Legal Counsel

Posted Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 9:00 AM | Expires Friday, March 6, 2026 at 8:59 AM

At AFSC, we are rooted in people and agriculture, and we believe meaningful work happens when individuals feel valued, supported, and connected to a greater purpose. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and lead what’s next, whether they’re in the field or at a desk. We attract people who care deeply about making an impact on their teams, communities, and the future of agriculture in Alberta, working hard to keep them inspired so they stay.

Posting will close March 5th , 2026.

Location is flexible within Alberta; however, periodically may be asked to work in other AFSC branches. Travel in these circumstances will be reimbursed according to AFSC’s Employee and Board of Directors’ Expense Policy.

The Legal Counsel provides expert legal advice and strategic guidance to AFSC across a broad range of legal, privacy, and access matters. As a trusted advisor, this role ensures risk-informed decision making while protecting AFSC’s legal, regulatory, and reputational interests. This position operates as a general practitioner supporting corporate initiatives, appeals, litigation, compliance, and privacy governance.

You’ll gain exposure to executive decision-making, enterprise-wide risk strategy, and complex legal matters impacting Alberta’s agriculture industry. This role offers opportunities to deepen expertise in administrative law, privacy and access legislation, appeals management, procurement, and corporate governance while collaborating closely with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams.

• Providing practical, risk‑informed legal advice across administrative law, contracts, employment, procurement, lending, security, and legislative compliance.
• Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts, agreements, policies, and legal documents.
• Advising on appeals, representing AFSC in proceedings, and overseeing external legal counsel.
• Supporting privacy and access functions including Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), breach investigations, and information requests.
• Advising on corporate initiatives and ensuring alignment with legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Monitoring legal developments and identifying emerging risks that may impact AFSC.

• LLB or J.D. and eligibility to be an active member of the Law Society of Alberta.
• Minimum two years of experience providing broad‑based legal advice (administrative, contract, employment, privacy, real estate or litigation support preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to provide practical advice that supports strong, risk‑informed business decisions.
• Exceptional analytical, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Professionalism, discretion, and sound independent judgment when handling sensitive information.

• Comprehensive benefits (including health, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage) on your first day of employment.
• Flex credits (choose between Health Spending Account, Wellness Spending Account, or a Registered Retirement Savings Plan).
• Participation in a defined benefit pension plan (PSPP).
• Flexible work arrangements and opportunities for hybrid and remote work.
• Corporate functions.
• Winter Holiday closure.
• Generous vacation and special leave days.
• Health, wellness, culture, and recognition initiatives.

• Information Access and Protection of Privacy (IAPP) Certificate or equivalent is considered an asset.
• Experience with in public sector, regulatory, or administrative environments is an asset.
• Experience with litigation is an asset.
• Experience with privacy law is an asset.

Here you can expect a workplace where people matter; your work has real impact, and you’re supported to grow and succeed. For more than 85 years, we’ve helped strengthen Alberta’s agriculture sector through lending, insurance, and income stabilization programs, and we’re proud to continue that legacy with a team that believes in meaningful, purpose‑driven work.

Working together, we grow and sustain the agriculture industry in Alberta. If you’re looking to grow what matters, your career, your community, and the future of agriculture— we’d be excited to have you join us.