Corporate Counsel - Canadian Lawyer

         

Corporate Counsel (R-4488)

Viterra has a unique and diverse business environment - ideal for someone who is looking to develop and advance their career in the field of commercial legal services.  Reporting to the General Counsel/Vice President of Legal Services, this position is accountable for the effective, timely and efficient provision of commercial legal services proactively supporting North American business strategy and operations that cover a broad range of legal matters. 

As a lawyer at Viterra, you will focus on the following areas:

• Contract review, development and implementation including negotiation with third parties. 
• Provision of expertise, strategic input, advice and legal education to the business across a broad range of legal and operational matters that may include trends and best practices in the areas of corporate and commercial law, compliance and regulatory matters, litigation, M&A activity and other areas.
• Participation in and opportunity to lead the legal aspect of projects including M&A activities.
• Manage, develop and implement diligence procedures and appropriate contracting for project work.
• Manage, develop, implement and support compliance and regulatory frameworks applicable to the business.
• Collaborate with corporate offices and senior management within Viterra’s structure ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Provide litigation and conflict resolution support as required.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Thrives in a high performing, team environment;
• Takes the initiative and is self motivated to drive projects and day to day work to successful completion;
• Has superior communication and organizational skills;
• Has a proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships internally and externally;
• Requires strong business acumen with a demonstrated ability to provide creative business focused solutions;
• A bachelor of laws (L.L.B) or juris doctorate (J.D.) degree from a Canadian accredited law school;
• Qualification to practice law in Saskatchewan;
• A minimum of 3 years of corporate/commercial legal experience;
• Previous experience in agri-business or rural background would be an asset.

Tracking number: R-4488

Viterra offers a competitive salary and benefits plan.

If you believe these opportunities and skills are a fit, please apply at Viterra.com.

Viterra is Canada's grain industry leader, supported by the expertise of its people, a superior network of assets, and unrivalled connections to world markets. Headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, our commitment to agriculture goes back over 100 years, partnering with farmers to market and move their crops to areas of need around the world.

Guided by our values of integrity, trust and respect, our goal is to achieve a workforce as diverse as the people we serve. We encourage aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, women, visible minorities and others to join our team.