General Counsel

NextStar Energy is a dynamic and forward-thinking energy company dedicated to providing innovative and sustainable solutions to meet the world's growing energy needs. We are committed to promoting clean and renewable energy sources to create a more sustainable future for our planet.

NextStar Energy is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team and provide accurate and timely advice on a variety of legal and compliance topics. This role would also review and write various legal contracts, negotiate, and manage contracts and ensure legal compliance for all areas of the business.

This person will be responsible for:

• Advise and provide timely counsel on a variety of legal and compliance topics, including but not limited to, employment, labour, regulatory matters, litigation, health and safety, environment and business contracts
• Provide legal and compliance training to internal clients and for the organization
• Develop strategies and design, create and establish corporate practices, polices, and procedures
• Review company policies and practices on a regular basis to ensure for compliance
• Provide oversight, direction, and maintenance of various corporate programs
• Conduct risk assessments and general reports for executive management
• Prepare for the possibility of audits and investigations by developing strategies, maintaining records, and designing procedures
• Prepare, review and negotiate company contracts and other legal documents
• Communicate with outside counsel, as needed
• Generate accurate work products as required and on time
• Regular and reliable on-site attendance and interaction with employees and management is required
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• LL.B. or LL.M. Degree and licensed to practice law in the Province of Ontario
• 10+ years of experience as a practising lawyer in a law firm or as in-house counsel
• Experience with and exposure to corporate law, compliance, labour & employment issues, and safety & environmental issues
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of corporate and commercial laws, including corporate secretary and governance practices and requirements
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and oral/written skills
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity and excellent interpersonal skills
• Effectively organize and manage priorities to meet the business objectives

• Business development experience and previous manufacturing experience preferred.

Thank you for your interest in our company and the opportunity to join our team. We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you better!

NextStar Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.