Job Description

Leclerc is a family business with 120 years of experience, tradition and know-how passed down from people with heart. Thanks to our 1,900 employees in eight plants in Canada and the United States, we are constantly innovating to exceed the expectations of both small and large appetites.

Working at Leclerc means...

Working in a family business
Evolving in a clean, temperate environment with the latest technology
Starting a new job with paid and adapted training
Benefit from a complete benefits program (drug and dental insurance, 1 week of sick leave [conditions apply], telemedicine, group RRSP with employer participation and more)
Enjoy quality meals at low prices in the cafeteria (unlimited coffee, tea, cookies and bars)
Enjoy free use of the sports facilities (basketball court, training room and cardio room)
Save on our delicious products and discover exclusive novelties
Take advantage of job security and opportunities for advancement within the company
Integrate a rich company culture (Christmas, birthday and maternity gifts, use of the Poka platform and more)

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the senior legal advisor, the legal advisor provides advice to the company, its subsidiaries, and their various departments on a range of legal matters and handles the relevant documentation, in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. He or she works primarily in international commercial law and corporate law, and occasionally in other areas as required by the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Work in collaboration with the senior legal advisor on a variety of cases;


Analyze, draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, such as confidentiality agreements, contracts with suppliers of products, equipment, or services, transportation contracts, supply contracts with our customers, and leases;


Follow up on documents related to our contracts (e.g., insurance certificates, supplier compliance documents, etc.);


Follow up on files with law firms in Canada and internationally for trademark registrations, as part of special projects or litigation;


Participate in the drafting of internal policies, resolutions, and other corporate documents;


Keep the legal documents of the group's companies up to date;


Assist the senior legal advisor with tasks related to the protection of personal information


Assist the human resources department with issues related to labor law and work permits


Monitor new laws and amendments to existing laws


Any other related tasks.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Bachelor's degree in law;


Member in good standing of the Barreau du Quebec;


2 to 5 years of relevant experience;


Experience in commercial law;


Advanced proficiency in French and English, both spoken and written;


Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;


Demonstrate rigor and autonomy;


Good priority management and ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously;


Ability to work under tight deadlines.