Finance Lawyer

Job Responsibility: If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life. The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

The City is looking for a senior lawyer with expertise in Finance and Corporate/Commercial law practice areas. As a lawyer with The City, you will have a significant degree of responsibility and autonomy within a team-oriented environment. Primary duties include:

• Provide timely legal services, drafting and advice in the following areas:
  • Financial transactions, banking, borrowing and lending matters.
  • Corporate and commercial law (including issues connected to organizational structure, municipal authority and delegation, corporate governance and subsidiary relationships).
    • Direct investments (typically limited partnership unit subscriptions) and debt capital market issuances; and
    • General contract law.
• Provide legal advice with regard to the above within the context of a municipal corporation, as well as within the context of public law and policy.
• Work collaboratively with other members of Legal Services to ensure a consistent approach to matters.
• Work directly with members of all Business Units across the Corporation.
• Work with new technology to achieve legal service business process efficiencies.

Qualifications

• A Juris Doctor (J.D.), Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or equivalent degree from a recognized institution and active membership or eligibility for membership with The Law Society of Alberta.
• At least 7 years of experience directly related to finance and corporate/commercial law.
• Experience in securities law will be considered an asset.
• You are a thoughtful and results-oriented lawyer who has demonstrated the ability to function effectively in a technically challenging area.
• You are detail oriented and can be tasked with drafting complex agreements, bylaws, policies, delegations and other documents related to the Corporation's finance functions.
• You understand financial, budgetary and accounting concepts and can work effectively with finance and accounting professionals.
• You must bring technical expertise, a practical approach to the law, and a commitment to initiating and inspiring creative and strategic problem solving.
• You have the ability to contribute to a positive work environment and team atmosphere, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• You have the ability to manage competing priorities, tight timelines, and to work effectively and productively with a variety of people, both internal and external to the Corporation.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Workstyle

• This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. Such arrangements are based on the operational requirements of the position and employee suitability and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.

Note: Please note all exempt positions at The City are undergoing a compensation review. This means the union jurisdiction and/or salary range listed here may change. Tell me more. Union: Exempt Business Unit: Law Position Type: 1 Permanent Location: 800 Macleod Trail SE Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience Lawyer 2: $105,380 - 162,090 per annum (typically 5-8 year's experience) Lawyer 3: $121,102 - 190,531 per annum (typically 8+ years' experience) Days of Work: This position works a 5 day work week earning 1 day off in a 3 week cycle. Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week Audience: Internal/External Apply By: June 13, 2025 Job ID #: 312044