Impact Benefit Agreement Lawyer

This is a confidential search — the identity of the hiring organization is disclosed to shortlisted candidates. About the Opportunity A practice group working at the intersection of natural resources and Indigenous law is seeking a lawyer to advise on impact benefit agreements and related resource-development negotiations. Key Responsibilities Advise Indigenous communities and/or project proponents on impact benefit agreements Support negotiations between resource companies and Indigenous communities Draft and review IBAs, MOUs, and related commercial agreements Advise on consultation and accommodation obligations Collaborate with environmental, regulatory, and corporate colleagues on resource projects Qualifications Called to the Bar in Ontario or British Columbia, in good standing Experience with impact benefit agreements, natural resources, or Indigenous law Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills Comfortable working with diverse stakeholders, including Indigenous community leadership Willingness to travel as required How to Apply Submit your resume in confidence for consideration. All inquiries and applications are handled discreetly, and your information will not be shared without your consent.

The lawyer will advise Indigenous communities and project proponents on impact benefit agreements and related resource-development negotiations. Responsibilities include drafting commercial agreements, supporting negotiations, and advising on consultation and accommodation obligations.

Candidates must be called to the Bar in Ontario or British Columbia and be in good standing. Experience in impact benefit agreements, natural resources, or Indigenous law is required, along with strong negotiation skills.

• Regulatory ComplianceSouhaitée
• NegotiationSouhaitée
• Relationship BuildingSouhaitée
• Stakeholder ManagementSouhaitée

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• Impact benefit agreements
• Indigenous law
• Natural resources law
• Negotiation
• Relationship-building
• Commercial agreements
• Consultation and accommodation
• Legal drafting
• Regulatory compliance
• Stakeholder management
• Community Leadership
• Natural Resources Law
• Corporate Laws
• Regulatory Compliance
• Microsoft Certified Professional
• Relationship Building
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Stakeholder Management
• Advising

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Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine