Legal Assistant

The Opportunity JOB DESCRIPTION

At Canadian Natural, we are dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in the energy sector. As a recognized leader in Canada’s energy industry, we operate one of the strongest and most diversified asset portfolios of any independent energy producer in the world.

Make your mark while you grow your career! Reporting to the Manager, Legal – Commercial Operations, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our lawyers and legal professionals, gaining hands-on experience across diverse and impactful areas of a major energy company. This is more than an administrative role—it’s an opportunity to build expertise, expand your professional network, and contribute to projects that influence both the company and the industry at large.

Note: This is a 6-month temporary full-time position with the possibility of extension and/or conversion into permanent.

- Job location: Calgary, Alberta

- Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts

- Safety sensitive position: No

- Application deadline: January 14, 2026

Key Accountabilities

- Provide comprehensive administrative support to about 8 to 10 lawyers within the Commercial Operations subgroup of Legal Services

- Prepare, review, and manage contract documentation, as well as draft and assist with minutes, logs, workflows, diagrams, presentations, templates, policies, legal documents, memoranda, and professional correspondence

- Establish, organize, maintain and close legalfiles in accordance with departmental filing systems and standards

- Work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment, consistently demonstrating accuracy, discretion, and professionalism

- Collaborate with and support other administrative professionals across the Legal Services group to ensure the successful completion of projects and departmental initiatives

What You Bring To The Role

- Successful completion of a recognized legal Office Administration or Legal Assistant program (1‑year Certificate or 2‑year Diploma)

- Minimum of 3+ years in a law firm or in-house legal environment, demonstrating strong legal administrative expertise

- Demonstrated proficiency with core tools and industry knowledge, including corporate‑commercial law, the energy sector and regulatory frameworks, as well as strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

- Proven ability to manage competing priorities in high volume and fast-paced environments while maintaining high standards of service and professionalism

- Sound proofreading skills and high degree of accuracy

- Comfortable working autonomously and as part of cross-functional teams, with a strong track record of building effective relationships across business units

- Known for sound decision-making, proactive problem-solving, and a high level of accountability, confidentiality, and ethical conduct

About Us

We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025.

We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right with fun and integrity.

Industry Leader:

We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.

Community Investment:

Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits:

We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories:

Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

Check out some of our Employee Testimonials !

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.