Specialist, Legal Contracts - Remote

OVERVIEW

Reporting to the General Counsel, the Legal Contract Specialist is responsible for providing a full range of legal services and strategic legal guidance to business partners across the organization, to manage various procurement contracts and to support the Legal Office strategic priorities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains carriage of various files with oversight of the General Counsel.

Researches, identifies, and provides updates on case law, legislative requirements and legal trends affecting CM.

Helps identify legal issues, risks, and develops strategic to mitigate legal risks.

Consults with the General Counsel on all complex matters prior to giving advice to stakeholders.

Drafts and negotiates a variety procurement, supplier and vendor agreements and collaborates directly with various business clients.

Ability to breakdown complex concepts into easily understood language for internal and external stakeholders

Provides clear legal advice on issues, including contract negotiation, drafting, and review.

Maintains extensive knowledge of CM’s operations which allows for proactive advice to further CM’s Strategic Plan, and to protect CM’s legal and reputational interest.

Exercises excellent judgement and discretion in dealing with highly sensitive issues.

Keep up to date with laws or regulations impacting the business.

Collaborate with other members of the Legal office and business clients.

Perform other duties and assist on special projects as assigned by the General Counsel.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB), Juris Doctor (JD), or equivalent law degree is required with Canadian law firm and/or in-house experience.

Licensed to practice law in Ontario and must be a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario.

Experience

Minimum five (5) years of experience practicing law and providing legal advice to corporate

Knowledge/Competencies/Skills

Knowledge of legal issues and laws affecting not for profit organizations.

Solid negotiation and contract drafting skills involving RFPs, MSAs, SoWs, and various vendor/procurement contracts.

Strong critical thinking skills to understand complex fact patterns, identify legal issues and risks, and provide timely advice.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and resourcefully.

Proven ability as a strong communicator to deliver advice that is clear and practical, both orally and in writing.

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion.

Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, procurement and contract management tools.

WORKING CONDITIONS

All CM employees work approximately 40 hours per week, remotely from a Canadian home office environment.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

Expected Compensation: 

An annual base salary in the range of $75,000 to $100,000

The salary range listed complies with the Ontario Employment Standards Act and reflects a potential base salary range for this role.  The actual salary offered will be determined within the range, and will depend on factors, such as the candidate’s unique qualifications, relevant experience, work location and expected contributions.   

Job Vacancy Reason 

This position is a new role.  

Artificial Intelligence 

AI is not used during our hiring processes.  

Applicant and Interviewee Communication 

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those under consideration will be contacted. 

Applicants who have been interviewed will be informed whether a hiring decision has been made within 45 days of their final interview. 

Record Retention  

Job posting records and associated application forms will be retained for at least three years.  

ABOUT CIRCULAR MATERIALS

Circular Materials is a national not-for-profit producer responsibility organization (PRO) that supports producers in meeting their extended producer responsibility (EPR) obligations across Canada. Created by producers for producers, Circular Materials develops, implements, and supports effective and efficient recycling programs to advance innovation, deliver improved environmental outcomes and drive value across the recycling supply chain. Our full-service offerings include collection, management, promotion and education, and reporting.  

Together, we are advancing the circular economy where materials are collected, recycled, and can be returned to producers for use as recycled content in new products and packaging. As we develop enhanced recycling systems across Canada, we work to ensure more materials are looped into the circular economy, benefiting both people and the environment.  

Learn more at circularmaterials.ca.  

Circular Materials is an equal opportunity employer, seeking team members with a diversity of thought, skills, experiences, culture, and ethnicity to help us achieve our purpose of accelerating a circular economy for people and the planet. As a national organization operating across Canada, our goal is to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the many provinces and territories where we do business.  

Our inclusive hiring practices aim to foster a culture where all employees feel a strong sense of belonging. We are proud of our recent diversity survey results which showed that:  

51% of Circular Materials employees identify as women. 

53% of Circular Materials employees identify as visible minorities. 

97% of employees believe Circular Materials fosters a strong sense of belonging for employees of all backgrounds.  

95% of employees recommend Circular Materials as an inclusive workplace.   

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis), persons with disabilities, racialized individuals, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.  As part of our commitment to reconciliation, Circular Materials is working to advance Indigenous representation and partnerships within our organization and across our programs.  We acknowledge that Circular Materials operates on the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous Nations, and we recognize the importance of respecting Indigenous rights, governance, and contributions in the workplace and beyond. 

Circular Materials supports reasonable requests for accommodation in accordance with all applicable provincial accessibility standards. Requests for accommodation will be provided by Circular Materials through the recruitment and/or assessment processes, upon contacting [email protected]. This email is only used for accommodation requests.