Senior Legal Counsel (WR: 836)

Pekarsky & Co.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join its dynamic in-house legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of legal matters including corporate governance, commercial law, and regulatory compliance within the Canadian energy sector. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in law with a minimum of 6 years of experience, and will be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta. This position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a thriving company while enjoying the collaborative environment of a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of legal experience in commercial and corporate law.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta.

Responsibilities

• Advise on legal matters including corporate governance and procurement.
• Deliver legal support in all jurisdictions where NorthRiver operates.

Skills

Commercial Law

Corporate Governance

Privacy Law

Litigation

Regulatory Compliance

Labour & Employment Law

Indigenous Law

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Law (L.LB) or Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

We’re always on the look out for top talent

We are proud to partner with NorthRiver Midstream (“NorthRiver”) in their search for a Senior Legal Counsel to join their in-house legal team.

About NorthRiver

NorthRiver is a Canadian owned and operated gas gathering and processing business headquartered in Calgary, with operations across British Columbia and Alberta. Founded in 2018, and part of the Brookfield Infrastructure portfolio, NorthRiver connects its customers to major markets, including the U.S. Pacific Northwest, U.S. Midwest, and Western Canada.

The Role

NorthRiver is currently seeking a team-oriented, driven and strategic commercial lawyer to join its team as a Senior Legal Counsel. This position will be part of a high performing team that delivers on all legal matters including commercial, new ventures, corporate governance, corporate finance, privacy, litigation, procurement, labour & employment, regulatory and indigenous. They will advise on matters in all jurisdictions where NorthRiver operates.

• Reports to: Director, Legal and Assistant General Counsel
• Work Arrangement: On-Site at Corporate Office 5 days/week
• Corporate Head Office Location: 888 3 St SW, #1400, Calgary AB

Who we’re looking for

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and skillsets:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (L.LB) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta or another province in Canada.
• Minimum 6+ years of post-call legal experience (2018 call or more senior) in a top-tier law firm or in-house department providing commercial and corporate work within the Canadian energy sector.
• In-depth knowledge of the energy industry.
• In-house experience in the energy industry is an asset.

If you’d like to learn more about this unique in-house opportunity, please reach out to Erin Hoekstra at [e-mail] or submit your resume below to apply.