Spécialiste des contrats/Contracts Specialist

Airgas; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Airgas is seeking a Contracts Specialist in Montreal to draft, review, and negotiate contracts, focusing on sales agreements. The ideal candidate will have a degree in law or related studies and at least 3 years of experience in contract management. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in contract administration and management.
• Experience in common law jurisdictions is an asset.
• Holds a degree or diploma in law or related field.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts focusing on sales.
• Serve as a central point of contact for contractual activities.
• Advise on compliance with legal policies and procedures.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Problem-solving mindset

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in law, paralegal or related legal studies

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

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How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

The Contract Specialist drafts, reviews and negotiates agreements with third parties on behalf of the company, focusing on sales. Serves as the primary contact (within the department and with internal customers) for agreements assigned to their group. Uses independent judgment and discretion, while working autonomously, escalating issues to a company attorney when warranted or required by regulation.

Key Responsibilities :

• Draft, review, interpret, and negotiate a variety of contracts and other legal documents with a focus on sales contracts and non-disclosure / confidentiality agreements
• Master company’s standard form contracts as well as acceptable alternative language based on experience in negotiating contract provisions for the company
• Participate in and / or lead negotiations related to contractual terms and conditions
• Serve as a central point of contact to facilitate contractual activities from inception to completion for primarily Regional internal clients and assist in managing workflow for contracts in queue
• Interpret contractual provisions to analyze possible legal and business exposure and to ensure that the company's contract terms are being followed
• Understand legal terminology, including, warranties, limitation of liability, indemnification, and force majeure is required
• Understand the company’s insurance program to instruct insurance provisions negotiations
• Advise business contacts on compliance with company legal policies and procedures
• Provide guidance on contract interpretation and breach of contract matters, including initial follow up for tortious interference matters, whether sent or received by the company, in collaboration with the Regions
• Motivate and communicate effectively with individuals both inside and outside of the Airgas organization in particular with vendors and customers
• Observe all laws, regulations and maintain an awareness of regulatory changes and their impact on contracts
• Assist in the review and development of Airgas contract templates.

COMPETENCIES :

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, analytical and drafting skills, including attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset
• Understanding of legal formalities, terms and principles
• Comfort in working with both Canadian and U.S. internal and external clients is an asset
• Maturity to interface and communicate effectively with a large number of diverse internal groups, including all levels of employees, in-house legal counsel, external legal counsel, customers, consultants and vendors
• Strong interpersonal skills in forming and maintaining good relationships with colleagues; respects the ideas and opinions of others
• Ability to be flexible and adaptive in handling urgent matters, to multitask projects efficiently and be results oriented
• Well-developed sense of professionalism and integrity
• Established working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite, as well as ability to learn additional software and database management

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

• Holds a degree / college diploma or certificate in law, paralegal or related legal studies (experience in lieu is considered); Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of progressively professional experience in contract administration and / or management (i.e., contract review, drafting, interpretation and negotiation) within a law firm, corporate legal department environment or similar (experience in lieu is considered)
• experience with common law jurisdictions is an asset

Our Differences make our Performance

At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Legal

Chemical Manufacturing

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