At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic negotiations and oversee legal claims for Atikameksheng Anishnawbek.
- Company: Join a proud Nation dedicated to honouring Indigenous rights and culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, RRSP matching, health coverage, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Engaging work environment with opportunities for advancement.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in advancing Indigenous rights and land recovery.
- Qualifications: University degree in relevant fields and extensive experience in legal claims and negotiations.
The predicted salary is between 60.5 - 60.5 $ per hour.
Atikameksheng Anishnawbek will thrive together as a strong and proud Nation by honouring our gifts of Anishinabemowin and the Life of the Land.
Position: Director of Claims & Negotiations
Department: Legal Claims & Negotiations
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary: $46- $60.50/HR – 35 Hours per Week
Location: Naughton, ON
Closing Date: November 4, 2026, at 4:00pm
POSITION SCOPE
The Director of Claims & Negotiations provides senior strategic leadership for Atikameksheng Anishnawbek’s Legal Claims & Negotiations Department within the Political Office. The Director oversees a coordinated, Nation-controlled approach to legal claims, Treaty matters, strategic negotiations, consultation and accommodation, litigation oversight, Lands Recovery, policy and legal research, evidence management, territorial intelligence, and related jurisdictional initiatives.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A university degree in Law, Indigenous Studies, Public Administration, Political Science, Land and Resource Management, Business, Economics, or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and extensive relevant experience.
- A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in legal claims, Indigenous rights, Treaty matters, land and resource management, consultation and accommodation, or intergovernmental negotiations.
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience leading or supervising multidisciplinary teams, major negotiations, complex projects, or high-value strategic initiatives is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience working with First Nations governments and advancing Indigenous rights, land claims, resource development, or intergovernmental relations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide strategic advice and recommendations on legal claims, Treaty matters, negotiations, consultation and accommodation, territorial issues, Lands Recovery, emerging legal risks, and jurisdictional initiatives.
- Implement Council directives and ensure significant files align with approved mandates, the Legal Strategy, Lands Recovery Strategy, Governance Strategic Priorities Report (GSPR), and other strategic priorities.
- Lead the ongoing development, implementation, and operations of the Legal Claims & Negotiations Department.
- Lead, support, and coordinate complex, multi-party negotiations involving land claims, Treaty implementation, resource development, Impact Benefit Agreements (IBAs), intergovernmental arrangements, jurisdiction, self-government, and other Council-authorized matters.
We offer attractive benefits, opportunities for advancement and an engaging work environment. We offer a RRSP with a matched contribution at a rate of 5%, EFAP program, and health and insurance coverage and benefits. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
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