M&A Corporate Counsel

BENEFITSVeolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.  Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement. Position Purpose: The Corporate/M&A Counsel reports directly to the SVP & Associate General Counsel – Corporate/M&A and Canada and requires an attorney with legal knowledge in strategic transactions and corporate functions, as well as a demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and support senior management in achieving business goals.The purpose of this role is to lead the company’s legal practice with respect to mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and strategic investments; to ensure the company’s compliance with its formation documents, including with respect to board of directors functions, shareholder approvals, and related party transactions; to manage the company’s compliance with its debt covenants and other financing obligations.Primary Duties/Responsibilities:Assist the Legal Department’s mergers, acquisitions, and investments practice, including negotiating and drafting (or overseeing the drafting of) term sheets and definitive deal documents.Manage the Company’s diligence and disclosure processes, both with respect to company acquisitions and potential new investments in the company.Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and covenants with respect to the Company’s debt, including advising on disclosures.Ensure compliance with corporate obligations and applicable regulations, such as Board of Directors functions, shareholder approvals and related party transactions.Work cooperatively and productively with the Company’s finance team, business development team, and other company personnel to ensure efficient, effective deal structures and compliant disclosures.Assume a leadership role in communicating and negotiating with external parties (e.g., regulators, external counsel, and public authorities), creating relations of trust.Maintain an investment playbook to guide company personnel and advisors in mergers, acquisitions and strategic investments, and a brief instructional sheet on required board, shareholder, and related party approvals for use by company personnel.Research and evaluate risk factors regarding business decisions and operations.Apply effective risk management techniques and offer proactive advice on possible legal issues.Remain current in evolving legal standards and business structures regarding the foregoing responsibilities.This is a hybrid role.