SaskPower
Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
THE ORGANIZATION
SaskPower is a commercial crown corporation established by the Government of Saskatchewan in 1929. SaskPower is governed by The Power Corporation Act and is subject to the provisions of The Crown Corporations Act , 1993 which gives the Crown Investments Corporation (CIC) of Saskatchewan, the holding company for Saskatchewan’s commercial Crown corporations, broad authority to set the direction of SaskPower. At SaskPower accountability is a principal component of its corporate values and is essential in its relationship with its customers, stakeholders and shareholder.
As the provinces leading energy provider, SaskPower is committed to supporting economic growth and an enhanced quality of life for all citizens. SaskPower’s team is comprised of approximately 3,150 permanent full-time employees who manage over $10 billion in power generation, transmission, distribution and other assets. At the end of the most recent fiscal year, SaskPower’s total available generation capacity was 4,437 mega watts. SaskPower serves 522,000 customer accounts within a geographic region of 652,000 square kilometers requiring the maintenance of 157,000 kilometers of power lines, 55 high voltage switching stations and 194 distribution substations. SaskPower also has interties with Manitoba, Alberta and North Dakota. SaskPower’s strategic context is framed by its vision, mission, values and corporate pillars:
Vision – Powering Saskatchewan to a cleaner energy future through innovation, performance and service.
Mission – Ensuring reliable, sustainable and cost-effective power for our customers and the communities we serve.
Values – Safety, openness, collaboration and accountability.
Corporate Pillars –
Customer experience and stakeholder relations . We are committed to delivering an optimal and rewarding experience for SaskPower’s customers every day. At every opportunity, we engage stakeholders to ensure SaskPower’s ability to do business.
Workforce excellence. We drive exceptional public and employee safety performance through industry-leading safety programming and actions. Zero is our objective. We develop people strategies that reward quality and high performance.
Efficiency, quality and cost-management . We continually improve business results through prudent and responsible management of budget and available resources. Through innovation and technology, we implement business processes and quality improvements.
Sustainable infrastructure and reliability. We ensure customer demand and future energy growth are met through a sustainable, diversified and cost-effective supply mix. We deliver secure, reliable power through an effective asset management program. To meet all current and future requirements, we demonstrate responsible environmental stewardship.SaskPower’s Board of Director’s is responsible for the general stewardship of SaskPower. It is accountable for setting direction, monitoring and evaluating achievement, as well as identifying any corrective action for
SaskPower. The Board works with management to develop and approve SaskPower’s Strategic Plan, annual budget and business plan. It participates in identifying business risks and oversees the implementation of appropriate systems to achieve a balance between risks incurred and potential returns. All of SaskPower Board Members, including the Chair, are independent of management.For further information about SaskPower, please visit their website at www.saskpower.com .
Legal Counsel
Reports to: Director Law – Infrastructure Location: Regina, Saskatchewan
MANDATE
The Legal Counsel is accountable to serve as the legal authority for the Corporation. As a member of SaskPower’s law department, this position is responsible to provide legal services to the Corporation and its subsidiaries; ensuring the maximum protection of legal rights and to maintain operations within the limits prescribed by legislation while aligning departmental efforts with SaskPower’s strategic goals and objectives. Reporting to the Director Law – Infrastructure, the successful candidate will support internal clients with a focus relating to procurement activities and construction projects.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
The position will include the following responsibilities:
Provide information (verbal) and formal (written) opinion on legal matters
Assist in negotiation and review of contracts and coordinate with management and internal subject-matter experts
Meet with and advise employees at all levels regarding land, corporate and commercial legal issues
Draft required documentation including without limitation, contracts, leases, easements, correspondence and submissions
Provide advice and assistance in the preparation and application of corporate policies
Participate in the development of strategy and negotiations with third parties
Recommend and undertake initiatives required to preserve legal rights to the Corporation’s property
Monitor and advise the Corporation with respect to changes in the law
Manage departmental resources effectively by identifying efficiencies and best practices for the department with a focus on innovation and improvement
Assist in the preparation and in some cases delivery of, presentations to SaskPower’s Executive, Board of Directors and / or other Government committees regarding policies, programs and budgets
Supervise assigned staff as required
Other related duties as assigned
OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES
Participate in the overall corporate objective of supporting SaskPower’s mandate to address the provinces growing demands for energy in a prudent, sustainable manner
In a fast paced and dynamic environment, receive broad exposure and learning opportunities, while demonstrating the ability and desire to take accountability for a high volume of work
Develop and maintain a strong relationship with assigned client group, ensuring a focus in area of expertise while balancing the desire and requests to provide advice outside of direct purview
ATTRACTIONS
SaskPower has been named one of Saskatchewan’s Top 20 Employers, and is known to provide their employees with professional development and advancement opportunities.
SaskPower is a highly complex industrial operating environment that functions within a unique governance milieu, providing the successful candidate with a challenging, yet highly rewarding career opportunity.
The Law Department consists of highly skilled and capable professionals who take a cohesive approach to day-to-day work and client support. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to provide legal support across a range of contracts and procurement activities, gaining broad exposure across the organization.
FIRST YEAR DELIVERABLES / MEASURES OF SUCCESS
Success in the first year will be determined by the candidate’s ability to:
Contribute as part of the corporate legal team through providing meaningful support, insight and counsel
While ensuring appropriate legal advice is provided where required, also demonstrate an openness to client concerns / feedback, maintaining a flexible and adaptable approach to the advice given
Participate as a key member in a team environment while operating with a high degree of autonomy
Demonstrate a positive attitude and energy, contributing to a cohesive, hardworking and diligent culture
CANDIDATE PROFILE
The successful candidate will have the following:
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree in Law (L.L.B)
Law Society Accreditation
EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of 5 years of legal experience within a law firm or corporate environment
Practical experience with procurement activities
Practical experience in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing construction contracts would be considered an asset
Direct industry experience ideal, however, experience in related industries is acceptable where a commitment and ability to quickly learn is evident
COMPETENCIES & ATTRIBUTES:
Results-oriented and strategic thinking with the ability to manage complex and confidential issues with extreme sensitivity and professionalism
Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and problem solving skills coupled with excellent judgement, tact and diplomacy
Ability to foster and improve the long-term development and growth of the corporation, department and staff
Demonstrated commitment to fostering a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, maintaining a high level of organization and attention to detail
A professional who is clearly committed to their own professional development through investments in their own continuous learning
THE COMPENSATION
An excellent compensation package awaits the successful candidate.
How to Apply:
Please send your resume in Word or PDF format to: chouston@conroyross.com . Copy and Paste the following job title and code and place it in the subject line of your email so we can identify the job and confirm receipt of your application: AGDP- 072380 Legal Counsel – SaskPower, SK – Regina (CRPAPPLY)
Please note that only those candidates meeting the selection criteria, established by our client, will be contacted further . Although we may not contact you directly for this particular role, all applications will be reviewed as we would like to consider you for future opportunities that may be appropriate. We encourage you to continue to visit our website at www.conroyross.com as our opportunities are updated on a regular basis.
THE ORGANIZATION
SaskPower is a commercial crown corporation established by the Government of Saskatchewan in 1929. SaskPower is governed by The Power Corporation Act and is subject to the provisions of The Crown Corporations Act , 1993 which gives the Crown Investments Corporation (CIC) of Saskatchewan, the holding company for Saskatchewan’s commercial Crown corporations, broad authority to set the direction of SaskPower. At SaskPower accountability is a principal component of its corporate values and is essential in its relationship with its customers, stakeholders and shareholder.
As the provinces leading energy provider, SaskPower is committed to supporting economic growth and an enhanced quality of life for all citizens. SaskPower’s team is comprised of approximately 3,150 permanent full-time employees who manage over $10 billion in power generation, transmission, distribution and other assets. At the end of the most recent fiscal year, SaskPower’s total available generation capacity was 4,437 mega watts. SaskPower serves 522,000 customer accounts within a geographic region of 652,000 square kilometers requiring the maintenance of 157,000 kilometers of power lines, 55 high voltage switching stations and 194 distribution substations. SaskPower also has interties with Manitoba, Alberta and North Dakota. SaskPower’s strategic context is framed by its vision, mission, values and corporate pillars:
Vision – Powering Saskatchewan to a cleaner energy future through innovation, performance and service.
Mission – Ensuring reliable, sustainable and cost-effective power for our customers and the communities we serve.
Values – Safety, openness, collaboration and accountability.
Corporate Pillars –
Customer experience and stakeholder relations . We are committed to delivering an optimal and rewarding experience for SaskPower’s customers every day. At every opportunity, we engage stakeholders to ensure SaskPower’s ability to do business.
Workforce excellence. We drive exceptional public and employee safety performance through industry-leading safety programming and actions. Zero is our objective. We develop people strategies that reward quality and high performance.
Efficiency, quality and cost-management . We continually improve business results through prudent and responsible management of budget and available resources. Through innovation and technology, we implement business processes and quality improvements.
Sustainable infrastructure and reliability. We ensure customer demand and future energy growth are met through a sustainable, diversified and cost-effective supply mix. We deliver secure, reliable power through an effective asset management program. To meet all current and future requirements, we demonstrate responsible environmental stewardship.SaskPower’s Board of Director’s is responsible for the general stewardship of SaskPower. It is accountable for setting direction, monitoring and evaluating achievement, as well as identifying any corrective action for
SaskPower. The Board works with management to develop and approve SaskPower’s Strategic Plan, annual budget and business plan. It participates in identifying business risks and oversees the implementation of appropriate systems to achieve a balance between risks incurred and potential returns. All of SaskPower Board Members, including the Chair, are independent of management.For further information about SaskPower, please visit their website at www.saskpower.com .
Legal Counsel
Reports to: Director Law – Infrastructure Location: Regina, Saskatchewan
MANDATE
The Legal Counsel is accountable to serve as the legal authority for the Corporation. As a member of SaskPower’s law department, this position is responsible to provide legal services to the Corporation and its subsidiaries; ensuring the maximum protection of legal rights and to maintain operations within the limits prescribed by legislation while aligning departmental efforts with SaskPower’s strategic goals and objectives. Reporting to the Director Law – Infrastructure, the successful candidate will support internal clients with a focus relating to procurement activities and construction projects.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
The position will include the following responsibilities:
Provide information (verbal) and formal (written) opinion on legal matters
Assist in negotiation and review of contracts and coordinate with management and internal subject-matter experts
Meet with and advise employees at all levels regarding land, corporate and commercial legal issues
Draft required documentation including without limitation, contracts, leases, easements, correspondence and submissions
Provide advice and assistance in the preparation and application of corporate policies
Participate in the development of strategy and negotiations with third parties
Recommend and undertake initiatives required to preserve legal rights to the Corporation’s property
Monitor and advise the Corporation with respect to changes in the law
Manage departmental resources effectively by identifying efficiencies and best practices for the department with a focus on innovation and improvement
Assist in the preparation and in some cases delivery of, presentations to SaskPower’s Executive, Board of Directors and / or other Government committees regarding policies, programs and budgets
Supervise assigned staff as required
Other related duties as assigned
OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES
Participate in the overall corporate objective of supporting SaskPower’s mandate to address the provinces growing demands for energy in a prudent, sustainable manner
In a fast paced and dynamic environment, receive broad exposure and learning opportunities, while demonstrating the ability and desire to take accountability for a high volume of work
Develop and maintain a strong relationship with assigned client group, ensuring a focus in area of expertise while balancing the desire and requests to provide advice outside of direct purview
ATTRACTIONS
SaskPower has been named one of Saskatchewan’s Top 20 Employers, and is known to provide their employees with professional development and advancement opportunities.
SaskPower is a highly complex industrial operating environment that functions within a unique governance milieu, providing the successful candidate with a challenging, yet highly rewarding career opportunity.
The Law Department consists of highly skilled and capable professionals who take a cohesive approach to day-to-day work and client support. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to provide legal support across a range of contracts and procurement activities, gaining broad exposure across the organization.
FIRST YEAR DELIVERABLES / MEASURES OF SUCCESS
Success in the first year will be determined by the candidate’s ability to:
Contribute as part of the corporate legal team through providing meaningful support, insight and counsel
While ensuring appropriate legal advice is provided where required, also demonstrate an openness to client concerns / feedback, maintaining a flexible and adaptable approach to the advice given
Participate as a key member in a team environment while operating with a high degree of autonomy
Demonstrate a positive attitude and energy, contributing to a cohesive, hardworking and diligent culture
CANDIDATE PROFILE
The successful candidate will have the following:
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree in Law (L.L.B)
Law Society Accreditation
EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of 5 years of legal experience within a law firm or corporate environment
Practical experience with procurement activities
Practical experience in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing construction contracts would be considered an asset
Direct industry experience ideal, however, experience in related industries is acceptable where a commitment and ability to quickly learn is evident
COMPETENCIES & ATTRIBUTES:
Results-oriented and strategic thinking with the ability to manage complex and confidential issues with extreme sensitivity and professionalism
Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and problem solving skills coupled with excellent judgement, tact and diplomacy
Ability to foster and improve the long-term development and growth of the corporation, department and staff
Demonstrated commitment to fostering a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, maintaining a high level of organization and attention to detail
A professional who is clearly committed to their own professional development through investments in their own continuous learning
THE COMPENSATION
An excellent compensation package awaits the successful candidate.
How to Apply:
Please send your resume in Word or PDF format to: chouston@conroyross.com . Copy and Paste the following job title and code and place it in the subject line of your email so we can identify the job and confirm receipt of your application: AGDP- 072380 Legal Counsel – SaskPower, SK – Regina (CRPAPPLY)
Please note that only those candidates meeting the selection criteria, established by our client, will be contacted further . Although we may not contact you directly for this particular role, all applications will be reviewed as we would like to consider you for future opportunities that may be appropriate. We encourage you to continue to visit our website at www.conroyross.com as our opportunities are updated on a regular basis.
