Conseiller Juridique Principal Ou Conseillère Juridique Principale, Droit Corporatif Et Transactionnel

Desjardins General Insurance

Competitive salary; annual bonus available; define...
Hybrid
8+ years relevant legal experience
6+ years in corporate and transactional law
Mergers and acquisitions expertise
Desjardins General Insurance is seeking a Principal Legal Advisor specializing in Corporate and Transactional Law to support legal compliance and strategic interests within the organization. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in corporate law, particularly in mergers and acquisitions, and must be fluent in French and advanced in English

Job Summary

  • The role involves supporting non-organic growth through participation in acquisition dossiers and acting as a key legal advisor for strategic corporate and transactional matters.
  • Candidates will manage the portfolio of Desjardins Mouvement companies, handling complex tasks such as mergers, reorganizations, inter-company financing, and liquidations.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, an annual bonus, four weeks of flexible vacation from the first year, and a defined benefit pension plan.

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Desjardins General Insurance is seeking a Principal Legal Advisor specializing in Corporate and Transactional Law to support legal compliance and strategic interests within the organization. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in corporate law, particularly in mergers and acquisitions, and must be fluent in French and advanced in English.

Salary

Competitive salary; Annual bonus available; Defined benefit pension plan included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years relevant legal experience
  • 6+ years in corporate and transactional law
  • Mergers and acquisitions expertise
  • Quebec Bar membership required
  • Advanced English proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic thinking and influence
  • Strong interpersonal relationship skills
  • Client-oriented approach
  • Agile learning mindset
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Law
  • Minimum 8 years of relevant experience
  • Member of the Quebec Barreau
  • French language knowledge required
  • Advanced English mastery

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