Legal Counsel - Commercial Litigation

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, you will provide prompt and effective legal and commercial support to client business areas within Canadian Natural. You will utilize your strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills and the ability to work independently in an ever-changing, challenging team environment. You will possess the ability to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality of service and demonstrate a strong work ethic.

• Job location: Calgary, Alberta
• Work schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts
• Safety sensitive position: No
• Application deadline: November 22, 2026 

Key Accountabilities: 

• Manage all phases of claims from dispute resolution negotiations to assisting external counsel in the preparation of pleadings and all subsequent legal steps in the lawsuit
• Co-ordinate external counsel, independent subject matter experts, and work with the various internal business clients to gather required factual and documentary evidence required for ongoing claims
• Assess legal and commercial risk and identify liability issues and mitigation strategies
• Work collaboratively with a range of internal stakeholders to develop and implement legal strategies to support client initiatives and issues
• Prepare legal memoranda and provide ongoing advice to client groups and management to support client group accountabilities

What You Bring to the Role:

• Bachelor of Laws or Judicial Doctorate degree and be eligible for admission to the Law Society of Alberta
• Minimum six years’ experience in Commercial Litigation. Additional experience in any one or more of the following areas of practice is considered an asset: Construction Law, Tax Law, Insolvency, and Oil & Gas
• Other combinations of experience and practice will be considered

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.