Commercial Contracts Lawyer

3 weeks ago


Calgary, Canada City of Calgary Full time

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
- The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
- The City is looking for a senior lawyer with expertise in finance, commercial and corporate law practice areas. As a Lawyer with The City, you will have a significant degree of responsibility and autonomy within a team-oriented environment. Primary duties include:

- Negotiate and draft commercial contracts in a wide variety of contexts, both with and without internally developed templates.
- Provide legal research advice in the areas of corporate, commercial, and finance law.
- Provide practical and strategic legal and business advice with regard to the above within the context of a municipal corporation, as well as within the context of public law and policy.
- Work collaboratively with other members of Legal Services to ensure a consistent approach to matters.
- Provide responsive and effective client service to members of all Business Units across the Corporation.
- Work with new technology to achieve legal service business process efficiencies.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**
- Juris Doctor (J.D.), Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or equivalent degree from a recognized institution and active membership or eligibility for membership with The Law Society of Alberta.
- At least 5 years of experience in a diverse commercial practice, including extensive experience in negotiating and drafting a wide variety of commercial contracts.
- Preference will be given to applicants with at least 7 years of related experience.
- Experience in IT service agreements, finance or commercial real estate, and municipal law will be considered an asset.
- You are detail oriented and can be tasked with drafting bespoke commercial contracts.
- You are a thoughtful, results-oriented lawyer who has demonstrated the ability to function effectively in technically challenging areas.
- You must bring a strategic approach to the law, along with technical expertise and a commitment to initiating and inspiring creative problem solving.
- You have the ability to contribute to a positive work environment and team atmosphere, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- You have the ability to manage competing interests and tight timelines and work effectively and productively with a variety of people both internal and external to the Corporation.

**Pre-employment Requirements**
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

**Note**:Please note all exempt positions at The City are undergoing a compensation review. This means the union jurisdiction and/or salary range listed here may change. Tell me more.
- Union: Exempt
Business Unit: Law
- Position Type: 2 Permanent
Location: 800 Macleod Trail SE
- Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience
Lawyer 2 $103,249 - 158,137 per annum (typically 5-8 years' experience)
- Lawyer 3 $118,148 - 185,884 per annum (typically 8+ years' experience)
- Days of Work: This position works a 5 day
work week earning 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.

Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
- Audience: Internal/External
- Job ID #: 310816



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