In House Legal Counsel

Santander Consumer Bank provides a full spectrum of finance solutions for the automotive and powersport markets. Santander offers loans the easy way; Simple, Personal, and Fair. Become part of a globally recognized brand and join our dynamic and growing team today.

Our mission is to help people and businesses prosper. Guided by our values “Simple, Personal, and Fair”, we strive to be the best open financial services platform, acting responsibly to earn the lasting loyalty of our people, customers, shareholders, and communities. We live this mission through our TEAMS behaviors: we Think Customer, Embrace Change, Act Now, Move Together, and Speak Up to create a culture of trust, innovation, and collaboration. We adopt a strong risk culture, and we expect all our professionals, regardless of their position, to have a proactive and responsible attitude towards risk management.

We are seeking highly motivated mid-level corporate commercial Lawyer to join our in-house legal team in our growing Edmonton Office. As a member of this group, you will work on a broad range of legal issues with a particular focus on contract review and negotiation. In this role, you will be reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer and will be required to work proactively and assist in the review, drafting and negotiating of commercial agreements and related transactional documents, including but not limited to NDAs and vendor agreements whilst gaining valuable experience in corporate governance and regulatory law.

The ideal candidates will have the following credentials:

Experience requirements:

• Between three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience in private practice or solid in-house experience primarily focused on commercial transactions, contract drafting from templates and contract review.
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial technology and/or banking-focused agreements is a valuable asset.
• Knowledge in securities, corporate finance, information technology, privacy and/or regulatory compliance is an asset

Education and qualifications:

• Bachelor of Laws
• Member of the Alberta Bar in good standing

Required skills:

• Initiative.
• An excellent legal mind.
• Consummate team player.
• Commitment to excellence.
• Strong Analytical thinking and problem-solving to assess complex legal issues and develop practical solutions.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for providing legal advice and engaging with stakeholders.

Competencies:

• Attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing legal documents, contracts, and regulatory materials.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for providing legal advice and engaging with stakeholders.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving to assess complex legal issues and develop practical solutions.
• Planning, organizing, and time management skills to manage multiple matters and deadlines.
• Customer focus and service orientation when supporting internal stakeholders.
• Confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive legal and commercial information.
• Professional judgment and composure when working under tight timelines or challenging circumstances.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment using standard office equipment.
• Requires sustained mental concentration, frequent task switching, and multi-tasking under deadlines.
• Regular exposure to complex legal issues, regulatory matters, and time-sensitive requests.
• Occasional after-hours availability may be required to support urgent legal matters.
• No travel is required.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Successful completion of a background check, including criminal record prior to employment.
• Compliance with Santander Consumer Canada’s Code of Conduct, Information Security policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.

The successful candidates will have the opportunity to develop their career and skills as part of a growing in-house legal team and office that fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, with freedom and flexibility, as well as ongoing support through training and mentoring to ensure a rapid professional development. Our organization offers a collegial work environment, work life balance, competitive compensation package and upward mobility.

Why Join Us?

At Santander Consumer Bank, we are committed to fostering a culture of compliance and ethical behavior, ensuring that our operations align with laws, regulations, and internal policies. We value innovation and collaboration. As a part of the team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the success of our business while furthering your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Join us in our mission to create a safe and secure environment for our customers, stakeholders and our employees.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and interest in the position. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Santander Consumer Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Edmonton, AB T6E 5Y7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• relevant experience in private practice or solid in-house : 3 years (preferred)

Location:

• Edmonton, AB T6E 5Y7 (preferred)

Work Location: In person