Velan is a world leader in the design and manufacture of industrial valves. Founded in Montreal, the company is recognized for the quality of its products, its technical expertise and its human and collaborative corporate culture. Reporting to the Chief Legal, Human Resources and Administrative Officer, the Manager, Legal and Compliance Affairs, will provide support across a broad range of legal, compliance, and governance matters managed by the group of the Chief Legal, Human Resources and Administrative Officer.
This is a hands-on role for a professional who is comfortable working independently on complex files while also contributing as part of a small, high-performing corporate team. Depending on the successful candidate's background and interests, the role will likely include responsibilities in insurance, risk management, and ESG matters.
What we offer In addition to a job that matches your ambitions, including diverse and learning-rich mandates, joining Velan means being part of a passionate team, and benefiting from exceptional working conditions:
Market-competitive salary and bonus
Generous insurance program
Paid holiday leave
Reimbursement of professional order membership fees
Free on-site parking
Fast career path and professional development opportunities Main responsibilities:
Support the legal and compliance functions on a wide range of corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters
Contribute to risk management initiatives, including liaising with insurance brokers and carriers on coverage and claims
Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of compliance programs and policies
Support the company's ESG reporting, disclosure, and governance initiatives
Assist with corporate governance matters
Collaborate with business units and other corporate functions across the organization Requirements:
Minimum 10 years of experience in a legal or compliance department, or similar role, within a large multinational organization
Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters
Experience as a paralegal considered an asset
Familiarity with insurance, risk management, and/or ESG matters considered an asset
Excellent analytical, and communication skills
Self-driven and goal-oriented, with the ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities
Solid interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Bilingualism (English/French) considered an asset
📌 Manager, Legal Compliance Affairs Montreal (Canada)
🏢 Velan
📍 Canada