Commercial Contracts Legal Counsel

Lead commercial contracts and transaction support as Legal Counsel, drafting, negotiating, and interpreting agreements for internal business stakeholders. Deliver practical advice independently.Reporting to the General Counsel, this in-house generalist handles contracts alongside procurement, financing, real estate, governance, disputes, and operational legal matters. The lawyer provides clear opinions, conducts research, assesses risks, and coordinates external counsel when needed. Strong negotiation, analysis, discretion, and prioritization are essential.Key Responsibilities:
Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret agreements and legal documentsSupport commercial transactions, procurement, financing, and real estate mattersManage contract processes and provide practical risk assessmentsSupport litigation, investigations, claims, and dispute resolutionPrepare policies, templates, training materials, and compliance guidanceRequirements:
Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws degreeFive to seven years of post-call legal experienceManitoba membership or eligibility for admissionCorporate, commercial, contracts, procurement, financing, or litigation experienceAbility to manage priorities, deadlines, and confidential mattersCombine contract drafting, negotiation, commercial judgment, and legal research to provide solutions-oriented counsel across broad business matters.
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