Legal Counsel

Nova Scotia Barristers' Society; Nova Scotia; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide vital legal advice and support across various departments. This role involves drafting and negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with laws, and managing legal resources. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial and insurance law, along with excellent negotiation skills. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and offers flexible work options, personal growth opportunities, and a supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference and advancing your legal career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Personal and professional growth opportunities

Supportive leadership

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience as a practicing lawyer in Canada.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society in at least one province.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate business contracts with third parties.
• Provide general legal advice in corporate, commercial, and insurance law.

Skills

Commercial Law

Contracts Law

Insurance Law

Drafting Skills

Negotiation Skills

Business Acumen

Bilingualism (English/French)

Education

LL.B or J.D. from an accredited Canadian University

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Artificial Intelligence in Legal Matters

Job description

If you’re looking for a fulfilling career that can make a real difference in your life, and the lives of others, you’ve come to the right place.

As a national health solutions partner, we put people first in everything we do — and that begins with our team of 8,000+ professionals who bring a cross-section of diverse life experiences and career expertise to Medavie. By collaborating and innovating together, our employees are creating industry-leading solutions in insurance, primary care and emergency medical services that impact millions of lives in Canada each year.

Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest — and it’s reflected in our award-winning culture. We celebrate individuality and value the diverse perspectives and skills our employees contribute. We go beyond providing competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth, flexible work options, meaningful experiences, and supportive leadership. Medavie is where employees can be their best selves, feel they belong, and achieve their full potential. Be part of it by applying for a position with us today.

Work Location:
Remote, Hybrid, or On-Site at our Burnside Office.

Role Overview:
As Legal Counsel at Medavie, you will play a crucial role in providing legal advice and support across the organization. Your responsibilities will include advising on legal matters; reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts; supporting corporate initiatives; and managing legal resources. You will work closely with external counsel and various departments to ensure compliance and mitigate legal risks.

Key Responsibilities:
• Review, draft, and negotiate business contracts with third parties.
• Provide general legal advice in corporate, commercial, contract, and insurance law.
• Advise departmental leaders on applicable laws and interpretation of legal documents, ensuring practical legal approaches and risk management.
• Negotiate contracts with clients, vendors, and service providers to support business needs.
• Call upon external counsel and colleagues for support when needed.
• Support the Privacy Office on complex privacy matters.
• Create resources to support the Legal Services team’s library and knowledge base.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of the legal and regulatory environment for Medavie Inc. and its subsidiaries.
• Participate in committees and projects as required.
• Assist in the development of contract policies, procedures, and risk identification.
• Provide input in the development and implementation of legal and compliance policies and procedures.

Qualifications:
• LL.B (Bachelor of Law) or J.D. from an accredited Canadian University, or equivalent qualification.
• Expertise in commercial law, contracts law, and insurance law.
• 2-5 years of experience as a practicing lawyer in a Canadian jurisdiction.
• Experience as in-house counsel in a Canadian organization (unionized or non-unionized).
• Experience in financial services or other highly regulated industries (e.g., insurance, banking, energy) preferred.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society in at least one province in Canada.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Business acumen and understanding of compliance and regulatory adherence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in working with Artificial Intelligence (AI) in legal matters.
• Bilingualism (English/ French) considered an asset.

We believe our employees should reflect the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. To provide the best experience possible, we will support you with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team of your needs. We are committed to making sure recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation are fair and accessible while following all relevant human rights and privacy laws. We appreciate everyone who has shown interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.