Senior Legal Counsel

Description

• Provide other support to General Counsel and Associate General Counsel as may be required in a dynamic regulatory environment.
• Environment, Health & Safety – including supporting compliance, policy development and overseeing workplace investigations
• In collaboration with the Associate General Counsel, advise and support in other key areas of business operations, which may include:
• Lead and manage direct and indirect reports – mentor legal counsel and legal support staff, efficient delegation and oversight of legal work.
• Commercial Real Estate – including support of buying, selling and leasing strategies and transactions
• Litigation Management – provide guidance on legal and insurance claims; manage external counsel
• Employment – including providing support on employment contracts, investigations and policy development, human rights and labour matters
• Collaborate and partner with key business stakeholders on complex and high value regional and global procurement contracts.
• Collaborate and partner with key business stakeholders on complex transactions and growth opportunities, specifically on complex, high-value customer service and supply contracts in key industries of mining, power systems and construction.
• Privacy and Cyber Security – including collaborating with regional Associate General Counsels and external counsel to ensure compliance with applicable privacy and data security obligations and best practices

Requirements

• Law degree and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta, and eligibility to practice throughout Finning Canada’s territory
• Strong understanding of legislation, case law, and regulatory requirements
• Minimum 10 years of legal experience in a business setting with proven expertise in complex transactions, compliance, and strategic and commercial acumen
• Ability to prioritize and deliver results in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to maintain accurate legal records and uphold ethical standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership, influence, and change management capabilities
• Strong attention to detail and sound judgment in decision-making
• Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Technology – legal support on key digital and information technology opportunities
• Pension & Share Purchase Plans
• Competitive salary plus short-term incentive plan
• Comprehensive benefits starting on day one
• Paid vacation that increases with years of service

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance