Job Description

Legal Counsel, Litigation
Banner:

RONA INC.

Entity:

RONA INC. - Corporate - Boucherville QC - 00002 - Boucherville

City:

Boucherville

Province:

Quebec

Job Status:

Full Time

Job Category:

Communication/Public affairs/Legal

Remote Work:

Office (3 days)

Closing Date:

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Please note that:

Our Hybrid Workplace Policy establishes that associates need to have a reliable transportation to and from our corporate head office located in Boucherville (Quebec), to come to the office on a regular basis.
We require all our head office associates to be proficient in French, spoken and written.

At RONA, over 26,000 employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve.

We operate or service some 450 corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA, Lowe\'s, Reno-Depot, and Dick\'s Lumber banners are always looking for dedicated employees to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors.

You\'ve got the talent? We\'ve got the tools! Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will always be heard and valued. You\'ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills.

So if you\'re looking to do what you love, we could be perfect for each other.

Our expectations

Within the Legal Department and under the responsibility of a senior legal counsel, the chosen candidate will be primarily responsible for assisting the various departments of the company in litigation management, litigation prevention, compliance and contract drafting. This position would suit someone interested in a variety of areas of law (including consumer law litigation, advertising law, construction law and general commercial and transactional law).

Your role

Act as a lead on certain files or as a collaborator on legal files
Issue legal opinions based on facts and applicable law while ensuring proper risk management
Work collaboratively with other departments to provide clear, practical and timely legal advice in a manner consistent with the direction of the business
Perform legal and factual research
Ensure a monitoring role to understand and anticipate trends and make appropriate recommendations
Manage files entrusted to external law firms

The qualifications we are looking for

Member of the Barreau du Qu\xc3\xa9bec
Member of another recognized bar (an asset)
3 to 5 years of experience working in a private practice and/or in the legal department of a large company
Experience in litigation, dispute prevention and dispute resolution
Knowledge in the areas of law mentioned above (an asset)
Strong writing, analytical, negociation and communication skills
Strong interest in legal and factual research
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and good practical mind
Rigor, versatility and sense of organization and priorities
Leadership, motivation, self-confidence, diplomatic and professional attitude
Ability to work with minimal supervision and to take initiative
Ability to work under pressure with a diverse cast of customers, as well as to effectively manage priorities and a large volume of projects at once
Client-oriented approach and team player
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
Our Hybrid Workplace Policy establishes that associates need to have a reliable transportation to and from our corporate head office located in Boucherville (Quebec), to come to the office on a regular basis.
We require all our head office associates to be proficient in French, spoken and written.

By joining the RONA family, you\'ll enjoy many benefits, such as:

A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers
A childcare centre that can accommodate up to 78 children
A cafeteria with a delicious menu prepared by a dedicated chef, healthy options, as well as FARO Roasting Houses and Tim Hortons coffee stations
Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all Lowe\'s Canada locations)
Benefits: retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program, etc.
Electric car charging stations
Career growth opportunities within the company
An inclusive and safe working environment
Promotion of work-life balance
An employer that\'s involved in the community
And much more!

The masculine generic is used without discrimination and only in order to simplify the text. RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.

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RONA inc.

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