Corporate Counsel at Doman Building Materials Group Ltd — NeverHard
Corporate Counsel at Doman Building Materials Group Ltd in Vancouver, Greater Vancouver. Skills: Commercial Law, Compliance, Employment law, Governance, Health and Safety Law. Apply on NeverHard.
Company
Doman Building Materials Group Ltd
Location
Vancouver, Greater Vancouver
Type
full_time
Required skills:
Commercial Law
Compliance
Employment law
Governance
Health and Safety Law
Legal
Mergers and Acquisitions
Real Estate Law
Risk Management
Securities Law
Job DescriptionJob Description
Corporate Counsel
Vancouver, BC
On-Site, Full-Time
Reference Number: CAN-BC-NO-119-140726
SUMMARY
Reporting to the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, the Corporate Counsel will support Doman Building Materials Group Ltd. (TSX: DBM) and its Canadian and U.S. operations across a broad range of legal, governance, commercial and compliance matters. The role will work closely with senior management, divisional leaders and external counsel, with a focus on corporate governance, employment law, health and safety, environmental law, real estate matters, resolution of disputes and claims and general legal risk management. The successful candidate will bring sound judgment, practical problem solving skills, strong drafting ability, and a business-minded approach to legal advice.
EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
Securities filings and compliance – public company governance, disclosures, annual reports, proxy materials for shareholder meetings, and quarterly financial filings
Acquisitions – negotiations and documentation, due diligence and closings
Financings – private and public, debt, equity and credit facility matters
Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements for constituent operating divisions and corporate functions, including supply, customer, procurement, services, logistics, confidentiality and technology-related agreements
Identify, research and advise on legal risks and practical mitigation strategies
Advise on employment, labour and workplace matters in coordination with HR and external counsel
Litigation management
Develop and maintain legal templates, policies, processes and other tools to improve consistency and efficiency across the legal function
Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
3 to 7 years of relevant experience in corporate commercial law, securities, M&A or a comparable in-house legal role
Excellent drafting, analytical and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail
Strong understanding of public company legal, governance and disclosure requirements
Business and legal experience in wholesale distribution, building materials, forestry, manufacturing, logistics or multi-site operations will be considered an asset
Experience gained from a broad range of commercial transactions and business contracts.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, practical advice to business teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and exercise sound judgment under time constraints
Self-starter with the ability to work well both independently and as part of a collaborative legal and business team
Practical, business-minded and solutions-oriented approach
EDUCATION
Licensed and in good standing with a provincial law society in Canada
J.D., LL.B. or equivalent law degree from a recognized institution
Benefits
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The typical hiring range for this position is $140,000 - $160,000 annually. The base pay offered is based on geographical location and may vary depending on the applicant’s job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Similar positions located in other geographical locations may not necessarily receive the same salary range. The compensation information is an estimate and provided to meet with applicable provincial Pay Transparency legislation.
As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for:
Annual incentive plan based on company performance.
Group pension plan with employer-matching contributions
Health benefits
Purchase Doman Building Materials Group Ltd. stock at a discounted price
OTHER WORK-RELATED BENEFITS
Retiree Health Benefit Plan
Fitness reimbursement
Commuting expense reimbursement: 100% and 50% parking costs
Education reimbursement
Professional Development reimbursement
Employee Referral bonus
Scholarships for children
Discounts on product purchases
Annual Service Awards
Employment Status:
Full-time, year round
Work Location:
1600-1100 Melville Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 4A6
This posting reflects an existing vacancy within our organization.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.
Doman does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, and select candidates.
Doman welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.