Assistant General CounselWe are looking for a self‑starter to join our team as Assistant General Counsel. In this role, you will lead contract negotiations and provide legal advice on a variety of matters.Key ResponsibilitiesLead client‑facing contract negotiations, including Master Lease Agreements, Master Services Agreements, confidentiality agreements, amendments, and ancillary client documents.Collaborate closely with sales, finance, and risk teams to support business development and ongoing client relationships.Assist cross‑board legal teams on cross‑border transactions, including master lease and master services agreements, syndication and securitization transactions.Support legal and business inquiries related to contract terms, client disputes, and compliance.Draft and negotiate vendor and sourcing agreements for operations and service partners.Advise procurement and business stakeholders on legal terms, compliance risks, and negotiation strategy.Ensure contracts align with company policies, data security standards, and regulatory requirements.Develop and improve internal legal processes.Regularly review and analyze statutes and federal regulations relevant to the vehicle management and leasing business.Provide ongoing training on pertinent legal and regulatory issues.Basic QualificationsJD from an accredited law school in the United States, or LLB/JD from an accredited Canadian or Irish law school.Admission to the bar in one or more U.S., Canadian, or Irish jurisdictions.5+ years’ experience negotiating and drafting commercial contracts.Ability to manage multiple projects independently and interface with all organizational levels,



including executive leadership.Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.Solid transactional corporate or financial experience in a top law firm.Preferred QualificationsExperience with a wide range of commercial, corporate, and finance agreements.Experience negotiating data protection agreements and familiarity with data privacy and security issues.Familiarity with leveraging AI in day‑to‑day responsibilities.General business knowledge, particularly in commercial, corporate, and/or finance areas.Familiarity with equipment leasing and/or commercial loan documentation and structures.Experience in contract compliance management and contract administration processes and systems.Location & CompensationToronto, Ontario. The salary range for this position is $162,700 to $223,700 annually, depending on knowledge, skills, experience, equity, and market data.BenefitsA culture of innovation, empowerment, decision‑making, and accountability. Comprehensive health and welfare benefits. Additional benefits and amenities, including paid time‑off programs for qualified roles.Applicants will be required to undergo a background check only if and after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementElement Fleet Management is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military obligations, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and local laws. Disability‑related accommodations are available during the application and interview process upon request.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Assistant General Counsel - C$162,700 - C$223,700 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Element Fleet Management
📍 Winnipeg