Legal Counsel (12 Month Contract)

The Opportunity : At WSP, we are committed to building a sustainable and innovative future. With a presence in over 40 countries, WSP Global is a leading engineering, design, and consulting firm that serves clients across industries such as transportation, buildings, energy, and environmental services. Our team of professionals brings expertise and passion to every project, from iconic infrastructures to environmental solutions.In Canada, WSP is dedicated to supporting the development of communities and industries with world-class projects and collaborative solutions. We are looking for a Legal Counsel (1-year contract) to join our Legal Affairs Department and support our growing Properties and Buildings business line.Why choose WSP?We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belongingOur Flexible Work Policy– we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.#WeAre WSPWhat you can expect to do here : Provide legal support for the negotiation, drafting, and interpretation of contracts within the Properties and Buildings business line.Advise project teams throughout the project lifecycle with timely and practical legal guidance.Offer legal assistance to internal clients and stakeholders on a broad range of issues impacting the business.Attend internal and external meetings with stakeholders and clients.Draft and review legal documents, including WSP’s standard contract templates.Review public and private RFPs, assisting the business line in preparing competitive service offers.Assess the risk profile of business opportunities and present findings to internal risk committees for bid approval.Ensure all business decisions comply with WSP’s internal policies.Collaborate with the Claims & Litigation Team to evaluate and advise on contractual disputes or claims.Support WSP’s compliance with federal and provincial laws and regulations.Provide ongoing legal advice and support for day-to-day business activities.Contribute to any other legal tasks as needed to support the department.What you’ll bring to WSP : Member of the Quebec bar, with 1-5 years of experience.Fully bilingual (French and English, both verbal and written) with the ability to engage with international clients and contribute to national initiatives.Strong communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex legal concepts for upper management and other stakeholders.Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements; experience in construction and engineering is an asset.Solid understanding of business principles and risk management strategies.Industry knowledge is a plus, including familiarity with WSP’s business lines, experience in construction / engineering, joint ventures, public-private partnerships, and large projects (such as design-build, collaborative agreements, and strategic projects).Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.Ability to manage multiple urgent projects simultaneously.Capacity to work within a multidisciplinary team and interact with various stakeholders.Strong autonomy, initiative, and excellent time-management skills.#J-18808-Ljbffr