Position Summary Supervisory Responsibilities This position does not have supervisory responsibilities over other employees. Key Responsibilities :

- Assist in leading Westmoreland’s engagement with the Government of Saskatchewan, including the Premier’s Office, Cabinet, Legislative Assembly, and senior ministry officials.
- Provide legal, policy, and strategic support to the Director of External Affairs & Counsel; Chief Operating Officer, Canadian Operations; Chief Commercial Officer, General Counsel and Legal Department.
- Support development and execution of advocacy and stakeholder strategies related to mining, energy, labor, permitting, and regulatory matters.
- Build and maintain productive working relationships with ministries such as Energy and Resources, Environment, Labour Relations and Workplace Safety, and the Crown Investments Corporation.
- Advise on the province’s governance and oversight frameworks, including the Crown Investments Corporation’s relationship with SaskPower and other Crown entities.
- Monitor and analyze legislative, regulatory, and policy developments impacting company operations.
- Draft and review submissions, correspondence, testimony, and agreements related to government and regulatory affairs.
- Provide legal guidance on contracts, labor and employment, and general corporate matters as needed and draft agreements related to the same.
- Support external communications and stakeholder engagement to ensure consistent and effective messaging on public and governmental issues.




- Coordinate with consultants, industry associations, and partners to advance company objectives.

Qualifications :

- Law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) and eligibility to practice in Saskatchewan as in house counsel.
- Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in legal, policy, or governmental affairs roles.
- Direct experience with or within the Government of Saskatchewan, ideally under the current administration of Premier Scott Moe.
- Established relationships with senior officials and advisors in the energy, natural resources, and permitting sectors.
- Strong understanding of the Crown Investments Corporation’s oversight role and its relationship to SaskPower and other Crown entities.
- Demonstrated political judgment, negotiation skill, and ability to navigate complex commercial and regulatory environments.
- Exceptional writing, communication, and analytical skills.
- Experience in contract, labour, employment, commercial law as well as communications considered strong assets.

Licenses, Registration, and Certifications :

- Must be licensed to practice law in the Province of Saskatchewan, and currently in good standing with the Law Society of Saskatchewan.

Typical Working Conditions

- Work from home with occassional travel will be expected.

Other Requirements

- Residency in the Province of Saskatchewan, particularaly within the city of Regina or willingness to relocate to Regina is expected.

📌 Legal and Government Affairs Counsel (Regina)
🏢 Westmoreland Mining
📍 Regina