Paralegal & Manager, Compliance

Position Snapshot
Business area: Nestlé Canada
Location: North York ON located at 25 Sheppard Ave W North York ON M2N 6S8;
Hybrid

A little bit about us
While Nestlé is known for KitKat Gerber Nescafe and Maggi our recipe for success comes down to one thing: our people.

We strive to lead a people-focused culture that empowers employees to bring their authentic selves to work each day. There are 3400 members of Nestlé Canada celebrated for taking action using agility courage and trust to find solutions that benefit the business or greater good. Were a team of changemakers who are curious and challenge the status quo that take risks that will help drive us forward.

Our focus is not only on nourishing our customers but also about enriching you. We know that empowerment leads to strong employee engagement a great work culture and motivated employees.

What to Expect:
Are you a versatile legal professional who thrives on variety and takes pride in upholding the highest standards of integrity We are looking for a Paralegal & Manager Compliance to join our Canadian Legal team in an exciting dual role.

As a Paralegal youll provide legal services with a focus on leading Marketing Advertising and Intellectual Property Contests & Promotions and Corporate Maintenance while offering support across a broad range of areas including Privacy Contracts Litigation Competition Employment and more.

As Manager Compliance you will champion strong corporate governance across the business guide teams on compliance matters and help embed a culture of accountability and integrity throughout the organization including serving as a key member of our Market Compliance Committee. If youre a detail-oriented professional who values collaboration continuous learning and making a meaningful impact we would love to hear from you.

Marketing & Intellectual Property Support
Review consumer-facing materials (POS packaging social media TV store designs) for legal and policy compliance
Lead contest and promotion drafting execution and management including Quebec Régie coordination
Develop training on ASC guidelines IP comparative advertising social media and French-language requirements
Oversee e-business activities including Amazon Brand Registry domain names and e-content review
Manage media requests relating to trademark and product use
Ensure legal compliance for internal and external communications including press releases
Managing and working with external counsel as necessary

Contract Development & Support
Draft manage and negotiate marketing and advertising agreements (sponsorship donation influencer sampling)
Serve as key contact for cross-functional agreements such as NDAs supply and research grant agreements
Manage hotel and event participation agreements
Collaborate with the Legal team on licensing event and agency agreements as needed

Compliance
Support compliance initiatives and the development of policies and procedures
Manage the Compliance Training Program and global communications
Own compliance dashboard reporting including incident tracking and training roll-out
Coordinate and manage the Compliance Committee meeting and meeting minutes
Perform ad hoc reviews and fraud investigations as requested by Senior Management
Support compliance activities including CARE audits Speak Up conflict-of-interest evaluations and investigations

Contests and Promotions
Oversee contests and promotions for legal and compliance matters
Take a pragmatic business-friendly approach

General Corporate Support
Oversee corporate governance including minute book maintenance and business name renewals
Partner with Treasury on new banking relationships and prepare corporate resolutions
Coordinate with directors officers and global shareholders
Support audit real estate regulatory and document retention matters

Knowledge & External Spend Management
Design and maintain the Legal groups precedent system in SharePoint
Manage the external spend budget and external counsel relationships
Train and oversee the Administrator on invoice processing and internal cross-charges

Role Requirements
University degree and Paralegal Certification or a Certificate from the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario
Minimum of 5 years of successful experience as a law clerk or paralegal with a solid understanding of a variety of legal concepts practices and procedures
Experience in corporate commercial work and intellectual property matters is an asset
CPG industry experience is considered an asset
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint)
Highly organized and efficient with the ability to multi-task create detailed plans monitor progress follow up and consistently meet deadlines with strong attention to detail
Proactive and forward-thinking able to work independently and anticipate needs

Benefits
Comprehensive total rewards benefits package including Health and Dental benefits that start on day one of employment
Company matched pension plan
Four weeks of Vacation and five personal days (Personal Paid Holidays)
Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
Excellent training and development programs as well as opportunities to grow within the company
Access to Educational Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
Bonus eligibility
Gender affirmation benefits to ensure access to necessary care resources and coverage for gender-affirming procedures
Fertility Services and Surrogacy Medical Coverage to support the pursuit of a path to parenthood regardless of medical conditions gender or sexual orientation
Adoption benefits to remove some of the financial barriers associated with adoption
Up to 50% off Nespresso Coffee Machine Capsules and accessories
Access to the Discount Company store with Nestlé Nespresso and Purina products (Located across various Nestle offices/sites)

Compensation Range: $98614.00 to $125000.00 bonus eligibility

At Nestlé Canada we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation and job posting practices. This position offers a competitive salary within the range specified above aligned with our commitment to equitable pay practices.

What you need to know
We will be considering applicants as they apply so please dont delay in submitting your application. Nestlé Canada is an equal-opportunity employer. The principles of diversity equity inclusion and accessibility are vital to how we operate. We strive to foster a respectful and supportive environment where individuals feel valued and empowered to contribute and succeed.

If you are invited to participate in the recruitment process and require an accommodation please inform Human Resources. Nestlé will work with you to ensure full participation.

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