Legal Counsel

Company:Finning Canada

Number of Openings:1

Worker Type:Permanent

Position Overview:Reporting to Finning Canada’s Associate General Counsel, this position supports the delivery of legal services to Finning Canada, its affiliates, subsidiaries and related entities. This position is also involved in day to day leadership and coaching in support of Finning's strategic priorities.

Job Description:

Providing support to the Associate General Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel by providing legal advice and internal coordination on all day-to-day legal matters affecting Finning Canada’s operations.

• Corporate & commercial matters, including contract drafting, review and negotiation of sales and rental contracts with Finning customers and procurement contracts with Finning suppliers.
• Human resources matters, including general employment law matters; employment contracts; employee discipline and dismissal; employment standards complaints; human rights complaints, workplace accommodation; and workplace policies, including, anti-harassment, and drug, alcohol and cannabis testing.
• Instructing and overseeing external legal counsel retained for general litigation, including wrongful dismissal claims and debt collections.
• Insurance claims and process.
• General commercial leasing matters.
• Other legal work as delegated from time to time.

Specific Skills:

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills including the ability to engender trust, respect and confidence.
• Ability to form strong internal relationships and possess a strong internal client and customer focus.
• Strong analytical, drafting and negotiating skills.
• Ability to be proactive and lead change.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high volumes of work and comfortable working both remotely and in-office.
• Must be flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work both independently, with input as needed from the Associate General Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel, as well as collaboratively, with peers and business units.
• Ability to work with velocity and respond quickly to address frequently changing internal client needs issues and priorities.
• Approach must be practical and business-oriented and must have an entrepreneurial attitude that is aligned with the mission and core values of Finning.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Have a keen eye for detail and commitment to quality.

Knowledge:

• Proven experience as legal counsel in a face paced and dynamic business environment.
• Demonstrated ability to create legally defensive or proactive strategies.
• Strong knowledge of legislation, jurisprudence and case law relevant to the practice areas.

Accountability:

• Strictly adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Being proactive and objective in meeting and managing the organization’s legal requirements.
• Providing legally sound and practical advice.
• Ensuring that legal files are maintained and accessible.
• Represent the company ethically and professionally.
• Maintain and enhance the reputation of Finning Legal and the company in the community.
• Ensure the status of all legal matters and any costs or risks are reported accurately to the Associate General Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel.
• Always perform duties with the utmost professionalism and highest ethical standards.

Education & Experience:

• Law degree from a recognized institution and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta
• 3 to 6 years (post-call) of experience in private practice preferably with a national or strong regional firm focused on business law, or an in-house setting in a comparable business or that involves sophisticated contracts or commercial transactions

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.