Commercial Counsel
About the Company
Our Client is a reputable organization operating in the mining industry, with activities spanning exploration, development, operations, and commercialization. They are seeking an entry-level lawyer to join our legal team with a focus on commercial transactions and contracts. This role is well-suited for newly qualified lawyers or candidates with internship or clerkship experience who are eager to build hands-on experience in commercial law. The successful candidate will work closely with internal business teams and more senior legal professionals on a wide range of contracting, transactional, and general commercial matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a range of commercial agreements, including:
- Vendor and supplier agreements
- Services and consulting agreements
- NDAs, purchase orders, and amendments
- Support transactional work related to mining operations, projects, and corporate initiatives
- Conduct legal research on contract, corporate, and regulatory matters relevant to the mining industry
- Help monitor contractual obligations and assist with contract management processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., procurement, operations, finance) to understand business objectives and provide legal support
- Prepare summaries, issue briefs, and internal guidance for business stakeholders
- Support compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
- Perform general in-house legal support as assigned
Qualifications & Experience
- Law degree (JD or equivalent) from an accredited institution
- Recently licensed or in the process of licensing (or eligible for licensing)
- Internship, articling, clerkship, or comparable legal experience is sufficient; prior full-time legal practice is not required
- Demonstrated interest in transactional law, commercial contracts, or in-house legal work
- Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with both legal and non-legal stakeholders
Preferred (but Not Required)
- Exposure to commercial, corporate, or contract law through coursework, internships, or clerkships
- Familiarity with regulated or resource-based industries (e.g., mining, energy, infrastructure)
- In-house, business-facing, or practical legal experience
- Interest in building a long-term career in commercial or transactional law
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