Legal Counsel - Droit du travail international (Drummondville)

The Company KGHM International Ltd., headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario, is the Canadian subsidiary of KGHM Polska Miedź S.A., one of the world’s largest producers of copper and silver. KGHM International has operations across North America and engages in exploration and development projects to expand its resource base, reinforcing its role as a global leader in mining and metallurgy. With a robust commitment to sustainability and community engagement, KGHM International integrates environmental stewardship with advanced mining technologies and collaborates closely with Indigenous communities through impact and benefit agreements. These partnerships ensure respect for Indigenous rights and cultural heritage while promoting shared economic benefits. Through investments in infrastructure, exploration, and social responsibility programs, KGHM International continues to strengthen its role as a responsible mining leader committed to innovation, efficiency, and long‑term value creation. Our culture is underpinned by our values – zero harm, teamwork, results‑driven, accountability, and courage. These values are deeply rooted convictions which guide our day‑to‑day behaviours and form the organisation's DNA. Our values are a lodestar for all our actions and facilitate the decision‑making process of today and build long‑term strategies for the future. The Prospect The Legal Counsel will specialize in contract management and will support the Legal function by providing day‑to‑day legal assistance across a range of corporate, commercial, and operational matters. The role is well‑suited for a lawyer with approximately two years of post‑call experience who is seeking to build strong in‑house exposure in a agile, multi‑jurisdictional organization. Working with the Legal team, the Legal Counsel will work closely with internal stakeholders to help manage legal risk, support compliance, and enable business operations. This is a newly created role intended to support the continued expansion of our Legal team. The position is initially offered as a one‑year fixed‑term contract and is based at our head office in Vaughan, Ontario. We offer a hybrid work arrangement, providing flexibility to work from home, with an expectation of being in the office 1 day per week, between Monday to Friday. Travel requirements are minimal and expected to be occasional, if any. What You’ll Do Assist with the drafting, review, and negotiation of a variety of commercial agreements, including NDAs, service agreements, supply agreements, and vendor contracts. Support internal stakeholders by providing practical legal guidance on routine corporate and operational matters. Conduct legal research and prepare summaries, presentations, and internal guidance materials on applicable laws, regulations, and legal risks. Assist with corporate governance activities, including maintenance of corporate records and support for board and committee materials. Support compliance initiatives and internal legal processes, including policy development and implementation. Assist in managing litigation, disputes, and regulatory matters, including coordination with external counsel where required. Collaborate with internal teams such as Procurement, Finance, HR, and Operations on legal matters impacting their functions. Support other legal projects and initiatives as assigned. What You’ll Bring Law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) from an accredited institution. Member in good standing with a Canadian provincial law society (Ontario preferred). Approximately 1–3 years of relevant legal experience (in‑house or private practice), with exposure to corporate or commercial law. Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a rapid‑paced environment. Solid interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders. High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail. What we offer We believe that rewarding our employees goes beyond base pay. Our Total Rewards Program is designed to recognize your contributions, support your well‑being, and help you grow professionally and personally. This holistic approach supports your financial security, health, and career aspirations. Compensation for this position is determined by experience and alignment with role requirements and typically ranges from $90,000 to $100,000. Equal Opportunity Employer As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on any protected basis under applicable law. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2ps0jc