Job Level: RE-09 $172,181 to $191,531
Closing Date: 26/06/2026
The Policy, Public and Legal Affairs branch is looking for a General Counsel, Director Legal Affairs for an indeterminate position. The position is classified as an RÉ-09 ($172,181 to $191,531 per annum).
The National Capital Commission (NCC) is the federal Crown corporation dedicated to ensuring that Canada’s Capital is a dynamic and inspiring source of pride for all Canadians and a legacy for generations to come. Building on more than a century of experience, the NCC provides unique value in the Capital Region by fulfilling three specific roles: long-term planner of federal lands, principal steward of nationally significant public places, and creative partner committed to excellence in development and conservation.
Year after year, the NCC has been recognized as one of National Capital Region’s top employers. NCC employees can deploy to departments and separate agencies in accordance with the Public Service Employment Act.
DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Vice-President of Policy, Public and Legal Affairs (PPLA), the General Counsel and Director, Legal Affairs serves as the organization’s most senior legal officer and principal legal adviser to the Board of Directors and senior management, providing authoritative legal advice and strategic guidance on all matters affecting the organization. The position is accountable for safeguarding the organization’s legal interests by ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, regulations and policies, and by promoting sound corporate governance and effective legal risk management.
In addition, the incumbent leads and directs the Legal Services function, ensuring the provision of high-quality, timely and integrated legal services in support of organizational priorities. The role includes managing and developing a team of legal professionals, overseeing the allocation of legal resources, and ensuring consistent, strategic alignment between legal advice and business objectives.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: A University law degree (J.D., LL.B, LL.L).
Member in good standing in the Law Society of one of the provinces or territories of Canada.
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in civil or common law, whether in the public or private sector, preferably in a corporate setting, including experience in:
- Interpreting and applying legislation, providing legal advice, or handling litigation.
- Providing strategic legal advice to senior management.
- coaching and mentoring counsel or other professionals, including assigning work, providing feedback, and supporting professional development.
- Real estate law governing the acquisition, leasing, use and disposition of real property or in construction law, procurement and contract .
KNOWLEDGE
- Broad knowledge of Canadian legal principles procedures and frameworks.
- Broad knowledge of civil law related to property disputes and legal claims as well as employment law.
- Of section 4 of the Department of Justice Act.
- Of the rules, procedures, and practices of the Federal Court, Federal Court of Appeal, provincial superior courts, the Supreme Court of Canada and administrative tribunals.
ABILITIES
- Problem-solving in a fast-paced, complex and high-demanding environment.
- Analyzing and assessing complex and sensitive legal, operational and financial risks.
- Negotiating and communicating effectively and efficiently with various internal and external partners.
COMPETENCIES
- Create vision and strategy.
- Mobilize people.
- Uphold integrity and respect.
- Collaborate with partners and stakeholders.
- Promote innovation and guide change.
- Achieve results.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Possess or eligible to obtain Secret security clearance.
- Linguistic profile: Bilingual CBC.
- The successful candidate may be required to work irregular hours and/or overtime (evenings, weekends and public holidays) on occasion.
- Position is in the National Capital Region. The person selected for this position must reside within a commutable distance from the workplace.
- The National Capital Commission offers a hybrid and flexible work environment.
