Legal Counsel

Position Overview

The Legal Counsel is responsible for providing practical, business-focused legal advice to Calian’s business units and corporate services teams. This role supports a wide range of legal needs—including commercial, corporate, regulatory, and operational matters—while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and managing legal risks. Success in this position requires a customer-service mindset, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to work as part of a cohesive team that supports Calian’s business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for legal queries from the assigned business unit.

• Collaborate with business teams to provide clear, actionable legal guidance on issues related to contracts, compliance, M&A, employment, litigation, risk management, international expansion, intellectual property, insurance, and more.

• Support the General Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel with initiatives in corporate governance, securities, finance, commercial matters, privacy, and other strategic areas.

• Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret a wide variety of commercial agreements.

• Provide risk assessments and support the business in identifying and mitigating legal exposure.

• Conduct due diligence and assist in the company’s M&A activities.

• Support the development of litigation strategy and manage various types of claims.

• Research and analyze legal issues affecting the business across multiple jurisdictions.

• Stay current with applicable laws and regulations; develop and support the implementation of best practices, policies, and training.

• Assist in managing and expanding subsidiaries in Canada, the United States, and Europe.

• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• J.D. or LL.B. degree.

• Licensed to practice law and a member in good standing with a provincial Law Society in Canada.

• 2–10 years of post-call experience.

• Strong drafting, reviewing, and negotiation skills; experience in litigation or contracts is an asset.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to collaboration and client service.

• Demonstrated business acumen and the ability to support organizational growth through sound, practical legal advice.

• Ability to identify efficiencies and recommend improvements to support continuous business growth and excellence.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to propose pragmatic, effective solutions to complex issues.

• Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance and keeping Senior Legal Counsel informed.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze legislation, legal decisions, and commercial agreements while considering practical business implications.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple competing priorities.

• Willingness to adapt to emerging legal issues and operational needs.

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with legal and regulatory changes relevant to the business.

• Occasional travel may be required depending on business needs.