Strategic Legal Director — Compliance, Transactions & Privacy

YVR; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

YVR is seeking a Director of Legal Services & Legal Counsel to lead the Legal Services and Privacy teams, providing business-focused legal guidance across corporate and regulatory matters. The role oversees significant transactions, land development initiatives, financing matters, and regulatory compliance, while managing litigation, claims, and external counsel.

Ideal candidates will have a law degree, BC Bar membership, nine+ years of relevant experience, and a proven ability to align legal

Qualifications

• LL.B. or J.D degree (or equivalent).
• Membership in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia, or eligibility for membership through another Canadian law society.
• At least nine years’ relevant experience at a corporate/commercial law firm or in-house legal department.
• Demonstrated sound, pragmatic judgment with the ability to problem-solve and critically analyse situations.
• Strategic perspective with ability to see the big picture and understand the strategic and business objectives of the organization.
• Positive attitude and the desire to lead a close-knit and supportive team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer service focused with the ability to develop strong relationships with a variety of internal stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage a variety of projects simultaneously and balance conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate legal advice in a clear and practical manner.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative and desire for continuous learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the Legal Services Department and Privacy team, including departmental budgeting and annual planning; participating in Directors Working Group and Investment Board processes; driving the continuous improvement of internal processes; and providing leadership, coaching, and mentorship to direct reports
• Providing support and context to direct reports on their files, including corporate and commercial matters, leasing, land development, construction, procurement, licensing, tax, claims, and privacy
• Providing legal and strategic advice to staff and management across operational and business units on a broad range of matters, including leasing, land development, ground leases, subsidiaries, corporate structuring of major business initiatives, groundside and airside operations, terminal operations, environmental matters, licensing, and Airport South issues
• Supporting strategic engagement with federal, provincial, and municipal government agencies and regulators on legal, policy, and regulatory matters affecting the Airport Authority
• Identifying, assessing, and mitigating legal, regulatory, and business risks arising from operational activities, strategic initiatives, commercial transactions, and emerging issues
• Managing external counsel to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of legal advice

Skills

Strategic perspective

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Leadership

Education

LL.B./J.D.

Job description

YVR is seeking a Director of Legal Services & Legal Counsel to lead the Legal Services and Privacy teams, providing business-focused legal guidance across corporate and regulatory matters. The role oversees significant transactions, land development initiatives, financing matters, and regulatory compliance, while managing litigation, claims, and external counsel.

Ideal candidates will have a law degree, BC Bar membership, nine+ years of relevant experience, and a proven ability to align legal