Senior Legal Counsel, Project Finance

Farm Credit Canada; Regina; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is expanding its Project Finance team. We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to structure, negotiate and execute sophisticated project finance transactions that support FCC’s mandate as a Crown corporation.

The role involves advising business and credit teams through the transaction lifecycle, developing precedents and templates, and providing practical legal guidance to partners. A strong background in project or infrastructure financing is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) required.
• Minimum seven years of experience advising on project finance, infrastructure finance, syndicated lending or other complex financing transactions.
• Strong understanding of secured lending, credit structures, project financing transactions and execution.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on project finance, infrastructure finance, acquisition finance and other structured lending transactions.
• Develop, launch and grow FCC’s Project Finance business line; advise on transaction structuring and risk allocation.
• Draft, review and negotiate credit agreements, term sheets and related documents; supervise external counsel.

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 11/15/2026 Worker Type: Permanent Language(s) Required: English Term Duration (in months):

Why FCC?

At FCC, we’re proud to be 100% invested in Canadian agriculture and food. As a federal Crown corporation, we provide financing, knowledge resources and business management software to over 103,000 customers nationwide. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

Competitive total rewards packages: market-aligned and performance-based salary and incentive programs, flexible and comprehensive group benefit and savings plans, and well-being support through benefits and wellness programs

Purpose-driven work: We build strong relationships, share knowledge and support the people who feed the world

Growth: Learning and development opportunities to help you thrive

Hybrid work options ~ How you'll make an impact

FCC is establishing a Project Finance business line to help finance complex projects that strengthen Canadian agriculture and food systems. As Senior Legal Counsel, Project Finance, you’ll play a key role in supporting this strategic growth initiative and shaping how FCC delivers project finance solutions. Working closely with business leaders, credit teams and external partners, you’ll help structure, negotiate and execute sophisticated financing transactions. Your practical legal advice will support innovative financing solutions, manage legal risk and advance FCC’s mandate as a Canadian Crown corporation.

If you’re ready to apply your project finance expertise to meaningful, purpose-driven work, we’d like to hear from you.

What you'll do

Provide legal advice on project finance, infrastructure finance, acquisition finance and other structured lending transactionsSupport the development, launch and ongoing growth of FCC’s Project Finance business lineAdvise business and credit teams throughout the transaction lifecycle, from origination and structuring to closing and portfolio managementDraft, review and negotiate credit agreements, commitment letters, term sheets, security documents, intercreditor agreements, participation and syndication arrangements, confidentiality agreements and other transaction documentsAdvise on transaction structuring, risk allocation and lender protectionsSupport syndicated financings and transactions involving multiple lenders, government agencies, export credit agencies and other financing participantsManage legal due diligence and identify legal risks associated with complex transactionsRetain, instruct and supervise external legal counsel in Canada and other jurisdictions, as requiredDevelop legal precedents, processes, templates and guidance materials to support scalable and efficient delivery of legal servicesProvide training and practical legal guidance to business partners on project finance and related legal mattersCollaborate with senior leaders across FCC to identify opportunities, solve problems and support strategic initiatives

What you'll bring to the team

Required qualifications: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) Minimum seven years of experience advising on project finance, infrastructure finance, syndicated lending or other complex financing transactions Experience drafting and negotiating commercial financing documents and leading discussions with borrowers, counterparties, and external legal counsel Strong understanding of secured lending, credit structures, project financing transactions, security packages and transaction execution, with a practical understanding of how complex transactions are structured and completed Demonstrated ability to identify legal risks, exercise sound judgment, and provide practical, business-oriented legal advice and solutions Strong communication, negotiation, relationship management and collaboration skills with the ability to build trusted partnerships across the organization Proven ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously, prioritize competing demands, and drive matters to completion Self-motivated and adaptable, with experience developing new approaches, processes, precedents, or solutions to support business needs Eligibility and good standing to practise law in Canada Preferred qualifications: Experience acting for lenders, project sponsors, investors or government financial institutions in project finance transactions Experience with energy, infrastructure, transportation, agribusiness, natural resources and/or public-private partnership projects Experience with syndicated lending and multi-party financing structures Experience working within a federally regulated financial institution, Crown corporation or public sector environment Bilingualism (English and French)

You belong here

At FCC, we’re committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace – one that reflects the communities where we live, work and play. Our team is made stronger through diversity, and we’re dedicated to building a workforce that brings together a range of backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. We encourage qualified applicants to apply, including members of these four employment equity groups:

• Indigenous Peoples
• Members of visible minority groups
• Persons with disabilities
• Women

Accessibility and accommodations To support an inclusive and accessible candidate experience, we encourage anyone needing an adjustment or accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process to email us at: [e-mail]. An HR partner will respond and work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation. Information received in relation to accommodation requests will not impact hiring decisions. At FCC, we’re passionate about creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. Our team is made stronger by a range of backgrounds, abilities, strengths, and perspectives – and we’re committed to continuously improving so that we develop a workforce that reflects the communities where we live and work. Accommodations are available on request for individuals with disabilities during each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, kindly send an email to [e-mail]. All information received in relations to accommodation will be kept confidential. We value language diversity, and adhere to Canada’s Official Languages Act.

Bilingualism (English and French) is important and is always considered an asset. Proud to be 100% invested in agriculture and food. Looking for a career with purpose? Bring your skills, enthusiasm and your true self to FCC. Providing financing, software and knowledge to the industry that feeds the world takes the talents of many — and with so many interesting areas to work in, you never know where your career will take you.

Areas we hire for

IT Marketing Lending and Operations HR Finance Governance

What we do

We’ve got you From a flexible work environment, competitive salary and benefits to a culture built on trust, support and growth, FCC offers an exceptional employee experience that brings out your best. What we do FCC is a financially self-sustaining federal Crown corporation with over 100 offices across Canada, and our corporate office in Regina, Saskatchewan. We lend money and provide other services to primary producers, agri-food operations and agribusinesses that provide inputs or add value to agriculture.

Questions?

To learn more about the recruitment process or your application, contact us at [e-mail].