Permanent
Senior Legal Counsel
Posted on 10 June 26 by Owen Barette
- Montreal, Qc
- $190000 - $200000
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Job Description
Company Culture
Our client, is a well-established and highly regarded firm in the commercial real estate industry, recognized for delivering high-quality, client-focused legal and advisory services. The organization values collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence, fostering a professional environment.
Position Overview
As Senior Legal Counsel, you will play a dual role combining hands-on legal expertise with operational leadership. Reporting to the CEO, you will oversee the Legal Team’s day-to-day activities while personally handling complex commercial real estate files.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft/negotiate CRE documents (leases, LOIs, etc.)
- Advise internal teams and clients
- Track legal/regulatory developments, manage workflow, allocation, priorities
- Lead, mentor, and support legal team
- Drive best practices and performance
- Liaise with clients and external counsel
Desired Candidate
- 8+ years of experience in commercial real estate law
- Experience with commercial lease drafting
- Member in good standing of the Quebec Bar
- Proven experience in leading legal teams
- Collaborative, client-focused, and able to manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
- Bilingual (French & English), with strong written and oral communication skills.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary up to $200K
- Hybrid work model
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- Disability and life insurance
- Group RRSP with employer contribution
- 4 Weeks vacation + PTO
Professional Development
You will work closely with executive leadership while leading a legal team, gaining exposure to high-level legal strategy, operational leadership, and large-scale commercial real estate transactions. This role offers strong career progression into senior leadership within the legal function.
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work model. Based in Montreal