What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Legal Counsel, Aviation Training position at CAE Simuflite?
About This Role
CAE, an international aviation high-tech company specializing in training and operational support solutions civil aviation, defense and security.
As a result of CAE's growth, we seek an additional member to join as Corporate Legal Counsel. This role will provide legal counsel to our Business and Commercial aviation training businesses in the United States and Latin America.
This position is based onsite, at CAE's largest civil training center location, DFW Dallas, Texas, USA.
Join us in the world of aviation - If you have proven, diversified legal experience, meet our required qualifications and seek your next career challenge, take the next step with CAE.
This role involves providing a range of corporate and commercial legal services to in-house clients, advising on government and regulatory compliance, and reviewing legal data to recommend appropriate actions.
Main Responsibilities:
Draft, revise, comment on, and negotiate various contracts and documents related to the company's civil activities, including sales contracts, licenses, financing/lease agreements, acquisitions, service contracts, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, bids, and tenders.
Manage claims by and/or against third parties.
Advise internal stakeholders on legal matters.
Provide legal advice on the interpretation of laws and regulations applicable to the company's activities.
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement contracts and internal policies aligned with the company's business needs and growth.
Coordinate files assigned to outside law firms.
Develop tools (including training tools) for the legal department and other CAE departments.
Qualifications:
5-7 years' relevant experience within a mix of corporate or law firm.
Excellent command of English (oral and written); conversational Spanish is an asset.
Bachelor of Laws degree (common law or equivalent experience).
Admission to the Texas State Bar is required; Florida Bar is an asset.
Experience in the aviation industry is an asset.
Strong problem-solving skills, customer focus, and team spirit.
Ability to work under pressure with various clients.
Efficient priority management.
Autonomous with a strong team spirit, love of learning, and knowledge sharing.
Initiative, proactive attitude, and leadership skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
The role requires readiness to travel as necessary.
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Position Type
RegularCAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity EmployerCAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.
If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com.
CAE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.
