Corporate Counsel

Closing Date: June 6, 2025

Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love.

Teck's two regional business units, North America and Latin America, oversee Teck's assets through all phases of safe, sustainable development, operation and closure. The business units are supported by enterprise-wide functions that set strategic direction, establish standards and provide governance, as well as supporting the business through shared services, centres of excellence and business partnering.

Reporting to the Global Corporate Counsel, the Corporate Counsel is responsible for the partnership and collaboration with Corporate Counsel & CPO, Teck’s operations and diverse departments to provide legal advice and strategic guidance across employment, human rights, privacy and pension, and support compliance with applicable provincial and Federal legislation in Canada. This outstanding individual is expected to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, apply a continuous improvement mentality, and exert sound professional judgment per Teck’s values and priorities. This includes health and safety, respect and inclusion, cost-efficiency, and excellence.

Don't miss out on this outstanding opportunity to be part of one of Canada's leading mining companies and join our team!

Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Collaborate with Company operations and departments to provide legal support, mentorship and training on employment and human rights matters applicable to Teck’s workforce. This is not limited to hiring, termination, accommodation scenarios, offer letters, workplace investigations, workplace policies, and employee relations
• Advise on the entirety of Canadian workplace legislation with a particular focus on applicable BC legislation
• Advise on all aspects of Canadian privacy law relevant to the company’s Canadian offices and operations and support the handling of data breaches and related investigations
• Provide mentorship on all components of pension law applicable to the company’s BC-registered pension plans and other retirement plans. This includes RISP and top-up plans, alongside support with the preparation of triennial assessments for the company’s BC-registered pension plans
• Support and advise on employment, pension, and privacy matters related to mergers and acquisitions, divestitures and joint ventures
• Work in collaboration with all levels of employees including in-house counsel, HR Professionals, and other internal partners, as well as external counsel
• Manage all tasks involving highly confidential matters with professionalism and discretion

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent legal qualification is required
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Canadian legal practitioner is required
• Member of the BC Bar or eligible to be called is required
• Experience in BC employment law and human rights matters is required
• Experience in pension and/or privacy law is an asset
• Outstanding English verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills are required
• Strong technical and drafting skills, oriented by solutions with legal analytical skills, and good judgment with respect to risk 
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate with employees at various levels as well as outside parties. Capacity to maintain discretion, confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in doing so

Why Join Us?

At Teck, we offer more than just a job – we provide a pathway to personal and professional enrichment. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn and grow, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic career adventure. 

Teck employees receive access to our total rewards program and comprehensive benefits package that promote physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This includes but is not limited to:  

• Annual Performance Bonus 
• Profit Share Plan 
• Health Spending Account   
• Personal Spending Account 
• Extended Health Care   
• Dental and Vision Care 
• Employer Paid Pension Plan 
• Life Insurance and Disability Coverage  
• Paid Sick Leave, Vacation and Holidays      
• Virtual Telemedicine and additional support for overall well-being 
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)      

Salary Range: $147,000 - $182,000 

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity. 

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