16 Oct
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Teck Resources
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Vancouver
16 Oct
Teck Resources
Vancouver
Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, between the Pacific Ocean and the Coast Mountains, Teck’s Corporate Office sits in one of Canada’s most culturally diverse cities.Surrounded by world-renowned nature and globally inspired cuisine, the office brings together many of Teck’s corporate functions - all working toward Teck’s purpose of providing the essential resources the world relies on.Role OverviewReporting to the Global Corporate Counse l & CPO, the Corporate Counsel will partner and collaborate with Global Corporate Counsel & CPO, Teck’s operations and other departments to provide legal advice and strategic guidance across employment, human rights, privacy and pension, and support compliance with applicable provincial and Federal legislation in Canada. This is a fixed-term position with an anticipated duration of 12-18 months. The candidate is expected to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environm ent, apply a continuous improvement mindset, and exert sound skilled judgment per Teck’s values and priorities, including health and safety, respect and inclusion, cost-efficiency, and excellenceKey ResponsibilitiesBe a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and proceduresPartner and collaborate with Teck’s operations and other departments to provide legal support, guidance and training on employment and human rights matters applicable to Teck’s workforce, including hiring, termination, accommodation scenarios, offer letters, workplace investigations, workplace policies, and employee relationsAdvise on all aspects of Canadian workplace legislation with a particular focus on applicable BC legislationAdvise on all aspects of Canadian privacy law applicable to the company’s Canadian offices and operations and support the handling of data breaches and related investigationsAdvise on all aspects of pension law applicable to the company’s BC-registered pension plans and other retirement plans, including RISP and top-up plans,
and support with the preparation of triennial assessments for the company’s BC-registered pension plansSupport with and advise on employment, pension, and privacy matters related to mergers and acquisitions, divestitures and joint venturesWork collaboratively with all levels of employees including in-house counsel, HR Professionals, and other internal stakeholders, as well as external counselComplete all tasks involving highly confidential matters with professionalism and discretionOther duties, as assignedQualificationsJuris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent legal qualification is requiredMinimum 5 years' experience as a Canadian legal practitioner is requiredMember of the BC Bar or eligible to be called is requiredExperience in BC employment law and human rights matters is requiredExperience in pension and/or privacy law is an assetOutstanding English verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills are requiredStrong technical and drafting skills, solutions-oriented legal analytical skills, and sound judgment with respect to risk are requiredDemonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines with minimal supervisionAbility to communicate with employees at various levels as well as outside parties while maintaining discretion, confidentiality, and professionalismPay Range: CAD $150,000 - $185,000 per yearThe actual amount offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.Why TeckAt Teck, your work matters—to the world, to our communities and to your future.As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.Employment Type: Temporary Full Time | Location: Vancouver | Workplace Type: #LI - Hybrid#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Corporate Counsel (Vancouver)
🏢 Teck Resources
📍 Vancouver