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Senior Legal Counsel

NFI Group Inc.about 19 hours ago
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Mid Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Competitive Wages
Comprehensive Benefit Package
Immediate Benefit Eligibility

About the role

NFI is a leading global bus manufacturer of mass mobility solutions under the brands New Flyer® (heavy-duty transit buses), MCI® (motor coaches), Alexander Dennis Limited (single and double-deck buses), Plaxton (motor coaches), ARBOC® (low-floor cutaway and medium-duty buses), and NFI Parts™. NFI currently offers the widest range of sustainable drive systems available, including zero-emission electric (trolley, battery, and fuel cell), natural gas, electric hybrid, and clean diesel. In total, NFI supports its installed base in our buses and coaches around the world. Further information is available at www.nfigroup.com. POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Associate General Counsel, you will act as a trusted, business-facing advisor to NFI’s business units and functional leaders across Canada and the United States. You will support a broad mix of commercial, operational, litigation, and regulatory matters. This role is well-suited to a lawyer who brings strong legal judgment, commercial awareness, and the ability to provide practical advice in a complex, fast-moving business environment. WHY JOIN US: Be part of a team leading sustainable bus and motorcoach solutions Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility Paid holidays and vacation Registered pension plan with generous company match Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members. On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $11.6 million in 2025) Advancement opportunities within our family of companies We are proudly named one of Manitoba’s Top 25 employers. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Provide practical, business-focused legal advice to NFI business units and functional leaders, helping the business navigate commercial, operational, compliance, governance, litigation, and risk matters. Support leaders across the business with timely, practical, and commercially-grounded legal advice that informs operational and strategic decision-making. Translate legal issues into clear options, recommendations, and risk-based guidance that enables the business to move forward while protecting the organization. Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret a wide range of commercial agreements, including customer, supplier, service, procurement, confidentiality, and other business contracts. Identify legal risks early and provide practical recommendations to support decision-making, risk mitigation, dispute prevention, and the management of disputes, claims and litigation. Advise on regulations, compliance, risk prevention, and policy-related matters arising in a complex manufacturing, transportation, and cross-border operating environment. Support governance matters, including the development, review, and implementation of corporate policies, practices, and business processes. Contribute to the continuous improvement of legal processes, templates, tools, and practices that improve consistency, efficiency, and business partnership across the legal function. WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESFUL: Law degree and current license to practice law in a Canadian or U.S. jurisdiction. 3–5+ years of legal experience in corporate/commercial law, gained in a law firm, in-house legal department, or comparable legal environment. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess legal and business issues and provide practical guidance. Clear and credible communication style, including the ability to translate legal concepts into practical advice for non-legal stakeholders. Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and initiative, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, competing deadlines, and sensitive matters in a collaborative team environment. NFI Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request. NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. News and information are available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, www.arbocsv.com, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.carfaircomposites.com and www.nfi.parts.

About NFI Group Inc.

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