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General Counsel: Canada - Global Market Leaders
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Nils Engelstad leads the legal function at Vale Canada Limited as Chief Legal and Governance Officer, advising the business on legal issues arising from large-scale mining and processing operations. He supports leadership on governance, regulatory compliance and legal risk linked to industrial activity and stakeholder engagement. A key part of his role involves managing disputes and coordinating legal input on operational matters.
Strengths
Nils is an exceptional exceptional GC. He is the perfect combination of strategic thinking, practical thinking, calm judgement in the moment of pressure.