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Careers Headquartered in Toronto, the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) is responsible for investing in new infrastructure projects. The CIB’s mission is to work with provincial, territorial, municipal, federal, Indigenous and private sector investor partners to transform the way infrastructure is planned, financed and delivered in Canada. The CIB is looking for an exceptional corporate lawyer to join our Legal team. The Legal team advises the Investments team and other functional groups (Risk, Finance, Human Resources, Communications) on matters concerning procurement, contracts, intellectual property rights, conflicts of interests, policies, governance and compliance with federal legislation and policies that apply generally to Crown corporations. Against this background, you will be a key member of the CIB’s legal team and will be the primary lawyer responsible for providing legal advice and support on a wide range of corporate matters with a view to protecting the CIB’s interests and ensuring compliance with the CIB’s mandate, policies and procedures. You will also collaborate with the CIB’s Investments, Risk and Asset Management teams, supporting and advising them on a wide range of commercial and corporate matters. A motivated self-starter with a partnering focused mindset, you will find yourself exposed to a broad range of issues related to the CIB’s mandate and public policy objectives. This role will report to the Associate General Counsel. If you share a commitment to the CIB’s public interest mandate and role as an impact investor, value a collegial and collaborative culture, and approach everything with the highest integrity, then consider joining our team.   Your responsibilities include Support various initiatives related to corporate/commercial matters, including commercial, transactional and services agreements, procurement and corporate law, such as: draft, review, analyze and advise on a wide range or transactional and commercial agreements and legal documents lead procurement activities and review contracts for the acquisition of goods and services support negotiations draft, develop and enhance agreement templates, including agreements with project sponsors and parties for the advancement of a project advise on the interpretation of existing agreements Support the General Counsel & Corporate Secretary and Senior Legal Counsel and work collaboratively with the Project Development and Investments team on a broad range of business activities related to the due diligence, project development and execution of investment transactions Assist in the analysis of legal, regulatory and compliance requirements and risks associated with the CIB’s business initiatives and developing and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies Research and respond to general legal inquiries from internal clients that relate to corporate, commercial, governance and compliance matters, and provide advice on appropriate legal action to be taken Monitor legal trends and case law in order to provide advice and deliver internal trainings on key contractual and compliance matters Contribute to the knowledge management activities of the CIB’s legal team Undertake other reasonable duties as requested Your ideal profile LL.B./LL.M/JD or equivalent required, as well as licenced to practice law in Ontario or Quebec 3 to 8 years of relevant post-qualification legal experience at a leading law firm and/or in-house corporate legal department at a federal/provincial Crown corporation or public company Solid experience in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, including agreements related to project finance or development in the infrastructure sector Bilingual in both official languages (English and French) verbal and written is highly desired Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including an ability to build relationships and work cooperatively with many different stakeholders Excellent legal drafting skills with the ability to be precise, creative, and flexible in communicating legal and business issues Strong organizational, project management and decision-making skills and able to manage multiple competing projects to completion Skilled at identifying, analyzing and simplifying complex legal concepts to provide proactive advice in a clear and concise manner Flexible and adaptable, including the ability to be open to change and assume new responsibilities as the organization matures Demonstrated good judgment, professionalism and integrity Committed to the CIB’s values and proven commitment to integrity and accountability   To apply for this position, please email your resume to careers@cib-bic.ca with the Subject Line: Legal Counsel – Corporate and Commercial We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted

Reporting to the Corporate Secretary, Associate General Counsel, Corporate, the Legal Counsel and Assistant Corporate Secretary is responsible for supporting the corporate legal group, including the office of the Corporate Secretary. As the Assistant Corporate Secretary, you will work closely with the Corporate Secretary in carrying out duties relating to the effective governance of the Board and the Company (including its subsidiaries), maintaining governance best practices, supporting production and distribution of Board and Committee meeting materials including resolutions, and assisting with all post-meeting filings. As Legal Counsel, you will also work closely with, and provide legal support and guidance to, corporate functions, including Investor Relations, Marketing, Human Resources, IT, Tax, Treasury and Finance. You will assist in the preparation and review of several corporate reports including our annual information form, sustainability report and investor presentation report. You will provide legal support in the preparation of all annual and quarterly continuous disclosure obligations under applicable Canadian and United States securities laws, the rules of the TSX and the NYSE. The individual in this position is expected to work collaboratively with our Corporate legal group and provide support with corporate mandates. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, be detail-oriented and work diligently to complete the tasks on time. The person will have the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment and take the initiative when appropriate. Principle Responsibilities and Duties Assisting with the preparation of continuous disclosure and regulatory compliance documents and filings Supporting the technology used to prepare and distribute materials, conduct meetings, and facilitate other board and committee activities while being mindful of privacy and confidentiality concerns Supporting the Corporation’s sustainability efforts, including through participation in the cross-regional and cross-functional sustainability committee and coordinating the preparation of the Corporation’s annual sustainability report Monitoring corporate governance and other developments of note for the Company, the board and/or its committees and advancing the steps necessary to comply with changing regulatory and other requirements, as directed Preparing agendas for board and committee meetings; reviewing, preparing, and distributing board materials including briefs and background information to assist with board and committee meeting preparation Provide transactional assistance as required in connection with Corporate and Regional mandates, including negotiations with third parties being retained to provide Corporate support and inter-company transactions and restructurings Supporting the Corporate Secretary in ensuring and maintaining compliance with applicable securities regulations Providing support with subsidiary board meetings and regulatory compliance matters Drafting corporate legal documents including non-disclosure/confidentiality agreements, letters of direction, corporate resolutions, and instruments of transfer Assist with filings for CBCA, extra provincial registrations, SEDAR, SEDI, TSX and NYSE; facilitate or support filings in foreign jurisdictions as needed Assisting with ongoing maintenance of corporate minute book records and digital files for the Company and global subsidiaries Supporting the Global Legal Team on an as directed basis and attending monthly meetings Qualifications A Canadian common law degree, or equivalent, and a member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta Between 2 and 5 years of experience working in a law firm in the corporate/corporate securities practice or commensurate in-house experience with preference being given to experience with a public company Familiarity with Canadian and US corporate securities laws and the rules of the TSX and NYSE are an asset The ideal candidate will have an interest in, and experience advising on, Sustainability & ESG matters. Working proficiency with computer programs, such as Word, Excel and Adobe Desire and ability to work collaboratively within a cross-functional team environment; this position will be predominately performed in an office setting Aptitude for organization, timeliness, confidentiality, attention to detail and follow-through A strong team player who is excited to work collaboratively within our Corporate legal team and our broader global legal team Strong written and verbal communication skills required   About Us:   Transforming Energy for a Sustainable Future. Enerflex is a premier integrated global provider of energy infrastructure solutions, covering gas processing, compression, power generation, refrigeration, cryogenic, energy transition, and water solutions. We proudly employ more than 5,000 highly skilled employees across over 25 countries worldwide. Enerflex places its core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Creativity, and Success into action across all aspects of the business. Our innovation, strong commitment to safety, and superior service to our customers positions us as the optimal partner to meet the needs of the dynamic energy industry. We foster a culture of ensuring our employees have the tools to do their jobs right, but to also thrive in their roles. We pride ourselves in our competitive wages, extensive rewards programs, celebration of successes of individuals and teams, and are committed to ensuring Enerflex remains a safe and inclusive space for all.   What Enerflex Offers You: Values Based Organization Competitive Compensation Safety Focused Culture Incentive Programs Professional Development Opportunities Collaborative in office work environment, supportive team members   Enerflex is an Equal Opportunity Employer Enerflex grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunities are provided in recruitment, hiring, promotions, wages, benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.   Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.   Please visit our website at www.enerflex.com for more information.