Head of Legal (16 month contract)

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This is a 16-month contract role covering maternity leave. Reporting to the North American General Counsel, this role will provide support to the entire Canadian business with some cross-border North American work. This role provides the opportunity to be a generalist with a proactive, entrepreneurial and business-focused approach. You will solve complex legal issues facing the business, both locally and internationally, and mitigate legal risk. This role is designed for a lawyer who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The ideal candidate will be a transactional specialist with a background in both law firms and in-house environments. You will be responsible for a heavy contract workload, cross-functional North American collaboration, and proactive risk management. We need a strategic thinker who isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves to manage the day-to-day drafting and negotiations that keep the busines...