Director Deputy General Counsel - Regulatory Affairs
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Homewood
Posted on: April 20, 2024
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Job Description:
At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can
expect an interesting environment where you're part of making sure
our business is running optimally and safely-helping keep the
economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and
opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize
hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to
thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together
as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work
we do matters. Join us!Job SummaryThe Director, Deputy General
Counsel, Regulatory Affairs is responsible for providing legal
opinions on matters related to the regulatory, safety and economic
frameworks applicable to CN in the United States (U.S.), as well as
cross-border issues with Canada and Mexico. The role requires
proactive leadership, autonomy, and flexibility as the incumbent
represents the Organization before various regulatory agencies and
handles outside counsel in judicial authorities. Moreover, the
position supports all CN functions on any regulatory matters
raised.Main ResponsibilitiesLegal Opinions Regulatory--- Provide
legal opinions respecting the Interstate Commerce Act, the
Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) Termination Act, and the
Surface Transportation Board (STB) Reauthorization Act and all
other statutes applicable to CN activities--- Strategize to advise
departments on initiatives to validate consistency with the
regulatory framework, including commercial contracts and
operational plans, and cross-border legal issues--- Review and
strategize communication materials prepared by the Government and
Public Affairs departmentAdvocacy--- Strategize and make various
filings with all regulatory agencies in support of CN's position---
Give instruction to outside counsel acting on behalf of CN in
outside courts--- Engage with government officials having a direct
influence on the orders to be issued to CN--- Attend meetings or
hearings, either as Lead Counsel or to provide instructions to
outside counsel, dealing with matters affecting the Organization's
interest--- Manage an extensive internal and external network and
facilitate other relationship building across CNCross-functional
Counsel--- Adopt a proactive and strategic cross-functional
approach in the provision of legal opinion, including supporting CN
strategic initiatives--- Collaborate with CN functions and
externally to solve problems creatively--- Provide counsel to all
functions at CN when the questions raised involve the regulatory
framework and work with them in planning strategyWorking
ConditionsThe role has standard working conditions in an office
environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday and
flexibility to work remotely in accordance with CN policy. The role
requires being available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical
incidences. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be
able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress. The role
requires occasional travel (up to 40%) within the U.S. or
Canada.RequirementsExperienceRegulatory Affairs--- Minimum 10 years
of experience with the rail industryo Demonstrated experience in a
fast-paced environment with a strong ability for prioritization and
the capacity to adapt to various working models and cultureso
Experience in the transportation or railroad industry or federal
agency regulating railroads* *Any experience for these above would
be considered as an assetEducation/Certification/Designation---
Bachelor's Degree or Juris Doctor (JD) --- Member of good standing
admitted in Washington, DC--- Clerkship with a federal judge**Any
education for these above would be considered as an
assetCompetencies--- Demonstrates agility and drives change---
Knows the business and stays current on industry needs--- Applies
critical thinking--- Sets direction and inspires others---
Communicates with impact--- Delegates and empowers others to create
accountability--- Collaborates with others and shares
information--- Demonstrates active listening--- Identifies needs
and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholders--- Leads
by example for the safety and security of allTechnical
Skills/Knowledge--- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word,
Excel, PowerPoint)--- Extensive knowledge of the federal statutes
that may apply to CN activities, including the Interstate Commerce
Act, ICC Termination Act, STB Reauthorization Act, and the Federal
Rail Safety Act--- Ability to learn and understand railway
operation and activities concerning the regulatory frameworkAbout
CNCN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler.
Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities
it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of
natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods
throughout North America every year. As the only railroad
connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern
tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its
affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and
sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs
supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At
CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our
customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to
deliver results.CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It
is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates
without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age,
or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential
functions of the job with or without accommodation. Only qualified
candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor
your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made
through email.
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