When you join the Alberta Teachers’ Retirement Fund (ATRF), you become a part of a high-performing and collaborative team. We are united in our mission to support and secure the pensions of Alberta’s teachers through diligent stewardship and are committed to our purpose-driven work. Committed to excellence, we are guided by our values in everything we do.
ATRF has an opportunity for a motivated individual with a strong foundation as a legal professional who is ready to take the next step in their career as Legal Counsel & Assistant Corporate Secretary. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow your legal expertise and contribute to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those who educate our next generation.
Reporting to the General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, this position plays a crucial role in delivering timely and strategic legal guidance that helps safeguard ATRF’s interests, reducing risk, strengthening governance, and contributing to the organization’s long-term resilience. The Legal Counsel & Assistant Corporate Secretary provides legal support with a focus on contract negotiation and drafting, governance, legal research, policy development, and supporting legislative requirements. This position also supports Board governance by preparing and maintaining governance-related materials including agendas, minutes, terms of reference, policies, and procedural documents to ensure they meet fiduciary, regulatory, and best-practice standards.
The ideal candidate is a legal professional with a solid foundation of knowledge and experience with a desire to continue learning. Success in this role requires excellent communication skills along with the ability to effectively build relationships. A proactive mindset and keen attention to detail will help the successful candidate thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITIES

· LL.B. or J.D. from a recognized Canadian law school
· License in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta
· Three to five years of applicable legal experience
· Experience working in pension fund administration or financial services would be a considerable asset
· Strong legal research, analytical skills, and statutory interpretation skills
· Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
· Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across all departments within the organization
· Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively prioritizing tasks along with a strong sense of initiative and proactive problem-solving
· Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with a decisive and results-oriented approach

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