Legal Counsel

Position Overview

The Legal Counsel is responsible for providing practical business-focused legal advice to Calians business units and corporate services teams. This role supports a wide range of legal needsincluding commercial corporate regulatory and operational matterswhile ensuring compliance with applicable laws and managing legal risks. Success in this position requires a customer-service mindset strong collaboration skills and the ability to work as part of a cohesive team that supports Calians business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for legal queries from the assigned business unit.

• Collaborate with business teams to provide clear actionable legal guidance on issues related to contracts compliance M&A employment litigation risk management international expansion intellectual property insurance and more.

• Support the General Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel with initiatives in corporate governance securities finance commercial matters privacy and other strategic areas.

• Draft review negotiate and interpret a wide variety of commercial agreements.

• Provide risk assessments and support the business in identifying and mitigating legal exposure.

• Conduct due diligence and assist in the companys M&A activities.

• Support the development of litigation strategy and manage various types of claims.

• Research and analyze legal issues affecting the business across multiple jurisdictions.

• Stay current with applicable laws and regulations; develop and support the implementation of best practices policies and training.

• Assist in managing and expanding subsidiaries in Canada the United States and Europe.

• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• J.D. or LL.B. degree.

• Licensed to practice law and a member in good standing with a provincial Law Society in Canada.

• 210 years of post-call experience.

• Strong drafting reviewing and negotiation skills; experience in litigation or contracts is an asset.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to collaboration and client service.

• Demonstrated business acumen and the ability to support organizational growth through sound practical legal advice.

• Ability to identify efficiencies and recommend improvements to support continuous business growth and excellence.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to propose pragmatic effective solutions to complex issues.

• Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance and keeping Senior Legal Counsel informed.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze legislation legal decisions and commercial agreements while considering practical business implications.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced evolving environment with multiple competing priorities.

• Willingness to adapt to emerging legal issues and operational needs.

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with legal and regulatory changes relevant to the business.

• Occasional travel may be required depending on business needs.

Job Title: Legal Counsel

Requisition Number: 2117

Date: November 18 2025

Location 1: Ottawa ON

Remote: Yes

Business Unit: Corporate

Department: Finance & Administration

Job Type: Full-time

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