Associate General Counsel - Saskatoon

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Associate General Counsel

Position Description

About Us

North Star Solutions Inc. has partnered with our client to lead the search efforts for their Associate General Counsel.

First Nations Bank of Canada (FNBC) is a federally chartered bank primarily focused on providing financial services to the Indigenous marketplace in Canada. Over 87% Indigenous owned and controlled, FNBC is a leader in advocating for the growth of the Indigenous economy and the economic well-being of Indigenous people. Headquartered in Saskatoon, SK and named one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers, FNBC takes pride in its workforce of over 65% Indigenous employees working at locations across Canada.

For additional information, see www.fnbc.ca.

About The Role

The Associate General Counsel (AGC) is the top legal advisor for FNBC, reports to the President & CEO, and oversees the Corporate Secretary and Legal Counsel. This role provides strategic legal advice to the President, Senior Management, Board Chair and Board of Governors, ensuring the Bank’s governance, policies, and actions are compliant with applicable legislation and align with best practices in Banking. FNBC is headquartered in Saskatoon, SK; however, this permanent, full-time role can also be performed remotely.

Here's what you will be doing:

Provide strategic and expert legal advice to the President, Senior Leadership Team, and Board of Governors.
Revise, draft, interpret, and negotiate the company’s contracts (customer, supplier, employee) and various contract clauses, as well as other legal documents.
Ensure that the company's everyday activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and company policies.
Assist the Privacy Officer concerning the interpretation and application of federal and provincial legislation relating to the collection, use, disclosure, and retention of personal information.
Provide legal advice and assistance with requests for proposals and bids, including federal, provincial, and local bids.
Manage external counsel and oversee litigation strategy.
Develop and manage governance and administrative policies to ensure compliance and alignment with best practices.
Serve as a trusted advisor on legal matters, conflict resolution, and strategic decisions.
Oversee records management and establish data governance standards.

Qualifications Required

First Year Deliverables:

Key areas in which the successful candidate will be measured include:

Build strong relationships with the Board to foster trust and collaboration.
Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the legal team and its functions to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
Ensure alignment of the legal strategy with the organization’s overall strategic plan.

Skills:

These include:

Post-secondary education in business is preferred
Previous experience working in a financial institution
Four (4) years’ experience working in a lending or lending support role
Strong analytical skills
Proficient in learning new software applications
Able to prioritize daily workload
Confident self-starter able to work independently
Acceptable criminal record and credit checks
A strong team player

Key Qualifications

The ideal candidate will bring the following skills and experiences:

A Law Degree (LLB or JD) from a recognized institution is required.
Licensed to practice law in Canada and in good standing with the applicable Law Society.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive legal experience, with demonstrated expertise in administrative, public or contract law, and governance.
Experience leading, mentoring, or managing legal professionals, including external counsel.
Experience with policy development.

Compensation

A comprehensive total rewards package commensurate with the level of the role, including group benefits, savings plan and opportunities for professional development.

Job Location

This permanent full-time opportunity is based out of our Head Office in Saskatoon, SK, with hybrid or remote work options available

How to Apply

A newly created, pivotal and strategic executive role with one of Saskatchewan's Top Employers. As the Associate General Counsel (AGC) at FNBC, you'll have the chance to shape the legal strategy of a unique financial institution dedicated to serving the Indigenous marketplace. With over 87% Indigenous ownership and a 65% Indigenous workforce, FNBC offers a truly distinctive banking environment where your expertise will directly influence governance, policies, and strategic decisions, making a lasting impact on both the institution and the communities it serves

To explore this opportunity further, please contact:

Maria De Melo, North Star Solutions Inc. Head of Talent Acquisition & Executive Search
Email: maria.demelo@northstarcompliance.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-demelo