Job Description

If you are looking to join one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s fastest growing companies, goeasy Ltd. is the place for you! Certified as a Great Place to Work\xc2\xae, recognized among Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, GTA\'s Top 100 Employers, North America\xe2\x80\x99s Most Engaged Workplaces, and placed on the 2022 Report on Business Women Lead Here list, we want the best and brightest to join our team.

We are a publicly traded company on the TSX with over 4000% shareholder return since 2001. Accredited by the Better Business Bureau, goeasy Ltd is a Canadian company that provides non-prime leasing and lending services through easyhome, easyfinancial, and LendCare.

We are a publicly traded company on the TSX with over 4000% shareholder return since 2001. Accredited by the Better Business Bureau, goeasy Ltd is a Canadian company that provides non-prime leasing and lending services through easyhome, easyfinancial, and LendCare.

The Director, Legal & Government Relations plays a crucial hands-on role in developing and executing goeasy\xe2\x80\x99s government relations strategy, in addition to advising and supporting on a range of legal matters. This role requires the ability to develop and manage complex relationships with key government, media and industry stakeholders. Monitoring relevant government policies, legislation and regulations, this individual will raise goeasy\xe2\x80\x99s visibility among key decision- makers and advise on the development of proactive government relations, policies and strategies that advance the company\xe2\x80\x99s strategic objectives. Additionally, this role will lead the development and support of a comprehensive policy, public affairs, and stakeholder relations program that advances goeasy\xe2\x80\x99s strategic objectives and corporate reputation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic approach to government relations that balances goeasy\xe2\x80\x99s business requirements with the intricacies of all levels of applicable government
• Advise on complex legal matters and effectively tailor recommendations and solutions to meet business goals as outlined by the Senior Leadership Team and as applicable to a publicly traded company (TSX: GSY)
• Position goeasy as a leader in the Canadian policy space by engaging with trade associations and highlighting relevant issues to advance our government relations agenda
• Identify, address and manage the company\xe2\x80\x99s complex government relations needs in support of strategic objectives, providing triage of GR matters to the Chief Legal Officer
• Closely monitor government relations activity in all jurisdictions where goeasy operates and tailor recommendations and solutions to meet business goals, as outlined by the senior leadership team and as applicable to a publicly traded company
• Build and implement engagement plans with federal, provincial and municipal government officials, as well as other industry stakeholders, to raise awareness, achieve policy objectives and strengthen our reputation
• Collaborate with Chief Legal Officer to implement the strategic GR plan, including the implementation of GR objectives and promotion of organizational goals and brand objectives with key policy makers and decision makers
• Develop engaging material for government and stakeholder engagement, such as presentations, briefing notes, speeches, consultation responses and other forms of communications collateral to promote objectives and enhance the organizational profile
• Work with internal SME\xe2\x80\x99s to evaluate public policy priorities, identify opportunities and risks and lead organization-wide responses to legislative initiatives and consultations, in addition to responding to general inquiries from elected and non- elected decision makers on key issues
• Develop a strong and effective working relationship with all levels of the business in order to provide proper direction, influence and counsel with respect to all legal matters (for example: corporate, commercial, real estate, trademarks employment, litigation, etc.)
• Represent goeasy in meetings with senior government officials, key stakeholders and third- party influencersIdentify and support advocacy efforts with industry \xe2\x80\x93 leading associations and bodies to position goeasy as a market leader in the alternative lending space
• Manage relationships with government relations agencies, ensuring timely and appropriate completion of assigned work
• Partner with key internal stakeholders and the communications team to integrate proactive media outreach into communications efforts
• Keep the Chief Legal Officer informed of any issues, opportunities and threats related to government relations issues
• Provide support, advise and provide legal direction enabling execution in connection with applicable regulatory and governance requirements relating to merger and acquisition, partnership and sponsorship initiatives and proposals that may evolve through strategic planning or in the normal course of goeasy\xe2\x80\x99s growing business model.
• Lead (or instruct external counsel, as required) on legal proceedings, as assigned, on behalf of or against the Company. Initiate legal action, as may be necessary or required, to safeguard the legitimate interests of the Company
• Draft and review legal agreements with third party service providers and partners, ensuring that they are appropriately worded and protect goeasy\xe2\x80\x99s interests and performance

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of related experience, either in a legal, an applicable public sector role or in a corporate government relations capacity
• Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada, with demonstrated expertise in all relevant areas of the law
• Post secondary education in a field such as law, government relations or similar
• Strong government and public relations acumen, including deep knowledge of various levels of government
• Projects a strong presence, with superior relationship building skills and proven success in connecting with different functional areas, partner groups, and member groups, as well as with internal and external stakeholders
• Proven experience in developing and implementing government relations, public relations and media relations plans
• Strong communications skills, both written and verbal. French \xe2\x80\x93 English bilingualism is an asset
• Excellent writing and editing skills with ability to translate technical and sensitive information for various audiences
• High attention to detail with ability to work under pressure and at times under tight deadlines
• Confident and pro-active self-starter, skilled in taking initiative, assessing requirements, formulating plans and taking the lead in making plans a reality

We offer a Flexible Work Program, with 3 days onsite at our Mississauga head office and two days to work remotely.

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Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity Employment:

At goeasy, we believe that we can only be the best when people are able to bring their best selves to work every day. This means that we are committed to cultivating and preserving a work culture where we celebrate who we are, where everyone feels seen and heard and where every employee can fulfill their potential. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with all legislative requirements throughout Canada. Please let us know if you require an accommodation during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.

Additional Information:

All candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check, credit check, and validation of their work experience to qualify for hire. We thank all interested applicants, however we will only be contacting those for interview who possess the skills and qualifications outlined above.

Why should you work for goeasy?

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