Senior Counsel Corporate

Permanent Full Time 

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Reporting to the AVP and Senior Counsel, you will be a key member of the corporate legal team providing practical and timely advice and legal support on a wide variety of issues and transactions related to third party supplier arrangements, outsourcing, and technology law.

You will be involved in:

• Drafting and negotiating agreements for the acquisition of a variety of products and services, including consulting agreements, cloud and software service agreements, software development, licensing and maintenance agreements, and telecommunication agreements
• Advising on regulatory matters related to supplier risk management and/or technology law
• Analyzing and interpreting contracts
• Assisting in the resolution of supplier disputes
• Contributing as a member of the legal team bringing your experience and creative legal skills to provide practical solutions to our business

Qualifications and Competencies:

• University Degree, Member of a Provincial Bar in good standing
• 3 - 10 years of work experience in commercial contracts including technology contracts
• Self-motivated with a desire to work both independently and in a cooperative team environment
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and influence
• Highly focused with attention to detail
• Strong drafting, legal and written communication skills with a practical solution-oriented approach and the ability to use clear, plain language
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with experience resolving complex problems
• Superior organizational and time management skills with experience addressing multiple projects at once

We offer a challenging, team-oriented work environment, competitive income and benefits, and opportunities for future professional and personal growth.  For the successful applicant this position is the ideal opportunity to take that next step in building your career.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. 

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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