Director, Legal Services

Professional Engineers and Geoscientists Newfoundland and Labrador (PEGNL) is the regulatory organization responsible for licensing and regulating engineers and geoscientists across the province. The organization exists to protect the public by upholding high standards of practice and ethics and is recognized for its collaborative approach and commitment to modern regulatory leadership.With the regulatory landscape becoming increasingly complex. Driven by changing public expectations, new fairness legislation, and expanding demands related to privacy, governance, and compliance, PEGNL is establishing dedicated in-house legal capacity.Meridia Recruitment is proud to partner with PEGNL to recruit its first Director, Legal Services, a senior legal professional who will play a pivotal role in strengthening PEGNL’s regulatory framework and advancing its public-interest mandate.This is an exceptional opportunity to build an in-house legal function within a respected and strategically important regulatory organization. As the Director, Legal Services, you will serve as PEGNL’s senior legal advisor, ensuring regulatory processes, decisions, policies, and communications are fair, defensible, and aligned with best practices. You will provide proactive legal guidance across all areas of the organization and contribute directly to legislative advancement, compliance initiatives, and the integration of a strong legal framework throughout PEGNL’s operations.The ideal candidate is a member in good standing, or eligible for membership, with The Law Society of Newfoundland & Labrador with at least ten years of experience in administrative, regulatory, or legislative law. You possess strong drafting, analytical, and statutory interpretation skills, and experience in professional regulation, enforcement, or self-governance will be considered an asset. Knowledge of privacy, data protection, and employment law is preferred, along with the ability to provide clear, practical advice to non-legal professionals. Success in this role requires a collaborative and adaptable mindset, as well as comfort with building a new function in a dynamic regulatory environment.PEGNL offers a highly supportive and people-focused workplace with a strong commitment to work–life balance, including:A standard 4-day work week (not compressed)A positive, flexible, and collegial cultureLong-tenured staff and a safe, friendly environmentDedicated office space with natural light and free parkingOpportunities for leadership development and national collaboration.To express interest in this opportunity, click on the Apply Now button below. To learn more, contact Natalie Hand, Managing Partner nhand@nhand.ca or Andrew Abbott, Recruitment Specialist at andrewabbott@kbrs.ca.Meridia Recruitment connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates—because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.As part of the recruitment process, Meridia will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact accommodate@kbrs.ca or communicate your needs to our team.To learn more about Meridia Recruitment, our job opportunities, and career advice, we invite you to explore our website: www.meridiarecruitment.ca. For information on opportunities with our parent company, KBRS, visit www.kbrs.ca. #J-18808-Ljbffr