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About the Role

The Legal Counsel provides practical legal advice and strategic guidance to support the Company's commercial, operational, and corporate objectives within a highly regulated aviation environment. This role supports strategic initiatives, commercial transactions, procurement activities, and contractual negotiations while managing legal risk and ensuring compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, practical, and business-focused legal advice on corporate, commercial, procurement, regulatory, and operational matters.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of commercial agreements, including procurement contracts, strategic supplier agreements, vendor agreements, technology and software agreements, professional services agreements, aircraft and airport agreements, leases, confidentiality agreements, and other complex commercial transactions.
• Partner with Procurement, Commercial, Finance, Information Technology, Operations, and other business units to support strategic sourcing initiatives, vendor selection processes, contract negotiations, and commercial transactions.
• Advise business leaders on contractual rights, obligations, commercial risks, liability provisions, indemnities, warranties, insurance requirements, service levels, pricing structures, and other key commercial terms.
• Develop, review, and maintain standard contract templates, playbooks, clause libraries, and contracting processes.
• Support corporate governance activities, including the preparation and review of Board materials, resolutions, corporate records, and required regulatory filings.
• Advise on aviation regulatory requirements and applicable legislation, ensuring compliance with Transport Canada and other applicable regulatory authorities.
• Support the development, review, and implementation of corporate policies, procedures, governance frameworks, and internal compliance documentation.
• Identify, assess, and communicate legal and commercial risks associated with business initiatives, contracts, and operational activities, providing recommendations to mitigate risk.
• Support dispute resolution matters, including claims, contract disputes, investigations, demand letters, and litigation, coordinating with external legal counsel.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel in Canada, the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
• Monitor emerging legal, regulatory, and industry developments and provide proactive guidance to business leaders.
• Maintain accurate legal records, contract documentation, and corporate governance files.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Clear criminal record check and satisfactory employment references.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada without restriction.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, procurement, and contract law.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and contract interpretation skills.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles, regulatory compliance frameworks, and enterprise risk management practices.
• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and negotiate competing deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.

Location

• Calgary, AB
• Edmonton, AB
• Vancouver, BC
• Toronto, ON

Work Type

• On-site

Experience Level

• Minimum of five (5) years of post-call legal experience, with a primary focus on corporate, commercial, procurement, and contract law.
• Demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and interpreting complex commercial agreements.
• Experience supporting procurement, strategic sourcing, vendor management, and commercial negotiations.
• Experience providing practical legal advice within a regulated industry; aviation, transportation, or another highly regulated industry is considered a strong asset.
• Proven experience advising senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience supporting corporate governance activities, regulatory compliance, and organizational policy development.
• Experience managing and coordinating external legal counsel across multiple jurisdictions.

Education Level

• Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized Canadian law school or an equivalent accredited institution.
• Member in good standing with a Canadian provincial or territorial Law Society, with the ability to practice law in Canada.

Salary/Compensations

• Comprehensive Salary– A salary that reflects your experience and contributions.

Benefits

• Competitive medical and dental coverage
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee & family assistance program
• Pension plan with employer-matched contributions
• Unlimited Travel Perks – Enjoy free and discounted flights for you and your travel companions.

About the Company

• Flair Airlines is committed to making air travel affordable for everyone and is Canada's most reliable airline, offering real value.
• The company is expanding its network, increasing flight frequencies, and introducing more services.
• Flair prioritizes its teams by cultivating a supportive, collaborative work environment filled with opportunities for growth.
• The company is dedicated to fostering a workplace where leaders thrive, innovation flourishes, and every team member feels valued and empowered.

Equal Opportunity

• Flair is committed to building an inclusive, equal, and accessible workplace that welcomes diverse talent.
• We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
• If you need accommodation during the selection process, just let us know.