Legal Counsel

3 days ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Federation of Canadian Municipalities Full time
Job Title: Legal Counsel

The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) is seeking a highly skilled Legal Counsel to join its team. As a key member of the organization, you will play a critical role in ensuring the legal and regulatory compliance of FCM's lending and funding activities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage the transactional aspect of GMF lending contracts, including negotiation, structuring, drafting, and amendments.
  • Establish and monitor legal policies and procedures for GMF staff to ensure continuous improvement and compliance with GMF funding agreements and applicable legislation.
  • Identify and engage specialized external legal counsel on complex files and supplement internal capacity when volume is high.
  • Build internal knowledge and capacity of legal policies and practices through regular training sessions with Client Services, Funding and Investment (CSFI) unit staff.
  • Prepare contract templates in English and French for the GMF Lending Unit.
  • Negotiate GMF funding agreements with clients to ensure FCM is placed in a legally desirable position.
  • Advising senior management on external and internal positions, policies, procedures, operations, and transactions related to GMF's lending activities.
Requirements:
  • Baccalaureate of Laws (LL.B.) or equivalent from a recognized and accredited university.
  • 5-8 years of corporate/commercial experience from a major law firm or organization with excellent contract drafting, analytical, writing, and negotiation skills.
  • Experience with commercial loan transactions, including structuring, drafting, and negotiating loan agreements.
What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary range of $106,000 - $144,000 based on qualifications and experience.
  • A flexible work model with the option to work from home and travel nationally 10-15% of the time.
  • A comprehensive benefits package and employee development opportunities.
  • A commitment to fostering an organizational culture that embraces equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

FCM is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all employees. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of Canadians, we encourage you to apply today.

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