At VIA HFR, we don't just build railroads; we shape the future of passenger transportation. We are committed to innovation, passenger safety and sustainable development. We're revolutionizing the rail industry in Canada.
Are you ready to take on an exciting challenge? Look no further: VIA HFR is looking for a Senior Legal Advisor.
The role
In this newly created position, you will support the Legal Affairs and Corporate Secretary Vice-Presidency in achieving its corporate mission.
The responsibilities
- Provide legal advice to the Company's senior management in the areas of infrastructure, P3s, project financing and mergers and acquisitions with respect to the agreements to be put in place with the private development partner.
- Oversee the legal aspects of assigned files, including those managed by the Vice-President, Commercial Projects, and to this end actively collaborate with the legal advisors of the private development partner and those of Justice Canada, and supervise the quality and costs of legal services rendered by the law firms retained by the Company.
- Draft, revise and negotiate various types of documents, including contracts, analyses, presentations, etc.
- Advise colleagues in other vice-presidencies on the legal risks of the project and the Company's obligations and propose solutions to mitigate them.
- Conduct research on specific legal issues.
The requirements
- Law degree and member in good standing of the Quebec or Ontario Bar.
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience in a similar role with a significant commercial and corporate component in major infrastructure projects. Experience in P3 and linear projects is an asset.
- Exceptional rigor.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Experience in negotiating and drafting corporate contracts, with particular emphasis on mergers and acquisitions.
- Able to work in a team-oriented environment and interact effectively with others.
- Dynamic, resourceful, results oriented.
- Perseverant, flexible and efficient.
- Bilingualism in French and English, both spoken and written, is an important asset in this role.
Why join our innovative team?
- Group insurance that is fully paid for you and your family, including medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
- A pension plan and saving options (RRSP and TFSA)
- Flexible benefits: access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle
- Vacation based on experience, available as soon as you're hired
- Incentive bonus program
- Work in flexible hybrid mode
- A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation and forward-thinking solutions
- A unique opportunity to craft the future of transportation in Canada
We strive to create strong and diverse teams
At VIA HFR, we believe in the strength of diverse teams. We aspire to offer an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. We therefore invite all qualified individuals, regardless of their identity or differences, to apply. You can learn more about the whole project on our VIA HFR webpage.
Please let us know if you require any accommodation during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any accommodation confidential.
Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.