At Interac, we protect both — driving trust, security, and inclusion, so our digital economy thrives. Founded in 1984, Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments, advanced identity verification and industry-leading fraud protection. Connecting banks, businesses, and individuals, Interac enables millions to send, receive, and manage money safely and effortlessly every day — across both digital and physical environments.

As the backbone of Canada’s financial ecosystem, Interac facilitates over 20 million transactions daily, supported by trusted partnerships with government and financial institutions. The vacant Legal Counsel role will report to Head, Deputy General Counsel. As a member of the Legal Counsel team at Interac Corp., you will be responsible for providing forward thinking legal guidance and strategic risk analyses for Canada’s first FinTech, promoting innovation while protecting Interac’s reputation as one of the most trusted financial brands in Canada.

We are looking for lawyers with keen business judgment and a genuine interest in payment network and financial services to provide sophisticated advice on a broad range of technology contracting, outsourcing and third‑party risk management activities. In this role, you will work collaboratively with a close‑knit team of sharp, solution‑oriented in‑house lawyers on projects that challenge you to balance legal imperatives with the core business values, risk tolerance and enterprise strategy of a renowned financial services organization. Working in a fast‑paced business and technology environment, partnering with business units, and playing a key role in driving the company's products and services forward.

Providing strategic and actionable legal advice on key portfolios in the business (and with emerging technology) to complete time sensitive projects while mitigating potential legal risks.



Exercising business judgment to deliver practical and pragmatic solutions when the “right” legal answer is not crystal clear. Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a diverse range of commercial contracts, including complex technology vendor agreements, service provider agreements, proof of concept agreements, letters of intent, software and evaluation license agreements (on premise and cloud), customer software development agreements, incentive agreements, sponsorship agreements, and consulting services agreements.

Advising on operationalizing contracts in a complex, multi‑vendor environment and proactively identifying and resolving associated legal issues. Working as a collaborative member of the Legal team, a mentor to junior lawyers and a resource for internal knowledge management and precedent development. A Law Degree and membership in valuable standing with the Law Society of Ontario. in Canada in a full‑time capacity. 2‑5 years practical post‑call legal experience in both a corporate legal department or law firm.

Working knowledge of privacy, cybersecurity, Code of Conduct, CASL and other regulatory requirements applying to the financial services industry and payment network operators (preferred).

Experience with financial services technologies, including mobile payments, digital banking, digital identification, verification and authentication and other electronic payments technologies,



in addition to traditional payment systems and payment card network operators (preferred). Critical thinking with cogent analysis of legal and business issues. You are adept at identifying, assessing, and managing legal and reputational risk. Proactivity with time management and project prioritization.

Experience with government and regulatory affair. The hiring range for this position is $140,000 to $160,000, and you will also be eligible for our short‑term incentive plan. Generous vacation and wellness days to help you recharge Flexible hybrid work model for better work‑life balance Access to a free and confidential 24/7 employee & family assistance program to offer support for you and your immediate family Pregnancy and parental leave top‑up to support growing families Charitable donation matching with United Way to amplify your impact Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians.

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Community – Enjoy flexible, supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness.

Additional

Pre‑Employment Requirements: To ensure the integrity of our organization, successful candidates will be required to complete background checks, which may include, Canadian Criminal Credit Check, Canadian ID Cross‑Check, Public Safety Verification, 5‑year Employment Verification, Education Verification, Credit Check, and Social Media Check. That’s why we are committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities for all individuals, without discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application or recruitment process, please contact us at humanresources@interac.

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