Valcourt, Quebec, Canada
17 days ago
Commercial Legal Counsel

As a member of the legal commercial team, your main responsibilities will include advising a multitude of teams and participating as a legal expert in the development of new projects for Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) and its affiliates, primarily in North America.

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To achieve this, you'll focus on business issues, particularly in drafting, negotiating, and implementing various contractual structures. You'll support the advertising content creation and distribution teams, the teams working with marketing agencies and brand ambassadors, the sales and customer service units, as well as the teams involved in developing and managing distribution networks.

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You'll work closely with colleagues in Legal Services and internal business teams comprised of professionals from Procurement, Data Privacy and Security, Insurance, Tax, Public Affairs, Compliance and Patents, Product Safety and Communications. You will participate in protecting BRP's interests in the best possible way, while minimizing the financial and legal risks associated with business decisions and strategies.

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YOU’LL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

\n\nMerge your legal instincts with your business acumen to become a key partner in the company's success.\nContribute to advertising and marketing content and strategies for all BRP brands around the world. \nStructure, draft, review, analyze, negotiate and interpret contracts essential to the company's business, including service purchase agreements and business support and development contracts.\nIdentify problems, assess risks and make recommendations to solve or prevent them by providing proactive advice, developing negotiation strategies and creating innovative solutions.\nUnderstand and stay informed about industry trends and the company's legal and regulatory landscape, as BRP is constantly evolving.\nPromote compliance with company guidelines and policies, and contribute to training for BRP's internal business partners.\n\n

YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

\n\n1 to 5 years of experience as a lawyer within a company or in the commercial practice of a law firm.\nA bachelor’s degree in law (LL. B or J.D.) and membership with good standing in a relevant law society.\nExperience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts such as master service agreements, supplier agreements, software usage and development agreements, IT services, professional and consulting services, SaaS, etc.\nGreat intellectual curiosity and social intelligence.\nThe ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and competing priorities under tight deadlines and changing circumstances.\nA talent for converting complex legal concepts into practical, actionable advice.\nPerfect fluency in French and English, both spoken and written. Please note that, due to the nature of the work, you will very frequently have to work with teams or suppliers located outside Quebec.\nThe ability to travel periodically between BRP's Quebec offices (Valcourt, Montreal, Sherbrooke).\n\n

ASSETS:

\n\nExpertise in:\n\nInformation Technology\nConsumer Protection\nPersonal Data Management (GDPR, Law 25, CCPA)\nCommercial Disputes\nE-commerce\nCompetition Law\nIntellectual Property\nQuestions about customs, import/export and international sanctions\nContracts with government authorities and public contracts\nFranchise and Concession Law\n\n\nProficiency in languages other than French and English.\n\n

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ACKNOWLEDGING THE POWER OF DIVERSITY

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BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead!

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For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning. 

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AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN.

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Let’s start with a strong foundation — You want it, we have it:

\n\nAnnual bonus based on the company’s financial results\nGenerous paid time away\nPension plan\nCollective saving opportunities\nIndustry leading healthcare fully paid by BRP\n\n

What about some feel good perks:

\n\nFlexible work schedule\nA summer schedule that varies by department and location\nHoliday season shutdown\nEducational resources\nDiscount on BRP products\n\n

WELCOME TO BRP

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We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 20,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination; It’s about the journey. 

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