Senior Legal Manager Calgary, AB

Tenaris, the leading supplier of steel pipe; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of steel pipe is looking for a Senior Legal Manager in Calgary, Canada. The role involves providing legal support, managing contracts, mentoring junior lawyers, and overseeing litigation and corporate governance. The ideal candidate should have a JD or LLB, membership with the Law Society of Alberta, and at least 4 years of relevant legal experience. Experience managing teams would be an advantage. This role offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunity for professional development

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• 4 years of legal experience in a top-tier law firm or in-house department.
• Experience managing people is an asset.
• Willingness for occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support across Tenaris business in Canada.
• Mentor and train a junior lawyer.
• Negotiate various contracts and legal documents.
• Oversee litigation matters and corporate governance.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Interpersonal skills

Commercial sense

Negotiating contracts

Ability to manage a variety of legal issues

Ability to work independently

Education

JD or LLB from a recognized university

Member in good standing of the Law Society of Alberta

Job description

Senior Legal Manager

We are actively recruiting for the role of Senior Legal Manager reporting to the Legal Senior Director USA. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal support and advice across Tenariss business in Canada, including commercial procurement, labour & employment, regulatory, corporate governance and litigation.

This position is available in Calgary AB and Sault Ste. Marie ON. Only one Senior Legal Manager role will be filled, and the successful candidate will be based in either location depending on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide general advice and legal oversight of Tenariss business in Canada by working closely with all business functions.
• Mentor, develop and train a junior lawyer and work as part of the North American legal team.
• Work directly with senior management, demonstrating sound judgment, professional communication style, practicality and an ability to manage expectations well.
• Review draft and negotiate a wide variety of contracts and other legal documents with customers, suppliers and other business partners.
• Provide timely and responsive client service.
• In partnership with other functional areas draft and review various company policies.
• Strategic day‑to‑day responsibility for the resolution of contractual issues, claims and disputes to support the commercial business while mitigating risk.
• Assist in preparing standard terms and conditions.
• Oversee litigation matters.
• Work closely with the Human Resources department on labour and employment matters.
• Oversee corporate governance and implement corporate structure changes.

Qualifications

• JD or LLB from a recognized university.
• Member in good standing of the Law Society of Alberta.
• 4 years of legal experience in a top‑tier law firm or in‑house department.
• Previous experience managing people is considered an asset.
• Experience negotiating various contracts.
• Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good commercial sense; practicality and proportionality in legal advice.
• Ability to explain technical matters so that they can be easily understood by non‑lawyers.
• Willingness and ability to manage a wide variety of legal issues across disciplines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Possible occasional travel.

Why Join Tenaris

A global leader

Help share our future and solidify our position as leaders in our industry.

People make the difference

Work with outstanding people in dynamic collaborative teams who are always looking to find better ways of doing things.

A safe and environmentally conscientious workplace

We adopt ecologically efficient designs and technologies to keep our people safe and healthy and reduce our impact on the environment.

A partner in the community

We understand that a long‑term industrial project means growing together with communities where we operate.

Unleash your potential

We understand the importance of giving you the chance to learn and develop new skills by exploring different positions.

Our differences make us stronger

Join a culturally diverse team united in our commitment to excellence.

Learning culture

From one corner of the world to another, our global organization will encourage you to share knowledge and best practices.

Effort is rewarded

We select and promote individuals based on their performance, experience, abilities, interpersonal skills and commitment.

Competitive salary and benefits

Our worldwide compensation and salary structure is positioned competitively in each and every one of the markets where we operate.

Facilities unlike any other

We continuously invest in our mills, service centres, training and research centres focused on a sustainable state‑of‑the‑art industrial footprint in every community where we operate.

Diversity & Inclusion

Tenaris values diversity in all its forms, fostering an inclusive workplace rooted in safety, ethics, transparency and open communication. Our active Diversity & Inclusion committee works on strategic initiatives to enhance our workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tenaris is committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those that match the criteria required for the desired profile will be contacted.