Legal Counsel, governance and corporate secretary

at  Saputo Inc

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?
Overview of The Role
Reporting to the Director, Legal Affairs, the incumbent will support the team in place in all matters relating to governance, corporate secretary and securities.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter:

• Support the board of directors of Saputo Inc. and its committees to ensure effective governance, in particular through the preparation of agendas and the management of documents for meetings
• Draft and review public disclosure documents, including the proxy circular, annual information form and sustainability disclosure
• Participate in articulating the governance and disclosure strategy
• Manage all corporate entities and global subsidiaries of Saputo Inc.
• Manage various corporate reorganization projects
• Participate in discussions with various stakeholders, particularly on issues of governance and sustainability
• Participate in the development, improvement, writing and revision of internal policies
• Stay informed of legislative changes and best practices in governance and disclosure and make recommendations, where appropriate
• Provide support in the implementation and administration of long-term incentive plans and employee stock ownership plans

You Are Best Suited for The Role If You Have the Following Qualifications:

• Member of the Quebec Bar
• Between 3 and 5 years of experience in corporate law, governance and securities. We are also open to receiving applications with more than 5 years of experience.
• Mastery of the French language and the English language both orally and in writing
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Rigor, good organizational skills, discretion, initiative, ability to perform during busy periods
• Ease of working in a team

As part of their duties, the incumbent will have to communicate and collaborate in English, both orally and in writing with colleagues or other stakeholders in Quebec as well as in the rest of Canada or in North America.

We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:

• Competitive salaries
• A hybrid work environment with the possibility to work from home 2 days a week
• Advantageous corporate agreements
• Full range of group insurance benefits
• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
• Purchase option of company stocks
• Group RRSP
• Health and wellness program in the workplace
• Assistance program for employees and their families
• Saputo products at a discounted price

Salary Range: $98,400-$129,150

• Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.
This year, Saputo is celebrating 70 years of passion and craftsmanship!
In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
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Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

• Member of the Quebec Bar
• Between 3 and 5 years of experience in corporate law, governance and securities. We are also open to receiving applications with more than 5 years of experience.
• Mastery of the French language and the English language both orally and in writing
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Rigor, good organizational skills, discretion, initiative, ability to perform during busy periods
• Ease of working in a tea