TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.
Job SummaryTYLin is seeking a Corporate Governance Counsel to join our fast-growing Legal, Compliance & Risk (LCR) team on a maternity leave coverage contract through December 31, 2026, with the potential for extension.In this role, you’ll support the legal and compliance needs of a dynamic global engineering and consulting firm, with a primary focus on legal entity management, corporate governance, equity-related matters, and general corporate support. This position also offers opportunities to contribute to M&A and other strategic legal initiatives.
You’ll work closely with colleagues across Legal, Finance, Tax, HR, and Strategy, helping to ensure our corporate governance practices are effective, efficient, and compliant. You should bring strong attention to detail, organizational discipline, and the ability to manage complex projects across jurisdictions. You enjoy improving processes, finding smarter ways of working, and guiding others through change.
This is an excellent opportunity to expand your in-house legal experience in a collaborative, fast-paced, and global environment.
This position may be based in Vancouver, Calgary, or Toronto.Responsibilities & Qualifications
What You’ll do:
Governance & Legal Entity Management
Draft and manage board and shareholder resolutions
Oversee legal entity lifecycle events (formations, dissolutions, amendments)
Draft governing documents and coordinate jurisdictional filings
Maintain minute books and legal records; manage the entity management platform
Respond to internal and external KYC/UBO and ownership information requests
Support the administration of the company’s equity program
Collaboration & Compliance
Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and non-legal professionals across departments to support business objectives
Serve as a key contact for governance best practices, driving consistency and compliance globally
Provide input on strategic governance initiatives and special projects
Process Improvement & Technology
Help implement new systems and tools that improve the accuracy, efficiency, and accessibility of governance processes and data
Identify and drive process enhancements that streamline corporate operations
Manage relationships with external counsel and governance service providers
Cross-Functional Support
Support tax, finance, and treasury with required certifications and documentation
Participate in broader department or company-wide initiatives as needed
What You’ll Bring:
JD (or equivalent) and a minimum of 2 years of experience in general corporate, regulatory, or transactional law in a law firm or in-house environment
Licensed to practice law in a US state or Canadian province
Strong knowledge of US and/or Canadian legal systems
Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills
High attention to detail and accountability for quality work
Ability to manage sensitive/confidential information with discretion
Experience with or willingness to learn entity management systems (e.g., Diligent Entities)
Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional team setting
Strong judgment, initiative, and a solutions-oriented mindset
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with international governance matters (e.g., Europe, Latin America, Middle East-Africa, Asia Pacific)
Additional language skills, especially French, Spanish, or Mandarin
Experience designing or implementing scalable legal processes or governance programs
TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $70.00 - $75.00 per hour for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.
TYLin is committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at [email protected]. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.
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TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.
Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.
TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.
