Legal Counsel

Job Description

The Opportunity: 

At Canadian Natural, we are dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in the energy sector. As a recognized leader in Canada’s energy industry, we operate one of the strongest and most diversified asset portfolios of any independent energy producer in the world. 

As Legal Counsel at Canadian Natural, you will play a pivotal role in driving business success by providing timely, practical, and strategic legal and commercial advice across a diverse portfolio of business areas. Working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, you will leverage your strong relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills to navigate complex matters, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality solutions. This is an opportunity to work both independently and collaboratively with a highly respected team, where your sound judgment, commercial mindset, and commitment to excellence will help support key business objectives while maintaining the highest professional standards.

• Job location: Calgary, Alberta
• Work schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts
• Safety sensitive position: No
• Application deadline: October 25, 2026 

Key Accountabilities: 

• Manage claims and litigation matters from dispute resolution through to legal proceedings, partnering with external counsel to achieve successful outcomes
• Coordinate external counsel, subject matter experts, and internal stakeholders to gather and assess the evidence required to support ongoing legal matters
• Evaluate legal and commercial risks, identify liability exposures, and recommend practical mitigation strategies
• Develop and execute legal strategies that support business initiatives, operational objectives, and emerging challenges
• Prepare legal opinions, memoranda, and recommendations while providing timely, practical advice to management and business partners
• Act as a trusted advisor on employment and labour matters, delivering guidance, education, and commercially focused solutions across Canadian operations

What You Bring to the Role:

• Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor degree, with eligibility or active membership in the Law Society of Alberta
• 6+ years of relevant legal practice, including experience in Labour & Employment Law. Additional experience in Privacy Law, Commercial Litigation, Energy Litigation, Oil & Gas, corporate/commercial transactions, supply chain, construction, or oil & gas marketing is considered an asset
• Demonstrated strength in legal drafting, contract negotiation, and clear oral communication across diverse stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environments while maintaining high standards of service and professionalism
• Comfortable working autonomously and as part of cross-functional teams, with a strong track record of building effective relationships across business units
• Known for sound decision-making, proactive problem-solving, and a high level of accountability, confidentiality, and ethical conduct

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
• May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
• 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits 
• Health & Wellness Spending Account
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development
• Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!

About the company

We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026.

We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.

Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

Check out some of our Employee Testimonials!

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. 

While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.