Senior Legal Counsel, Transactions

At Alto, we are actively contributing to the transformation of Canada's future with our high-speed train project connecting Quebec City and Toronto. With the support of the Government of Canada, this innovative project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities and stimulate economic growth. Would you like to take on a stimulating, high-impact challenge? We are looking for a Senior Legal Counsel, Transactions. The role The Senior Legal Counsel will serve as a key legal advisor supporting the delivery of Alto's High-Speed Rail project. The role provides expert legal guidance on complex commercial, procurement, project financing, infrastructure and public-private partnership matters, while helping to structure, negotiate and execute critical transactions. The successful candidate will work collaboratively across the organization and with external partners to manage legal risk, enable sound decision-making and support the successful advancement of the project and the Company's long-term objectives. The responsibilities Provide legal advice to the Company in the areas of infrastructure, P3s, public procurement, project financing and mergers and acquisitions with respect to the agreements to be put in place with the private development partner and more broadly in the context of the High-Speed Rail project. Provide legal advice with respect to the Company’s procurement activities, including by drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts for the purchase of goods and services. Oversee the legal aspects of assigned files, actively collaborate with the legal teams of the private development partner and of other counterparties, 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 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 commercial and corporate contracts. 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? Basic paid group insurance for you and your family: medical, dental, life, disability, etc. Access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle. Flex-Alto account of $500 to encourage a healthier approach and a more sustainable mode of transportation. A retirement plan and savings options (RRSP and TFSA). Vacations based on experience, available upon hiring. An incentive compensation program. Flexible hybrid work mode. A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions. A unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Canada. We work to create high-performance, diversified teams At Alto, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Alto offers equal employment opportunities to all and invites qualified individuals, regardless of their identity, origin or situation, to apply. Please let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any adjustments confidential. Please note that we will communicate only with those candidates whose applications are selected for further consideration. To find out more about the entire project, visit Alto - Home.

The Senior Legal Counsel will provide expert legal guidance on complex commercial, procurement, and infrastructure financing matters for the High-Speed Rail project. They will also draft, negotiate, and manage critical contracts while collaborating with internal and external partners to mitigate legal risks.

Candidates must hold a law degree and be a member in good standing of the Quebec or Ontario Bar with at least 10 years of professional experience in major infrastructure projects. Proficiency in P3 and linear projects is considered an asset, along with strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.

• Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Life insurance • Disability insurance • Wellness account • Health account • Flex-Alto account • Retirement plan • RRSP • TFSA • Paid vacation • Incentive compensation program

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• Legal advice
• Commercial law
• Procurement
• Project financing
• Infrastructure projects
• Public-private partnerships
• Contract negotiation
• Risk management
• Mergers and acquisitions
• Legal research
• Drafting contracts
• Stakeholder management
• Corporate law
• Project management
• Strategic planning
• Resourcefulness
• Providing Legal Advice
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Legal Risk
• Research
• Mergers And Acquisitions
• Decision Making
• Economic Growth
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Presentations
• Project Finance
• Purchasing
• Team Oriented

• Legal
• Transportation
• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector
• Legal Counsel
• Lawyer (General)
• Lawyers

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

10+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine