Legal Counsel

Job summary

The Legal Counsel will provide strategic legal advice and support across real estate, construction, and hospitality operations. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating commercial leases and contracts, managing litigation, and overseeing corporate governance matters.

Job details

Venor is proud to partner with The Armour Group Limited in the search for a Legal Counsel. About The Armour Group Limited Founded in 1972, The Armour Group Limited is a multi-generational investment and real estate company based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The firm is unique in its integrated approach, overseeing the concept, design, development, construction, and ongoing management of its own real estate assets. Armour Group’s portfolio includes some of Atlantic Canada’s most recognizable properties and businesses, including Muir Hotel, Queen’s Marque District, Delta Hotels by Marriott Dartmouth, Freehand Hospitality, Historic Properties, Westway and Park Place corporate campuses, and Kings Grove. With real estate, construction, and hospitality operations all under one roof, Armour Group’s legal team is engaged across nearly every part of the business, from lease negotiations and development transactions to day-to-day operational matters across its properties and brands. The Opportunity Reporting to the General Counsel, the Legal Counsel will provide strategic support and advice to the company on a wide range of legal matters. This is a broad, fast-paced role that requires engagement with operational teams across the business, from real estate and construction to hospitality and corporate services. This is an opportunity to practice in a collaborative, well-integrated legal team and take on varied, interesting legal work that spans nearly every stage of Armour Group’s business, from commercial leasing and transactions to corporate governance and dispute resolution. What You’ll Be Doing Draft and negotiate commercial leases. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other agreements across the business. Provide guidance and advice on corporate, employment, and regulatory matters. Provide guidance and advice on litigation, legal disputes, due diligence, and insurance claims. Advise on legal and administrative processes and procedures across the organization. Assist operational departments with dispute resolution. Support full-cycle transactions, including corporate, real estate, and commercial financing matters. Oversee corporate matters, including incorporations, annual renewals, and the maintenance of corporate records. Manage litigation and other disputes, including representation in Small Claims Court. Assist with the review, development, and compliance of company policies and procedures. What You’ll Bring 2+ years of experience as a lawyer at a law firm or in an in-house legal department. Qualified to practice law in Nova Scotia or New Brunswick. Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex agreements, applying sound judgment. Prior experience with commercial leases is an asset, though not having experience in this area should not discourage otherwise qualified applicants. A proven track record of problem-solving, informed decision-making, and good judgment. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy. An entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable embracing new challenges and taking initiative. Adaptable, with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong customer focus, with a dedication to teamwork and collaboration. Why Join The Armour Group Limited? Join a family-owned company with more than 50 years of history shaping how people live, work, and gather across Atlantic Canada. Practice law as part of a strong, well-integrated legal team, taking on varied and interesting work. Salary range between $87,000-137,000 based on experience, plus a Group RRSP plan with optional matching. Comprehensive health and dental benefits, along with an Employee Assistance Program. Continuing education support and opportunities for internal career growth. On-site fitness facilities and discounts at select Freehand Hospitality restaurants. A collaborative team culture that values work-life balance and long-term job stability.

What you’ll do

The Legal Counsel will provide strategic legal advice and support across real estate, construction, and hospitality operations. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating commercial leases and contracts, managing litigation, and overseeing corporate governance matters.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 2 years of legal experience and be qualified to practice law in Nova Scotia or New Brunswick. Strong skills in contract negotiation, attention to detail, and an entrepreneurial mindset are required for this role.

Benefits

• Group RRSP plan • Health insurance • Dental benefits • Employee assistance program • Continuing education support • On-site fitness facilities • Discounts at select Freehand Hospitality restaurants

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Commercial leasing
• Contract drafting
• Contract negotiation
• Corporate governance
• Dispute resolution
• Legal research
• Due diligence
• Regulatory compliance
• Employment law
• Litigation management
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Strategic advice
• Communication
• Collaboration

Job areas

• Legal
• Sales
• Construction
• Hospitality
• Management & Leadership