Senior Legal Counsel

Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada

. Participate in the entire transaction process, from development and structuring through negotiation and documentation .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeOttawa • CanadaSenior💰 CA$112,006 - CA$173,235 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal drafting, risk mitigation, and compliance within corporate lending and project finance transactions. Proficient in interpreting relevant legislation and managing external legal counsel while providing strategic legal advice.

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Legal DraftingRisk MitigationCorporate LendingProject FinanceFluency in Both Official Languages

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Hard Skills

Legal Document DraftingContract InterpretationCompliance RequirementsLegal Services PrinciplesTransaction StructuringRisk AssessmentGovernment Security RequirementsNegotiation SkillsDecision-Making AbilitiesCritical Thinking

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationClient Relationship ManagementCollaborationPersuasion

Certifications & Qualifications

Admission to the Bar of a Canadian Province

Industry Keywords

Export Development ActFinancial Administration ActLegal ServicesAsset ManagementLegal Counsel Management

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in the entire transaction process, from development and structuring through negotiation and documentation
Identify underlying issues in matters requiring risk mitigation measures, as well as EDC’s perspective and expertise
Draft legal documents
Participate in asset management matters related to financing products, including waivers, consents, and amendments
Provide legal advice on various matters related to EDC’s activities
Advise on rights and obligations under contracts, the interpretation of documents and internal policies, and authorization and compliance requirements
Interpret the Export Development Act, the Financial Administration Act, and other relevant legislation
Engage and manage external legal counsel in Canada and abroad
Review and annotate documents and recommendations prepared by external legal counsel
Actively support EDC’s activities, as well as sector and legal teams
Advise EDC on its internal activities and transaction-structuring activities in the area of corporate lending, including project finance transactions
Assist and advise other Legal Services teams as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate degree in law or a related discipline
Admission to the bar of a Canadian province and authorization in good standing to practise law as a lawyer in all provinces and territories of Canada
At least 7 years of relevant experience for Legal Services 19, or 10 years for Legal Services 20
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including advanced drafting abilities
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously, as well as a high volume of work and transactions
Working knowledge of legal services principles and practices
Strong creativity and critical-thinking skills to resolve a range of complex issues and propose sophisticated solutions
Proactive legal and risk-mitigation capabilities in a dynamic, commercially oriented environment
Strong insight and decision-making abilities
Collaborative approach and willingness to seek input from colleagues within the Legal Services team and externally
Strong persuasion and negotiation skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and strong client relationship management abilities
Strong planning and project management skills
Fluency in both official languages is considered an asset
Eligibility to work legally in Canada is preferred
Ability to meet government security requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based compensation
Various hybrid work options
Three to four weeks of vacation
Company-wide closure period
Shorter summer Fridays
No-meeting Fridays
Training programs
Workshops
Language training
Diverse and inclusive workplace
Wellness initiatives
Mental health support
Fitness programs
Volunteer activities
Corporate social responsibility programs
Relocation assistance available to eligible candidates