Legal Counsel (Flexible hours)

Role: Legal Counsel (Fractional)

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We currently have a Legal Counsel opportunity available on the platform and are reaching out to fractional lawyers and legal professionals who may be interested.

Our client is seeking a Fractional Legal Counsel to provide practical legal support, managing the full lifecycle of high-volume contribution agreements and related contracts. The role delivers risk-based legal advice that supports program delivery, sound governance, and stewardship of public funds, and advises on governance, confidentiality, intellectual property, and risk matters while partnering with internal teams to improve contracting consistency and efficiency.

Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize contribution agreements and related program/operational contracts from intake through execution.

Drive mark-ups to resolution, recommend practical positions, and balance legal risk with program and business realities.

Prepare and negotiate amending agreements, extensions, and contract changes (scope, term, budget, conditions, etc.) Provide legal support on governance matters (e.g., Senior executive liaison, communications, and reporting : Serve as a key legal point of contact for senior leadership; prepare and present clear, timely updates and recommendations on material legal, governance, and contracting matters.

Corporate records and statutory filings : Maintain and oversee corporate records (e.g., Review/draft NDAs and provisions addressing confidentiality, IP, and data/open-information considerations; ensure appropriate protections are in place in accordance with applicable legislation and organizational policies.

Risk, insurance, and operational legal support : Advise on risk allocation, insurance requirements, and contract provisions in operational arrangements (including leases and related documentation where applicable).

Cross-functional legal advisory : Partner with internal stakeholders to translate program/business requirements into workable legal terms to ensure risks are reasonably addressed and guide teams on contract interpretation and next steps.

External counsel oversight (as needed): Manage targeted outsourcing, review external counsel deliverables, and ensure advice aligns with organizational risk tolerance and operational needs.

Regulatory, legislative, and policy advisory : Monitor and advise on applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, and internal policies affecting agreements, governance, privacy, and program delivery.

Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized Canadian law school, or an equivalent credential recognized by the National Committee on Accreditation (NCA).

• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta, or eligible for immediate admission and able to obtain membership within a defined period of hire.
• 5+ years relevant experience gained in private practice, government, in-house, or non-profit environments, with demonstrated exposure to regulatory, commercial, or public-interest matters.
• Demonstrated experience drafting, revising, and negotiating contracts with significant redline volume.
• Clear, business-friendly communication style - able to explain risk and options to non-legal stakeholders.
• Comfortable working as a sole or primary legal resource on assigned matters, including determining when external legal advice is required and overseeing external counsel as needed.