Fractional General Counsel/Senior Legal Advisor
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From our humble beginning, Bloomex grew to become an international business with 40 locations in Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Our main line of business is e-commerce and omni-channel retail in gifting and specialty retail.
All our companies are private under one family ownership.
We are looking for a business-minded senior legal professional to help us manage our legal needs efficiently. The current workload is estimated at 1-2 full days per week. The position is based in our Ottawa office (Hawthorne and Walkley area). Remote or hybrid options are not available.
Responsibilities:
- Navigate and manage current and future lawsuits
- Reevaluate, reintroduce, and manage proper contract structures for purchasing, employment, and production fulfillment
- Manage legal aspects of all M&A activities
- Participate in M&A and business development
- Support and oversee compliance in regulated company sectors
- Provide strategic legal advice to company ownership and senior management
Requirements:
- Practical legal experience in one of the countries where we operate
- QC or ON legal license
- Business-focused thinking and approach
- Experience in business, employment, and contract law
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to express thoughts clearly and concisely
- Extensive professional network connections
- Experience as a general counsel is an asset but not required
The position requires in-person presence at our Ottawa office. Relocation is possible.
Seniority Level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
- Part-time
Job Functions
- General Business, Consulting, Human Resources
Industries
- Retail Florists, Retail, Manufacturing
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