General Counsel Greater Whitehorse, Canada Area

The Company is seeking a General Counsel to serve as its primary legal advisor. The successful candidate will work closely with executive leadership and the Board of Directors on a wide range of legal, regulatory, governance, and commercial matters. This senior in-house role requires a lawyer with a strong background in utility regulation, Indigenous and environmental law, or corporate and commercial practice. Responsibilities include providing strategic legal advice, supporting regulatory proceedings, advising on Indigenous relations and environmental assessments, and managing a variety of complex legal documents and agreements. The General Counsel will also be instrumental in building the company's internal legal capabilities and will have a lasting impact on decisions that affect the territory. Applicants for the General Counsel position at the company should have a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a recognized university, and a minimum of 10 years' of legal experience. The role demands a professional with a proven track record of advising senior executives, Boards of Directors, and government organizations, and who possesses strong legal research, analysis, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Experience in the utility, energy, infrastructure, mining, telecommunications, transportation, or public sectors is an asset, as is knowledge of the local legislation and regulatory frameworks. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the modern treaty framework and experience in supporting major capital projects and public sector governance. The company values diversity and is particularly interested in candidates with a connection to the local Indigenous communities.

Hiring Company

Yukon Energy Corporation