Associate General Counsel

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About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action- and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

How You Will Contribute An opportunity exists for an

Associate General Counsel , overseeing the region of Canada based in the Toronto office. This is a critical role in a fast-paced environment where you will have significant responsibilities and frequent interaction with the firm’s regional leadership. This is a challenging and exciting opportunity to succeed in a varied commercial in-house role with responsibilities across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Relationships

Reporting to Leadership of the firm’s General Counsel Office

Partnering with and supporting regional business leadership

Advising and assisting:

Business Unit Managing Directors and their teams

A&M Human Resources, Finance, and Operations teams

Global Stakeholders

Key Responsibilities

Advise client-facing teams on negotiation of engagement letters and ancillary client related agreements

Advise and consult with management on risk management, conflict of interest and policy issues

Assist with legal matters related to the A&M corporate structure, including transactions to acquire or establish new geographies and business lines

Assist with compliance and regulatory matters

Advise on partner and employment matters

Manage litigation and document requests

Draft and negotiate other commercial contracts, including supplier agreements

Manage the relationship with external legal advisers

Report and escalate key matters to the leadership of the firm’s General Counsel Office

Qualifications/Experience

10+ years of experience as an attorney, with at least 3+ years in-house experience

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school

Fluency in spoken and written business English is essential; multi-lingual (French and English) is desired

Experience with global organizations and cross-border (US/Canada) dealings is desired

US legal background a plus

Required Skills

Sharp business acumen

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work autonomously and as part of a North America legal team

Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills; confident and engaging presenter

Driven by values and integrity, and builds confidence at all levels

Thrive in a fast-paced, challenging and uncertain environment

Ability to apply objective, fact-based problem solving

Flexible in dealing with a wide variety of issues across multiple provinces

High tolerance for ambiguity

Creativity and latitude in approach

Your journey at A&M We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people highlight growth opportunities, our entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

A&M is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process that meets obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and any applicable legislation. If you have accessibility needs during the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at HR@alvarezandmarsal.com.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity and foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.

Equal Opportunity Employer Alvarez & Marsal provides equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms without discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic by law.

Unsolicited Resumes We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless engaged for a specified opening. Submitting resumes does not obligate A&M to pay a fee to the submitting agency.

Job Details

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Legal

Industries: Business Consulting and Services

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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