Assistant Corporate Secretary and Legal Counsel

4 weeks ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Standards Council of Canada | Conseil canadien des... Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Assistant Corporate Secretary and Legal Counsel to join our team at the Standards Council of Canada | Conseil canadien des normes. As a key member of our Corporate Secretariat and Legal Services team, you will play a critical role in supporting the Vice-President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary in providing legal and governance advisory services to the Council, CEO and Senior Management Team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide legal and governance advisory services to the Council, CEO and Senior Management Team, including research, policy and advisory services on procedural and governance issues.
  • Assist in ensuring that appropriate policies, procedures, systems and practices are in place to achieve an efficient and effective Council and committee structure, including statutory committees.
  • Ensure that corporate records are properly maintained and safeguarded, according to legislated requirements, corporate by-laws and records management standards.
  • Provide legal advice and interpretation in French and English on corporate matters, including corporate law, intellectual property, employment law, employer policies and applicable legislation.
  • Conduct research and provide advice and opinions on legal issues concerning SCC, analyzing and conducting research as it relates to jurisprudence, applicable legislation and Treasury Board policies.
Requirements
  • Law degree from a recognized institution and membership in good standing with a provincial bar.
  • Knowledge of the Standards Council of Canada Act, other applicable laws and regulations.
  • Advanced legal research and drafting skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with all stakeholders, including government/industry officials and international organizations.
  • Language Requirement: Bilingual imperative SISS (Reading/Writing/Understanding/Speaking), which means superior skills in reading, intermediate skills in writing, and superior skills in both understanding and speaking the two official languages.
What We Offer

We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of the Canadian community we serve. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of challenging and rewarding projects, and to contribute to the development of our organization's policies and procedures.

We are committed to creating a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination, and where all employees feel valued and respected. If you are a motivated and experienced professional who is passionate about governance and legal affairs, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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