Sr. Legal Counsel, Litigation

Nutrien; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agriculture company in Calgary is seeking a licensed attorney with 7-10 years of litigation experience to provide legal guidance and manage litigation risks. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and decision-making skills, with a proven ability to work in a team environment. This full-time role offers an opportunity to contribute to a culture of care and safety while advancing your career in a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of litigation practice in a law firm preferred.
• Experience in a business environment as in-house counsel is a plus.
• Ability to manage external counsel and multiple legal projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Manage litigation across various business areas.
• Identify litigation risks and implement mitigation measures.

Skills

Litigation expertise

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Licensed Attorney in the US or Canada

Job description

Overview

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services. Our purpose Feeding the Future guides what we do, grounded in a culture of care and core values: safety, inclusion, integrity and results. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another and acts with integrity.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution and ag retail facilities. We serve growers’ needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

This position is based in Calgary AB and reports to the Assistant General Counsel Litigation, Product Regulation & SHE.

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal guidance to internal Nutrien stakeholders regarding litigation risk and strategic management of existing litigation.
• Manage dispute resolution and litigation across all areas of the business including complex commercial, environmental, regulatory, product liability, class actions and personal injury.
• Identify sources of risk and devise and implement litigation risk mitigation measures.
• Initiate and manage privileged investigations as necessary.
• Choose and retain external counsel as necessary and manage same.
• Provide legal guidance on the integration of acquired businesses with respect to potential claims, disputes and litigation risk.
• Comply with all Company standards, policies and procedures pertaining to appropriate conduct for employees including the Statement of Core Values and Code of Business Conduct; the Respect in the Workplace Policy; Safety, Health and Environment Policies; and any other applicable standards, policies and procedures as implemented and/or revised by the Company or by legislation.

Qualifications

• The individual must be a licensed Attorney in the US or Canada.
• At least 7-10 years of litigation practice in a law firm setting. Additional experience in a business environment as in-house counsel managing risk, disputes and/or litigation is preferred but not required.
• Highly developed skills and significant experience with a broad range of disputes and litigation including complex commercial disputes, preferably within the agricultural industry.
• Experience working directly with business executives and operations.
• Strategic and practical.
• Assertive, adaptable, creative and flexible.
• Ability to analyze and extrapolate information and have strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a critical team environment.
• Ability to identify risks and propose alternative structures to mitigate.
• Ability to handle multiple and varied legal projects simultaneously.
• Skills to manage external counsel.
• Excellent decision-making skills; must be able to lead problem solving, perform independently yet still work in a team environment and take initiative.
• Skills and experience with initiation and conduct of investigations.
• Excellent analytical, research and writing skills as demonstrated by past draft examples.

Additional Information

The estimated salary listed by Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted in accordance with Nutrien policies. You may be required to undergo a background check and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements as permitted by law.

Required Experience: Senior IC

Key Skills: HR Development, Delivery, Flooring, Irrigation, ACCA, Document Management

Employment Type: Full Time