Corporate Counsel

Impact Recruitment; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Corporate Counsel in Edmonton to provide legal, regulatory, and governance advice for a purpose-driven organization. The ideal candidate will have a law degree and significant experience, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage risks effectively. This hybrid role allows for independent work while collaborating with top-level executives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in law firm or in-house counsel environment.
• Practical knowledge in pension, tax, employment, and regulatory matters.
• Experience as a strategic advisor is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal, regulatory, and governance advice.
• Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.
• Collaborate with boards and external counsel.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Risk management

Legal principles knowledge

Corporate governance knowledge

Ability to work independently

Education

University degree from an accredited Canadian law school

Job description

The Public Service Pension Plan (Plan) is a defined benefit pension plan established in 1947 for eligible employees of the Government of Alberta, its agencies, boards, and commissions. The Plan has $20 billion in assets, nearly 100,000 members, and 27 participating employers. It is a highly valued, reliable component of compensation, recognizing dedicated public service and contributing to a secure retirement for its members. PSPP Corporation (PSPP) is the Administrator and Trustee of the Plan.

Corporate Counsel

PSPP has partnered with Aplin to find a talented Corporate Counsel to join their management team. This hybrid role is based in Edmonton. As Corporate Counsel, you will serve as a key legal advisor, working closely with the Chief Finance and Risk Officer and Chief Executive Officer, and engaging with Boards, service providers, and external counsel.

Why This Role?

• Broad Scope & Impact – Provide legal, regulatory, and governance advice for a purpose-driven organization.
• Valued Advisor – Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and boards.
• Autonomy & Collaboration – Work independently while collaborating with key stakeholders.
• Opportunity to Shape the Role – As a newly created position, you’ll have the chance to enhance the role’s value and potential.

Success in this position will depend on your ability to build trust within the organization. While experience is valued, the emphasis is on your ability to research, develop, and implement logical and credible solutions to problems.

The Ideal Candidate:

• University degree from an accredited Canadian law school
• 5+ years of experience in a law firm or in-house counsel environment
• Practical knowledge of law and legal principles, particularly in pension, tax, employment, contract, privacy, litigation, and regulatory matters
• Knowledge of principles and practices of corporate and board governance
• Knowledge of insurance and liability concepts
• Strong communication skills – written, verbal, and presentation
• Ability to proactively identify, manage, and mitigate risks and issues
• Experience as a strategic advisor in an organizational environment is desirable

For more information about PSPP, please visit their website at www.pspp.ca.

If you seek a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the secure retirement of Alberta’s public servants, please contact David Chin.

Contact Information:

David Chin

Senior Recruitment Specialist

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, along with its brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding necessary work permits.