Company DescriptionInternal Job Title: Legal CounselJob Type: Permanent, Full-TimeLocation: 145 Richmond Road, OttawaWork Model: Office with some hybrid work POSITION SUMMARYAs a Legal Counsel you will act as an in-house generalist supporting CBN’s various business divisions which operate in Canada, the United States, the Caribbean, Central America, Oceania, and Europe. CBN’s current business groups include:Currency and Excise (currency, excise stamps, excise stamps issuing systems)Border Management (passports, visas, border management systems, and cargo screening)Driver’s Licences (driver’s licences, identification cards and motor vehicle systems)Lottery Systems (electronic lotteries, sports betting, Video Lottery Terminals(VLTs), iGaming)Charitable Gaming (electronic bingo, electronic raffle systems, sweepstakes)Research and Development (nano-technology and cancer therapy)You will report to the Vice President Corporate Affairs and will be joining a legal team that is collegial and consists of a close-knit group of 7 lawyers, and 4 legal support staff all based in Ottawa. What We Can Offer YouCompensation: We seek long term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes: An industry leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees, Best-in-class health, medical and life insurance benefits; Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; andVery progressive fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family. Career: As a knowledge-based organization we will provide you with a wealth of learning opportunities and challenging work that will grow your knowledge, skills and abilities. At CBN, we encourage and empower our employees to chart their own career path, putting you in control of your future. Culture: Personal character is the foundation of our culture. CBN’s 7 Core Principles shape and guide our behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN. Equity, diversity and inclusivity are important to us as an organization, and we are committed to fostering and developing a work environment where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. Job DescriptionWhat You Will DoDraft, review and negotiate commercial agreements with both domestic and international customers.Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements with both domestic and international suppliers.Identify legal and business risks associated with transactions and propose mitigation strategies.Support CBN Purchasing and Logistics teams with complex transactions.Assist CBN Business Development teams with request for proposal (RFP) responses.Assist with corporate registration for CBN and its affiliates.Liaise with various internal departments to ensure CBN and its affiliates are compliant with applicable laws/best practices.Assist CBN in maintaining its various registrations including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO-Intergraf 14298, SOC2, ISO 27001, ISO 45001, FSC SECRET Level (II)Assist CBN and its affiliates in the areas of privacy, anti-money laundering, and anti-terrorism financing in the jurisdictions where CBN and its affiliates operate.Provide legal assistance as CBN manages its real estate properties in Canada, the US, Europe and the Caribbean.QualificationsKnowledge and ExperienceA LLB or JDMembership in the Law Society of Ontario (preferred) or other Canadian jurisdiction10-15 years of experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal departmentExperience negotiating and drafting commercial agreements (e.g., non-disclosure agreements, technology licensing agreements, professional services agreements, leases, etc.)Nice to have, but not required:Previous procurement experience (especially in the public sector)Familiarity with Public Services and Procurement Canada’s Contract Security ProgramFamiliarity with privacy law, anti-money laundering law and anti-terrorism financing lawTechnologyProficiency with MS 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, etc.)Proficiency with Adobe ProSkills and CharacteristicsInterpersonal skillsCommunication, teamwork and collaborationPlain language contract drafting skillsNegotiation skills MANDATORY REQUIREMENTSFluency in English (ability to communicate in French/Spanish/Portuguese are assets) SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTSAbility to obtain and maintain Government of Canada Secret (Level II) clearance. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTSPlease submit a cover letter along with your application Additional InformationCBN designs and develops industry leading solutions for the following domains: Border Security, Civil Identity, Driver Identification and Vehicle Information, Currency and Excise Control, and Lottery and Charitable Gaming. To learn more, visit www.cbnco.com.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited is committed to achieving a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population. We encourage applications from women, visible minorities, people with disabilities and Aboriginal people. Canadian Bank Note Company Limited is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodation measures you may require.
