Corporate Counsel – New Gold Inc.

October 14, 2020

Corporate Counsel Lawyer Job in Toronto, Canada  

Our client, New Gold Inc., is a Canadian-focused intermediate gold mining company engaged in the operation, development, and exploration of mineral properties. The Company’s mission is to be a leading intermediate gold producer, driving responsible and profitable mining in a way that creates sustainable enduring value for their shareholders, stakeholders, and the environment. 

New Gold has a portfolio of two core producing assets in Canada, the Rainy River and New Afton Mines. The Company also holds an 8% gold stream on the Artemis Gold Blackwater project located in British Columbia and a 6% equity stake in Artemis. The Company also operates the Cerro San Pedro Mine in Mexico (in reclamation).  

Job Description – Corporate Counsel Lawyer 

Due to ongoing growth, our client is seeking to add a Corporate Counsel to its team in Toronto. The ideal candidate will have four to eight years of strong corporate, commercial, securities and ideally some mining experience at a leading firm and/or company. Reporting to the General Counsel and working closely with Management and various business units, this is a broad legal role for a business savvy lawyer to join a growing and successful company, offering competitive compensation and professional growth.  

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities 

• Assist various business units with a variety of commercial law, corporate governance, securities law, and corporate development and financing matters. 
• Manage legal issues and negotiate commercial agreements with procurement teams at the operations. 
• Assist with negotiating agreements with First Nations. 
• Prepare and review commercial form agreements. 
• Prepare annual information form and assist with preparations for AGM, information circular, and disclosure matters including press releases.  
• Assist in the preparation of corporate governance board materials. 
• Assist in the preparation and review of corporate policies. 
• Assist in M&A transactions and equity and debt financing transactions. 
• Negotiate confidentiality agreements and other agreements as required. 

Education and Professional Skills/Knowledge 

• LL.B. or J.D. degree (or equivalent). 
• Good standing with a Canadian Law Society. 
• 4-8 years of broad corporate commercial experience at a leading firm or company. 
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Eager to grow and learn. 

This is an exclusive search. 

For more information or to apply for this position, contact:    

Jeremiah Hunter, Recruitment Associate    

403.444.1765    

jhunter@thecounselnetwork.com    

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