Job Description

LEGAL COUNSEL

- Securities Division - Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority

The Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan (FCAA) protects consumer and the public interest and supports economic well-being through responsive marketplace regulation. The FCAA enhances consumer protection through licensing, registration, disclosure, audit, complaint handling and enforcement activities pursuant to various provincial statutes.

The Securities Division of the FCAA regulates the sale of securities and derivatives in the province to protect investors through registration, disclosure, audits, complaint handling, and enforcement activities. The Securities Division is currently seeking a highly motivated legal counsel to join their team.

In this position, our ideal candidate will develop and implement regulations for derivatives in conjunction with other Canadian jurisdictions. They will analyze, report on and recommend courses of action based on derivatives data received. They will conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions/memoranda on issues around securities and derivatives regulation. This position will also focus on the FCAA's regulation of FINTECH business seeking to offer innovative products, services and applications in Canada including the regulation of crypto assets and crypto trading platforms.

To qualify for this position, candidates must havea university degree in law and membership in the Law Society of Saskatchewan. A finance, commerce or business administration degree would also be an asset.

Other competencies required include:

Working knowledge of contract law, corporate law administrative law and securities and derivatives law principles; Working knowledge of public policy formulation, legislative drafting and regulation making; Knowledge of legislation, policies and procedures relating to the regulation of the securities and derivatives industry and an understanding of how the capital markets operate; Knowledge of derivatives, their types, trading and uses; Excellent interpersonal and team building skills along with strong verbal and written communication skills; Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; Demonstrated ability to prepare quality legal opinions within short time lines;

FCAA offers:

Competitive compensation. The salary range for this position is $8,523.50 to $16,861.98 monthly depending on experience; Comprehensive health benefits including life insurance, medical, dental, extended health plan, and long term disability; Employer sponsored pension plan; Leaders who support your development through coaching and mentoring; Professional development opportunities; Opportunity to do challenging work; Positive workplace, upbeat corporate culture; Excellent work-life balance including potential to work remotely.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal record check.

To join the FCAA team, please send your resume and cover letter to fcaacareers@gov.sk.ca

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing Date: August 8, 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $8,523.50-$16,861.98 per month

Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-08-08