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Job Title


Legal Counsel, IT COE


Company : Nutrien


Location : Calgary, Alberta


Created : 2026-01-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Legal Counsel, IT COE role at Nutrien . Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future , is the reason we come to work each day. Were guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. Were creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity. Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a worldclass network of production, distribution, and agretail facilities. We efficiently serve growers needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien. What You Will Do Lead Counsel, IT will be the primary legal subject matter expert on IT and technologyrelated matters across the legal function. Review, draft and negotiate critical IT, software and other technologyrelated agreements as well as corporate contracts and master service agreements. Advise business stakeholders and legal colleagues on IT, cyber security, data protection and privacy, AI, or other technologybased legal issues and terms. Establish repository of software, cyber security and other related contract terms with stakeholders and legal team based on Operating Segment risk and jurisdictional requirements. Support risk analysis and evaluation of technology, software or AI tools defined by business objectives as well as implementation. Support incident response of cyber security or data breach incidents. Track and interpret new legislation and regulations impacting technology. Prepare and deliver ITfocused training for stakeholders. Work closely with procurement, commercial, operations, and other stakeholders including other segments of the Legal department. Draft template contract language, including supplychain contracts and IT contracts that support needs of stakeholders. Provide legal support on strategic business objectives and initiatives supporting commercial, procurement and operations stakeholders. Assist in retaining and managing external counsel as necessary. Comply with all Company standards, policies and procedures pertaining to appropriate conduct for employees, including the Statement of Core Values and Code of Business Conduct; the Respect in the Workplace Policy; Safety, Health and Environment Policies; and any other applicable standards, policies and procedures as implemented and/or revised by the Company or by legislation. What You Will Bring A law degree, and be a member in good standing with local jurisdiction. 37 years of postbar call legal experience in private practice or inhouse (inhouse experience is preferred). Demonstrated experience with IT and other technologyrelated agreements, including drafting, negotiating and reviewing. Experience with cyber security laws and incident response frameworks for data/cyber breaches. Demonstrated legal knowledge in areas of cyber security, data protection, and AI and other emerging technologies and their legal implications. Excellent communication and drafting skills. Experience in supplychain matters and with agriculture, mining or heavy industry. Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating supplychain agreements for digital projects, including procurement of IT systems, hardware and software. Ability to advise on software licensing agreements (onpremise, SaaS, cloudbased, subscription, perpetual). Knowledge of safety, health and environment obligations and how IT systems interface with critical operations. Ability to advise on technology matters and risk mitigation in fastmoving environment. Ability to collaborate with a variety of people, job functions and business segments within the organization, and externally advance legal department and business goals. Ability to identify legal risks and provide riskadjusted advice. Willingness to learn and understand strategic and operational aspects of the business and adapt in a dynamic business environment. Ability to handle multiple and varied legal projects with competing deadlines. Having an owners mindset and willingness to take initiative. Excellent judgment and people skills. Ability to operate in a multinational, matrixed organization and adapt legal advice to diverse cultural and regulatory environments. Willingness to engage in travel. Apply Today Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today! The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutriens compensation structure. Nutrien is an equalopportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law. Recruitment Process Application > Resume Review > Prescreen/Interview > Offer > PreEmployment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien. Refs increase your chances of interviewing at Nutrien by 2x. Get notified about new Legal Counsel jobs in Calgary, Alberta, Canada . #J-18808-Ljbffr