Job Description

Company Description

Being part of a growing company in the cleantech sector and contributing to the global transition to a circular economy appeals to you? That\'s exactly what our employees do every day. Enerkem is based on a revolutionary idea: transforming non-recyclable and non-compostable waste into clean fuels and renewable chemicals. Our Canadian-designed solution offers an innovative and sustainable alternative to landfilling and incineration while reducing dependency on fossil fuels.

Such an ambitious mission requires people who strive to make a difference. Our employees are the best in their field; they are tenacious and passionate contributors who transform challenges into opportunities. Our culture values individual ideas and contributions for the company\'s success. It is an organization where you can lead and inspire others within a creative and dynamic team.

Enerkem subscribes to the principle of equity in employment. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that offers equal opportunities for all, where people of diverse backgrounds and characteristics feel valued, respected & supported. These values, which reflect the talent, experience and qualities of our employees, allows us to get the best out of each and every one of us.



ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing strategic and practical advice on a wide variety of legal and regulatory matters, including proactively identifying risks and mitigation approaches
• Key focus will be in connection with Enerkem\'s project development and execution in multiple jurisdictions, where you will be involved in drafting, reviewing and negotiating various types of commercial contracts, including relating to engineering services, construction, feedstock and offtake, operations, joint ventures, intellectual property (licensing, R&D), core equipment supply
• Providing legal support as required to all business units on various legal and contractual issues
• Providing leadership in the development and updating of internal templates and precedents, and in the development, updating and implementation of policies and procedures, including relating to privacy, ESG and intellectual property protection
• Ensuring contracts and transactions comply with the company\'s policies and business objectives, and with applicable laws and regulations
• Contributing to the coaching and mentoring of other team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in law
• Member in good standing of the Quebec Bar and/or of another Canadian jurisdiction
• 8-10 years of experience practicing corporate and commercial law, either in a law firm or an in-house environment
• Experience in renewable energy, intellectual property, project development/execution, project financing, engineering and/or construction an asset
• Bilingual French/English (written & spoken)

YOUR COMPETENCIES

• Ability to present legal issues and solutions to senior management and commercial teams
• Demonstrated leadership qualities, business acumen, judgment and creativity
• Ability to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Superior drafting, analytical and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple competing priorities
• High degree of autonomy, ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to provide practical advice to address legal risks while meeting commercial objectives
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and providing agile counsel on a wide range of legal, regulatory and commercial matters

Additional Information

OUR OFFER

At Enerkem, the well-being of our employees is at the heart of our priorities! We provide a living environment where each individual counts and is recognized for their contribution to the success of the organization. We believe in the importance of celebrating our successes and having fun!

We focus our efforts on developing talents and, among other things, offer opportunities for everyone to participate in stimulating projects as well as learning opportunities and feedback / coaching that allow them to succeed, develop and flourish professionally.

Enerkem also offers a total compensation package that includes competitive salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits to meet all the needs of our employees and their families, including telemedicine.

And that\'s not all, here are some other unique benefits:

• $ 500 credit for health care and / or physical activities to support the well-being of our employees
• An employee recognition program
• Social activities organized by a committee dedicated to providing fun and promoting well-being
• Training costs, membership fees and professional association memberships paid
• A flexible working environment with autonomy to take action.

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