Company Match
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match
• TFSA & RRSP
• Electric Vehicle Subsidy

Location: Canada; Work locations: Côté Gold Mine Site.

Job Function: Legal. Organization: Legal-Business Dev. Job Posting: Sep 8, 2025, 11:02:55 AM.

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