Legal Counsel - Corporate @ Inuvialuit Regional Corporati...

Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC)

Location: Calgary, AB (On‑Site)

ABOUT INUVIALUIT REGIONAL CORPORATION (IRC)

IRC was created in 1984 to represent the Inuvialuit and their rights and benefits under one of Canada's oldest comprehensive land claim agreements. With assets over $1 billion, not including vast land holdings, IRC is responsible for corporate investment, land management, and a broad range of social, cultural, and economic programs and services benefiting Inuvialuit. Its subsidiaries have interests in grocery, manufacturing, property management, transportation, and significant dealings in the oil and gas industry.

Since its inception, IRC has experienced considerable growth and its structure and operations have become increasingly complex. Combining local government and service delivery, community development, investment, and operating business divisions, all managed by a single back office, the organization has an array of complexities for the executive staff to navigate. There is an emphasis on fostering understanding, healing, and resilience in a region brimming with unique social challenges and immense potential for transformative change.

JOB SUMMARY

IRC is seeking an ambitious, business‑minded Legal Counsel to join its Corporate Legal team and work directly with the Senior Counsel – Corporate.

This role offers a unique opportunity for an emerging lawyer to develop broad in‑house experience across commercial transactions, construction and infrastructure projects, legal operations, corporate governance, legal technology, and strategic business initiatives. The successful candidate will become a trusted advisor to business leaders across the organization while contributing to initiatives that support IRC’s long‑term growth and operational success.

Beyond traditional legal work, this role provides exposure to legal operations transformation, contract lifecycle management, governance modernization, Indigenous and northern development initiatives, major military and civilian infrastructure projects, and executive‑level decision‑making.

This position is ideal for a lawyer who enjoys solving business problems, improving processes, leveraging technology, influencing outcomes, and building a long‑term in‑house legal career.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor (JD) from a recognized law school
• Member in good standing of a Canadian Law society or eligible for admission to the Law Society of the Northwest Territories
• Approximately 2–3 years of post‑call legal experience
• Experience in corporate, commercial, construction, procurement, governance, or transactional matters
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Experience working directly with business stakeholders and cross‑functional teams
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and commitment to continuous professional development

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Priority consideration is given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA). Please identify in your application if you are a beneficiary of the IFA.

The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

This role can be based in our Inuvik or Calgary office.

An eligibility list may be established for hiring for similar positions based on performance in this competition.

Applicants who do not meet all qualifications are encouraged to apply and may be considered for appointment at a lower level with a development plan.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive Salary: $138,000 – $162,000 base depending on experience and year of call.

Professional Development: We invest in your growth through ongoing training and development opportunities.

Competitive Benefits: Eligible employees receive a competitive benefits package, including extended health care, dental care, life, critical illness, and accident insurance, travel medical insurance, sick leave, and long‑term disability.

Wellness Benefits: Employees have access to an employee and family assistance program.

Retirement Benefits: Eligible employees receive a Defined Contribution Pension Plan where IRC matches contributions of up to 5% of annual salary.

Vacation Benefits: Eligible employees receive 4 weeks of annual vacation time to start.