66 Legal Counsel jobs in Canada

Job Description

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Reporting to the VP Legal & Corporate Affairs, goeasy is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide legal and regulatory advice and guidance to the goeasy team on a variety of matters, including: contract review and contract lifecycle management, contract negotiation and interpretation, and compliance with all applicable laws that impact business operations.

What will you be doing?

• Identifying, addressing, and managing business needs in support of strategic objectives, while providing support and triage of matters to the VP, Legal & Corporate Affairs.
• Leading the legal process and review in contract lifecycle management, and collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the vendor lifecycle - including vendor selection, onboarding, contract review and approval while recommending process enhancements.
• Responding to regulatory inquiries by working with business partners to understand and improve internal processes.
• Leading legal reviews and providing business support in areas such as consumer protection, customer resolutions, and other relevant subject matters.
• Conducting legal research on issues impacting business operations, in collaboration with the Director, Government Relations & Legal.
• Building strong working relationships across all levels of the business to provide legal guidance, influence, and support - becoming a trusted advisor within the organization.
• Keeping the Chief Legal Officer informed of legal issues, risks, and opportunities within your areas of responsibility.
• Advising on complex legal matters and tailoring recommendations to align with business goals and public company requirements.
• Monitoring legislative and regulatory developments, and supporting the VP, Legal & Corporate Affairs and Chief Legal Officer in developing business-focused responses.
• Supporting new and existing service offerings across business lines, including partnership initiatives and strategic proposals.
• Assisting the Chief Legal Officer with corporate governance and policy matters, as needed.
• Leading and supporting legal proceedings involving the company to protect its interests.
• Providing practical, business-oriented legal opinions across a wide range of functional areas.
• Supporting the Legal & Corporate Affairs team in maintaining and administering corporate records and registrations, especially in the context of a public company operating across all provinces.

What experience do you have?

• 2–4 years of relevant legal experience, preferably within a dynamic corporate legal department.
• In-house legal experience supporting financial services and/or public companies is preferred.
• Regulatory experience is considered an asset.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario, with demonstrated expertise in applicable areas of law.
• Proven entrepreneurial mindset, with a track record of challenging the status quo and introducing innovative legal solutions and best practices.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments, partner groups, and member organizations.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• A proactive self-starter with the ability to assess needs, develop strategies, and lead implementation efforts independently.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability, with a team-oriented approach and readiness to pivot as business needs evolve.
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software tools.

We offer a Flexible Work Program that provides you the ability to work three days onsite per week , from our Mississauga office.

Internal Applicants: please apply through the link and provide written endorsement from your current manager.

Note: internally this role is referred to as Director, Underwriting.

Why should you work for goeasy?

In keeping with our mission to create better tomorrows for our employees, each year goeasy commits to continuously enhancing its total rewards. Here are some of the perks we offer…

Financial Benefits:

• Annual bonus that rewards your hard work and dedication (STIP) and Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)
• Employee discounts on furniture, electronics, and appliances.
• MAT & PAT leave top-up.
• Expand your financial knowledge through engaging Financial Literacy Learning opportunities.

Health and Lifestyle:

• Enjoy company-paid volunteer days to give back to the community.
• Access 24/7 healthcare with Virtual Doctor Appointments.
• Benefits Co-pay plan.
• Stay fit and energized with exclusive access to our on-site private gym at our head office.

Employee Perks:

• Fuel your growth with the Tuition Assistance Program.
• Double the impact of your generosity with Company Matched Charitable Donations.
• Internal development training programs and platforms including job-specific training, career coaching, leadership excellence, mentorship, and many others.
• Enjoy a state-of-the-art office space with perks like a games room, a healthy snack program, a fitness studio, free gated parking, and more!

Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity Employment:
At goeasy, we believe that we can only be the best when people are able to bring their best selves to work every day. This means that we are committed to cultivating and preserving a work culture where we celebrate who we are, where everyone feels seen and heard and where every employee can fulfill their potential. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with all legislative requirements throughout Canada. Please let us know if you require an accommodation during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.

Additional Information:
All candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check, credit check, and validation of their work experience to qualify for hire. We thank all interested applicants, however we will only be contacting those for interview who possess the skills and qualifications outlined above.

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Job Description

Job Title: Legal Counsel

Job Level: LEGAL B/C
Date Posted: July 9, 2025
Closing Date: July 21, 2025
Job Type: Full-time Permanent
Category: Internal/External Opportunities

Location: Calgary

We power Alberta. Our transmission lines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you’re on our team, you’re supporting our province’s homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing safe, reliable and cost-effective service. Whether working in the field or in the office, every AltaLinker contributes to keeping the lights on.

Today, the transmission system is more important than ever. As we connect new sources of renewable energy to the grid and support Alberta’s energy transition to net-zero emissions, AltaLink’s transmission system is the backbone of the changing electricity system. With our head office in Calgary, and regional offices in Greater Edmonton, Red Deer and Lethbridge, we have central and southern Alberta covered.

We offer work with meaning, incredible opportunities for development and to contribute to your community. Join our team!

Job Description:

AltaLink’s Law Group is currently looking for a candidate to join their team as Legal Counsel. The successful candidate will have a carriage of files that are straightforward to medium complexity and work with more senior lawyers on complex files. The Legal Counsel position has a key role in providing assistance and advice to AltaLink’s various business units on a range of legal and business matters focused primarily on corporate and commercial matters, with additional exposure to regulatory matters. This position also provides supervision and guidance on legal practice/procedure to legal and other staff as required.

Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Director, Law and Corporate Secretary, the successful candidate will:
• Support related portfolios on corporate governance and compliance matters in the context of applicable legislation, regulation and provincial directives. The candidate will also participate in AltaLink’s financing transactions and public disclosure / securities law matters and contribute to key regulatory matters.
• Provide high-quality and timely legal advice, strategic advice, research, opinions, guidance and service on matters pertaining to corporate governance and compliance matters.
• Support the establishment and maintenance of processes and tools to facilitate retention of knowledge, information and decisions made with respect to legal advice provided, and the consistent application of such advice across the enterprise.
• Contributes to the maintenance, periodic review and enhancement of corporate policies and procedures.
• Draft and review contracts, memoranda of understanding and other legal documents.
• Conduct, and where appropriate, oversee legal research to provide legal advice and opinions on a diverse range of complex legal matters.
• Be accountable for matters within an assigned portfolio of legal work grouped by business unit, program, or project, as assigned by the Director, Law and Corporate Secretary.
• Work with external counsel on corporate governance, compliance and transactional matters and, when drafting documents, research legal matters and provide instructions to external counsel.
• Make presentation on current legal issues to relevant internal AltaLink stakeholder groups.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• A license to practice law in Alberta.
• A university degree (LLB; JD) in law and a current member of Alberta law society.
• 2-5 years of related legal experience.
• Proven ability/experience in the above noted responsibilities.
• Negotiation, interpersonal, and communication (both oral and written) skills to prepare legal documents.
• An understanding of regulatory or energy law would be considered an asset.
• Ability to build relationships across functional groups.
• Demonstrated initiative and confidence.
• Ability to provide practical legal advice and assess risk.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work as a team player.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a time-sensitive environment.
• Proven track record of good attendance and performance.

Notes:

Internal candidates can submit their resume internally via

External candidates can submit their application via Workable externally at AltaLink - Current Openings (workable.com).

AltaLink employees should be aware that we may contact your manager during the selection process. Some positions may require job specific assessments, regular criminal record checks, additional AltaLink training, medical assessments, annual drivers abstract, and drug tests. Please contact the Hiring Manager or Recruiter for further clarification if required.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with AltaLink. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only be contacting candidates being considered for an interview. We sincerely appreciate all interest and invite all candidates to follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and/or X.

In proceeding with your application, you will be required to submit personal information to AltaLink through our applicant tracking service provider and this information will be accessible to AltaLink personnel involved in AltaLink’s hiring processes. AltaLink also relies on third parties to assist in the hiring process and your information may be provided to them for this purpose. In the application process, AltaLink will require you to provide consent to the collection, use, and storage of your personal information for these purposes.

At AltaLink, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable provincial or federal law.

For eligible positions AltaLink offers optional hybrid work that provides flexibility between working from home and the office.

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Spending Accounts
• Competitive Compensation and Bonus Plan
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Group RRSP
• Group Life Insurance
• Hybrid Work Schedule for Eligible Roles
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation, Earned Time off, Birthdays Off Work and 13 Recognized Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Club
• Onsite Parking and Onsite Gym
• Wellness Programs