Legal Counsel | Conseiller(ère) juridique

Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation in Ottawa offers a hybrid, full-time Legal Counsel role under the Senior Legal Counsel. You will prepare and provide legal advice on contracts, procurement, privacy, and regulatory compliance, while drafting opinions and memoranda for multiple divisions.

The role requires strong research, writing, and communication skills, with English essential and French an asset. Collaboration with external counsel and stakeholders is expected.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to research and draft legal opinions on contracts and regulatory matters.
• Strong analytical and writing skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent English communication; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice across contracts, procurement, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft opinions, reports, and memoranda for CDIC divisions.
• Support regulatory, legislative, and policy initiatives affecting the financial services sector.
• Assist with digitalization and information sharing projects.
• Coordinate with external counsel as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Contract drafting

Regulatory compliance

Policy analysis

Communication skills

Bilingual: English/French

Education

LLB/JD or equivalent

Bar admission in a Canadian province

Experience in corporate/commercial law

Job description

About us

We are a purpose-driven organization, dedicated to serving Canadians and safeguarding their hard-earned money when it matters most. Every day, we honor our promises by working together as one team, with Canadians’ best interests at heart. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive culture, guided by determination, accountability, and a bias for action.

The right challenge is waiting—bring your experience and make a difference. Join our team and see how far your skills can take you.

About the role

Under the direction of a Senior Legal Counsel, the Legal Counsel assists with the preparation and provision of legal advice to the Corporation on matters relating to:

• contracts and procurement;
• access to information and privacy;
• the interpretation of the CDIC Act and its by-laws (including legislative and regulatory policy and drafting) as well as any other laws, government policies or directives affecting CDIC and its Board;
• internal corporate operations;
• the legal content of all corporate communications;
• CDIC’s legislative and regulatory compliance process;
• the resolution of financial institutions and the insurance and risk assessment functions of the Corporation;
• deposit insurance;
• the legislative and policy framework related to Canada’s financial system and financial stability;
• digitalization/innovation within the financial sector;
• agreements and memoranda of understanding related to information sharing; and other matters, as may be required.

They assist with the provision of advice to all divisions of the Corporation and to senior levels of the Corporation, requests the assistance of outside Counsel retained by the Corporation in their areas of responsibility and responds to requests for legal information from third parties.

This role can be performed from our Ottawa office, following a hybrid model approach. This is a full-time permanent opportunity.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES required for this role

The incumbent contributes to the key work of the Corporation, which is to provide deposit insurance and contribute to the stability of the financial system in Canada. Since the work may involve the provision of legal advice and opinions, it has significant potential consequences for the Corporation.

The incumbent conducts independent research, drafts legal documents, memoranda and correspondence, provides legal advice and supports all divisions of the Corporation, including:

• Support and advice on contracting and procurement matters involving CDIC, including drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts and procurement documents; advising on procurement processes, legal risks and contractual obligations; and the application of trade agreements between the Government of Canada and domestic/foreign governments which apply to CDIC.
• Legal research and writing to support and advise on the affairs of CDIC, including the drafting of opinions, reports, and other documentation.
• Support and advice related to regulatory compliance, financing and restructuring, the resolution of financial institutions, deposit insurance, risk assessment, information sharing and memoranda of understanding, corporate communications, compliance management, and other matters as may be required.
• Support and advice in relation to any projects and initiatives of CDIC, such as those involving the digitalization and transformation of financial services, deposit insurance, risk and resolution, and legislative and policy initiatives for the financial services sector.
• Support and advice on the application/administration of the Access to Information Act, the Privacy Act, and related the Treasury Board of Canada (TBS) policies and guidance.
• Support and advice in respect of any other activities of the Corporation requiring assistance from the Legal Services team, including intellectual property matters, corporate communications/public affairs matters, as well as regulatory, legislative and policy issues relating to the interpretation of the CDIC Act and its by-laws.
• Support and advice related to CDIC’s collaboration with internal and external stakeholders related to the financial services sector.
• Contributes to the administration of the Legal Department.

About you

You take pride in the work that you do and are passionate about making a difference and an impact. You face challenges head-on, are an excellent communicator and collaborator, and act with integrity.

SKILLS you bring

The incumbent must be a strong collaborator/team player and ideally possess:

• Strong legal research, analysis, writing and problem-solving skills;
• Strong attention to detail and mature judgment in legal analysis and the provision of advice;
• Excellent organizational and planning skills;
• Ability to provide legal services on a wide range of issues and manage competing priorities within tight timeframes;
• Ability to work autonomously with an appropriate degree of independence;
• Excellent interpersonal and third-party coordination skills, with the ability to work as part of a team;
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English;
• Oral and written communication skills in French are an asset;
• Excellent time management skills and ability to perform effectively in stressful situations;
• Excellent critical thinking skills.

Required EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Member in good standing of a provincial law society or bar with at least 1 year of experience (in private practice, as in-house Counsel or in a legal role with a government entity), working in commercial law and/or corporate law, including knowledge of banking law and/or insolvency (as an asset);
• Minimum of 3 years’ progressive experience in corporate/commercial law and/or litigation gained through private practice, articling, in-house counsel, or a legal role with a government entity, preferably involving contract and procurement law;
• Knowledge and experience in Federal financial services framework and related legislation is an asset;
• Knowledge and experience of privacy and access to information legislation are an asset.

Must have

Language Requirements: English Essential

Security Clearance: Eligibility to obtain a Secret-level security clearance

Closing Date

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to applications received by November 16, 2026. The posting may close earlier or remain open longer, depending on application volume.

AI Use Disclosure
Artificial intelligence and automated screening tools are not utilized in this hiring process.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion and Accommodation Request

CDIC is an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace. We want to give all qualified applicants the chance to shine during the selection process. We believe that everyone should be treated equally and fairly, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. CDIC will strive to provide equal opportunity to all. If you need an accommodation to apply for a position or participate in an interview, please contact us at [e-mail].