We are looking for an experienced In House Counsel to provide practical legal guidance that supports business decisions and protects organizational interests within the mining sector. Based in Ottawa, Ontario, this role works closely with internal teams to deliver clear advice on commercial matters, contracts, compliance, and risk. The successful candidate will combine strong legal judgment with a collaborative approach to help the organization meet its operational and strategic objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Offer day-to-day legal counsel on commercial transactions, procurement activity, workplace matters, intellectual property, privacy, regulatory obligations, and broader corporate issues.
- Prepare, assess, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including service agreements, procurement terms, internal policies, and other binding instruments.
- Evaluate legal exposure across business activities and develop practical recommendations to reduce risk while supporting operational needs.
- Partner with internal clients to provide responsive, business-focused guidance and manage legal files efficiently from intake to resolution.
- Track changes in legislation, regulations, and industry requirements, and help revise templates, policies, and legal practices accordingly.
- Work closely with business units and external legal advisors to advance organizational priorities while maintaining appropriate legal safeguards.
- Contribute to legal research, briefing materials, and formal opinions to support informed decision-making across the organization.
- Support a hybrid work model by attending the Ottawa, Ontario office three to five days per week based on meetings and business requirements.
• Strong background in corporate and commercial law, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance, ideally within a complex operational environment.
• Proven ability to write, review, and negotiate agreements, procurement documents, policies, legal memoranda, and other formal legal materials.
• Working knowledge of employment law, intellectual property, privacy law, and related legal considerations affecting organizational operations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify legal issues, assess implications, and recommend practical courses of action.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into concise business advice.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities, manage stakeholder relationships, and deliver high-quality legal support within required timelines.
• Experience mentoring or coordinating the work of entry-level legal team members, students, researchers, or support staff is considered an asset.
• Previous experience advising a Crown corporation, public-sector body, or highly regulated organization would be viewed favourably.
