Create value at TC Transcontinental. At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team. We have been driving innovation since 1976. Founded 50 years ago and 4,000 employees strong, Transcontinental Inc. (TSX: TCL.A TCL.B), known under the TC Transcontinental brand, is a Canadian retail marketing services company, Canada's largest printer, and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing.

Driven by the vision of a more informed, educated and prosperous society, TC Transcontinental propels its clients' success across the retail, education, book and information industries.

With agility, creativity and boldness, we design and deliver innovative, high-value products and services.

Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel and Assistant Secretary of the Corporation, the Legal Counsel will play a strategic role within the legal department. The position is located at Place Ville Marie and requires four days per week in the office, with the option to work remotely one day per week.

The selected candidate will work closely with the Corporation’s operational teams, namely on commercial matters, employment-related issues, mergers and acquisitions transactions, and dispute resolution.

Responsibilities When your actions lead to success: Commercial Law

• Drafting and negotiating various commercial agreements (confidentiality, services, procurement, licensing, leases).
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Drafting letters of intent, purchase/sale agreements, and other transactional documents.
• Conducting due diligence in collaboration with internal teams.
• Providing legal support throughout the transaction process, from initial assessment to closing.

Litigation and Dispute Management

• Supporting operational teams in managing disputes prior to formal proceedings.
• Drafting demand letters and settlement agreements.
• Supporting Human Resources in employment termination matters and internal conflict management.

Employment Law

• Drafting and reviewing employment letters and contractual clauses (non competition, non solicitation).
• Responding to occasional labour law questions.

Qualifications When your expertise drives us:

• Member of the Quebec Bar.
• Between 3 and 5 years of experience, primarily gained in a law firm, with exposure to commercial transactions.
• Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple files simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and legal simplification skills, supporting exchanges with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of privacy and intellectual property considered an asset.
• Pragmatic approach, focused on efficiently resolving legal issues.
• Demonstrates professional rigor and attention to detail in analysis and drafting.
• Bilingualism required (French and English), both spoken and written.

When Benefits Really Help You Live Better We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

EEO TC Transcontinental is committed to fair, transparent, and equitable hiring practices. We disclose that no artificial intelligence (AI) tools or automated decision-making systems are used in our recruitment or selection process.

TC Transcontinental is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate.

We are also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environment—promoting dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity for all, including persons with disabilities. Accommodations, including alternative formats, will be made available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact talent@tc.tc.

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