A.I. Learning Counsel

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Director, Learning & Development, the A.I. Learning Counsel will lead the design, development, and implementation of Fasken’s artificial intelligence (A.I.) training and adoption programs. This role supports legal and business professionals across Fasken’s Canadian regions and its London and Johannesburg offices. As a key member of the firm’s cross-departmental AI team, collaborating with Knowledge and Practice Innovation (KMPI) and Information Technology (IT), you will ensure AI training and adoption align with Fasken’s strategic AI objectives and annual business goals. Primary internal clients include lawyers, legal students, legal administrative staff, Human Resources, and other business administrative staff.

Primary Responsibilities

Strategy & Program Development

• In collaboration with the Senior Director, Learning & Development, design, develop, and implement a multi-year A.I. learning strategy aligned with the firm’s talent and innovation goals.
• Partner with AI experts in Knowledge and Practice Innovation and Information Technology to identify A.I. learning needs across practice groups, business services, and leadership.
• Develop and maintain a firm-wide A.I. curriculum, from foundational literacy to advanced, practice-specific applications.
• Stay current on emerging A.I. learning trends and assess their impact on the firm.
• Attend KMPI and IT meetings on A.I., and update firm documents, procedures, and processes to incorporate changes into A.I. training.

Learning Execution & Delivery

• Create and oversee the facilitation of engaging training programs (live workshops, e-learning, certifications, on-demand modules) on A.I. concepts, tools, and use cases in legal practice.
• Partner with Knowledge Management to incorporate A.I. into Learning & Development materials for lawyers and staff.
• Develop A.I. skills programs tailored to the needs of Fasken’s legal professionals, including summer articling students, articling students, paralegals, associates, partners, and business professional roles.
• Create A.I. learning journeys for various firm members, including legal assistants, marketing, business development, finance, and IT professionals.
• Collaborate with KMPI and IT on, and contribute to, the Firm’s AI Collective initiatives across practices and business departments to build internal expertise and mentorship capacity.
• Oversee and contribute to the development and maintenance of relevant A.I. learning resources and materials.
• Maintain technical competence in software and A.I. applications supported by the firm and stay updated on new technologies.

Adoption, Risk & Change Management

• Promote responsible use of A.I. in alignment with firm policies, client expectations, and professional obligations.
• Support change management by equipping lawyers and staff with the skills, tools, and confidence to adopt A.I. in daily work.
• In collaboration with KMPI and IT, monitor adoption metrics, learning outcomes, and feedback to refine programming and measure ROI.
• Maintain learning records, reports, evaluations, and effectiveness of the firm's A.I. Learning and continuously work towards A.I. learning maturity.

Collaboration & Thought Leadership

• In coordination with KMPI, contribute to thought leadership content (articles, presentations, webinars) to showcase the firm’s A.I. expertise internally and externally.
• Collaborate with lawyers and legal teams, as well as KMPI, to identify opportunities for implementing learning technology solutions to enhance learning efficiency and effectiveness.
• Work with KMPI and key stakeholders on all aspects of A.I. skills training.
• Work on projects and other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge And Experience

• J.D./LL.B. and member in good standing with a Canadian law society.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience practicing law, with exposure to legal technology, knowledge management, or innovation initiatives.
• Proven experience designing and delivering legal training or professional development programs.
• Strong understanding of emerging A.I. technologies in legal practice (e.g., generative A.I., contract review, legal research, analytics).
• French/Bilingual language skills is an asset.
• Strong foundation in instructional and learning design, with experience developing effective training solutions.
• Experience with learning technologies, including Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital learning tools, as well as familiarity with Microsoft Copilot.
• Experience delivering training both in-person and virtually, adapting content to diverse learning styles.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across regions and functions.
• Understanding of change management principles and the ability to support stakeholders through change.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills in a dynamic environment.
• Business-minded, results-oriented, and customer-focused approach.
• Adaptable, resilient, and committed to continuous learning and professional growth.

Key skills/competency

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Instructional Design
• Legal Technology
• Learning & Development
• Change Management
• Curriculum Development
• Knowledge Management
• Generative AI
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Program Management