Sr Counsel, Commercial and Contracts & Procurement ~ Pay or shift range: $190,000 CAD to $238,000 CAD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. We are Canada’s first large-scale LNG export facility. With Phase 1 now operating, we’ve moved from project to business—and are preparing for a potential Phase 2 that could double our size and help Canada become a top-five global LNG exporter.

We are committed to safety, compliance, and top-quartile performance, while building a high-performance culture powered by people like you. With gratitude and respect, LNG Canada acknowledges our facility operates in the traditional territory of the Haisla Nation, and we honour the First Nations across our business footprint and shipping route. Protecting our people, community, and operations is our top priority.

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Canadian natural gas to global markets. LNG Canada is a world class asset, Canada is a Top 5 global LNG producer; Help Canada diversify its export market. LNG Canada is seeking a senior commercial lawyer to provide professional, timely, cost effective and practical legal advice and support to LNG Canada, primarily in relation to commercial and procurement matters.

The role will include being the lead lawyer in negotiating, drafting, interpreting and providing strategic advice in relation to agreements for LNG Canada. To succeed with us in the Legal team, we need your enthusiasm to: Demonstrate personal commitment to HSSE. Display a strong positive attitude to manage change and improvement in our processes, ways of working and our overall performance.

Use your ability to utilize flexible thinking with well-developed problem-solving skills. Provide subject matter expert legal support in the commercial and procurement areas,



including leading legal negotiations with commercial counterparties, governments, First Nations, suppliers and other third parties in relation to the ownership and operation of the LNG facility, power generation facilities, pipelines and marine facilities. Protect the rights and reputation of LNG Canada in all commercial and contractual arrangements while developing and implementing practical legal solutions.

Provide training and education for the LNGC business on key legal matters as required. Play a key role to ensure alignment with LNG Canada’s Policies and Standards. working effectively within the LNG Canada Legal team, and integrating well with lawyers representing the joint venture owners. Membership in the Law Society of British Columbia, the Law Society of Alberta or equivalent or eligible for admission, with 10+ years at the bar.

Significant work experience at a senior level in negotiating and drafting commercial agreements. Knowledge of the LNG Canada Project would be an asset. Strong grasp of legal as well as business issues, industry developments and legal, social and political trends that may have an impact on LNG Canada.

Demonstrated ability to find creative and practical solutions to legal and commercial issues, within acceptable legal and risk frameworks. Demonstrated ability to clearly explain legal risks and develop sound mitigation strategies,



including drafting with appropriate understanding and interpretation of commercial intentions. Excellent legal and commercial judgment in sensitive areas and on difficult issues.

Ability to develop and sustain relationships with business contacts, particularly at senior levels of the organization, and with stakeholders having diverse cultural backgrounds. Fluent in English, both spoken and written, with excellent English drafting and negotiating skills. LNG Canada is a joint venture of five global energy leaders—Shell, PETRONAS, Mitsubishi Corporation, PetroChina, and KOGAS—bringing decades of LNG expertise to Canada.

As the largest private-sector investment in Canadian history, LNG Canada is a long-life asset with a 40-year export license. Phase 1 includes two processing units (“trains”) with a combined capacity of 14 million tonnes per annum (mtpa). Together with our participants, we are exploring a potential Phase 2 expansion that would deliver more lower-carbon LNG to global markets, support Canada’s ambition to be a top-five LNG exporter, and generate lasting perks for B.C. communities and the Canadian economy.

We focus on safety, compliance, performance, and scale, while building a high-performance culture. Partnerships with governments, local communities, and First Nations are central to our success and will continue to shape our journey. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities where we live and work.

Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply—this is your chance to join a supportive, collaborative organization with bold ambition and help us build a thriving business. #

📌 Sr Counsel, Commercial and Contracts & Procurement (Calgary)
🏢 LNG Canada Development
📍 Calgary