Legal Counsel (6-Month Contract)

Legal Counsel (6-Month Contract) North Vancouver, BC, Canada Req #3316 Friday, April 26, 2024 Imagine your future with us! At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive. Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world. About the role Hybrid | 6-Month Contract The Legal Counsel will be responsible for the provision of legal services to ALS. You will provide comprehensive legal counsel on contracts, corporate transactions, commercial property leases, and entity administration. The successful candidate will ensure legal compliance for various commercial activities in the Americas, serving as a key partner for ALS's continued success in the region. Key Responsibilities: Draft, review and negotiate complex contracts across a full range of commercial matters, transactions and business activities ensuring ALS’ interests are protected and advanced. Assisting with general legal and regulatory requirements, corporate administration and entity management, Providing generalist legal advice of matters relating to employment and labor, property, litigation and general commercial matters in support of business stream functions. Aiding operations on legal matters not requiring outside counsel including review and handling of subpoenas occasionally received by ALS (typically for records), declarations, etc., and providing direction to operations. Active management to foster a culture of “One ALS”. Merger and acquisition due diligence and investigation, review of due diligence material and change of control transaction material and documents. Foster and promote organizational principles of integrity and compliance. Serve as primary contact during contract negotiations. Perform and document review of new contracts for acceptability of terms, recommend changes where appropriate, and communicate key points internally. Engage relevant stakeholders in negotiation decisions involving legal or regulatory requirements, or disputes and litigation etc. Develop and execute negotiation strategies that minimize potential losses and benefit the organization’s financial performance. Awareness of the content and intent of all company policies and ensuring that they are implemented and followed. Recommend to senior management if business issues require additional legal resources. Adherence to a team approach within a continuous improvement culture. Other duties as assigned. About you: Experience in Contract Law and Commercial Transactions, including demonstrated experience in reviewing, negotiating and drafting of complex contacts. Highly organized, motivated and disciplined. Ability to systematically analyze complex problems, draw relevant conclusions and implement appropriate solutions. Strong verbal and written skills, and ability to convey complex information so that others can follow. Excellent negotiating and persuasive skills, both in one-on-one and group situations. Ability to show initiative and accountability. Ability to take ownership of workload and operate autonomously when required. Required Qualifications: 3-5 years post qualification experience as an attorney in commercial contract-heavy organizations (demonstrated experience working in an in-house commercial legal team will be favorably looked upon). Bachelor’s degree in law minimum requirement. Current member in good standing of the law society of British Columbia [or other Canadian or US jurisdiction] Working at ALS Our people are our most valuable asset and drive our success at ALS. We are a diverse community of dedicated professionals united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other. At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work. Our benefits include: An estimated annual salary ranging from $100,000 - $140,000 CAD at the time of posting. Individual compensation is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training. Comprehensive benefit package specific to your work status (including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage, access to company perks, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs)Additional vacation days for years of serviceBusiness support for education or training after 9 months with the companyLearning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more) Please note: Benefits vary based on employee status. About ALS ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalized solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world. Everyone Matters ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognized and valued. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, Indigenous persons, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities. ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Other details Pay Type Salary