Reporting to the Vice President, Legal & Compliance, the Legal Counsel will provide practical and timely legal support on commercial contracting, corporate matters and day-to-day business advice. This position is ideal for a legally trained skilled who brings strong corporate and commercial experience, and a collaborative mindset. Draft, review, negotiate and advise on a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements, including supply, services, equipment, logistics, offtake, confidentiality and other agreements.
Advise on contract risk allocation and other legal matters to meet business objectives.
Provide clear, business-oriented legal advice to internal clients.
Provide effective support for corporate and commercial transactions, including support with due diligence requests as needed.
Identify legal and commercial risks and recommend practical mitigation options.
Support contract processes, playbooks, templates, and continuous improvement of legal workflows.
Support the Compliance function with company policies, governance requirements, and applicable legal standards, including developing internal policies and training materials to support compliance.
Assist on disputes, claims, or commercial escalations as required.
Contribute to cross-functional projects and special assignments as directed.




Any other projects/duties that may arise from time to time as required by the role and/or at the request of the VP, Legal & Compliance.
Active member in good standing of a law society in Canada with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctorate (JD) from a recognized law school.
Minimum of 4+ years of post-qualification experience in corporate commercial law (law firm and/or in-house).
Experience in procurement, equipment, construction/services and international commercial arrangements is required.
Strong commercial contracts experience, including negotiation and risk analysis.
Familiarity with corporate governance and public company workplace.
Strong proficiency in using computer applications (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite) is required.
Experience in the mining industry is an asset and/or working for a publicly listed, global organization is an asset.
Spanish fluency is an asset.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including superior drafting skills.
Robust legal analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical business advice and recommendations.
Some travel inside and outside of Canada may be required.

Please send your cover letter and resume to ***email_hidden*** and include Legal Counsel in the subject line of your e-mail response.

📌 Legal Counsel - Droit du travail international (Vancouver)
🏢 Capstone Copper
📍 Vancouver