Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of standardized and bespoke commercial contracts, as well as other legal documents.
Support contract negotiations across global stakeholders, clients, and partners.
Provide legal guidance on cross-border regulatory issues, with a focus on ESG, sustainability, and environmental markets.
Track and interpret legal developments in priority jurisdictions to support internal decision-making.
Act as a legal advisor across regions and business lines, helping teams navigate commercial, reputational, and operational legal matters.
Collaborate cross-functionally with departments to ensure process, governance, legal and regulatory alignment.
Support governance and legal process improvement projects initiated by the General Counsel.
Support alternative dispute resolution (e.g., mediation, negotiation), including stakeholder communication and settlement discussions.

Law degree and/or license to practice law common law jurisdiction: South Africa India, Singapore, New York or England & Wales in addition to any domestic qualifications.
Can do, “roll up your sleeves” attitude to take on areas outside your comfort zone and deep dive into unfamiliar topics (with senior support and guidance).
Sensitive and proactive handling of stakeholders in the business with responsiveness being a key criteria.
3–5 years of post-qualification legal experience, in a law firm or in-house role supporting cross-border commercial matters.
Strong skills in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements.
Experience advising on commodities, project development or/ and regulatory issues is an advantage.
Ability to manage competing deadlines, work across time zones, and deliver practical, business-oriented legal advice.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative, solutions-driven mindset.
Native level proficiency in English is required.

Flexible working hours
Flexible workplace (home office)
Above-average vacation allowances
Options to buy up to 5 extra days of time off.
Life Insurance Available to all employees across the world.
Access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (TELUS Health).
Competitive Paid Parental leave to support them during this time.
Compassionate Leave to feel fully supported during this time.

Senior Legal Counsel

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