Senior Legal Counsel – Corporate Affairs

Innergex

Senior Counsel supporting governance and corporate law at Innergex Renewable Energy. Advising on compliance, corporate policies, and Board activities in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeLongueuil • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in corporate law, governance, and compliance, with a strong ability to draft and update corporate regulations and policies. Bilingual in French and English, capable of effectively collaborating with diverse stakeholders while maintaining high ethical standards and organizational rigor.

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Bachelor Of LawMember Of The Quebec Bar7 Years Of Legal ExperienceAdvanced Proficiency In Microsoft OfficeBilingualism In French And English

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Hard Skills

Corporate LawGovernanceCompliance InitiativesDrafting Corporate RegulationsLegal AdvicePrivacy LawCode Of Conduct DevelopmentProject ManagementCorporate ReorganizationInvestigations

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention To DetailAbility To Work Under Pressure

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Member Of The Bar Association

Industry Keywords

Corporate GovernancePrivacy ComplianceMultidisciplinary TeamsStakeholder ManagementBest Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare for and participate in meetings of the Board of Directors and its committees, including the preparation of preliminary agendas, executive summaries, supporting documents, and minutes
Follow up on decisions and actions resulting from Board and committee meetings
Provide legal advice and support regarding corporate law, governance, and privacy
Participate in corporate reorganization projects and ensure that relevant information is communicated to the parties involved
Ensure the development, updating, and maintenance of the Code of Conduct and related policies
Cooperate in investigations related to complaints received under the Code of Conduct or other corporate policies
Advise the organization on best practices in governance and monitor new market trends and requirements
Draft and update corporate regulations, policies, guidelines, and procedures
Serve as secretary of the Board at the annual meetings of affiliated companies
Participate in compliance initiatives related to the protection of personal information and the French language

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Law
Member of the Quebec Bar or the bar association of another Canadian province
At least 7 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm, in-house, or in a combination of both settings
Professional Skills:
Excellent ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines
High level of independence and excellent organizational skills
Attention to detail and professional rigor
High integrity and ethical standards
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
Ability to work effectively as part of multidisciplinary teams
Ability to develop and maintain trusting relationships with partners and stakeholders
Ability to think and act both strategically and tactically
Ability to evaluate, prioritize, and successfully bring projects to completion
Technical Skills:
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
Bilingualism (French and English, both spoken and written) is required to facilitate ongoing collaboration with various stakeholders outside Quebec.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and annual bonus;
Three weeks vacation to start and paid vacations during the holiday season;
100% Innergex-funded medical insurance from day one of employment, including primary care services via telemedicine;
Group retirement plans with employer participation;
100% Innergex-funded Wellness account;
Electric vehicle (E-VIP) incentive program;
Hybrid work model;
Career development opportunities;
Offices accessible by public transportation.