Neil Proudfoot
About Neil Proudfoot
Neil Proudfoot is the Director of Contracts at CIBC, with extensive experience in legal services and a strong background in both municipal and corporate environments.
Current Position at CIBC
Neil Proudfoot currently holds the role of Director, Contracts at CIBC, a position he has been in since 2022. In this role, Neil is responsible for managing contract negotiations and agreements, leveraging his extensive background in legal services. He operates out of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and plays a significant role in the corporate legal environment of the bank.
Previous Experience at York Region
Prior to his current role, Neil Proudfoot worked as Associate Counsel at York Region (The Regional Municipality of York) from 2020 to 2021. During his tenure in Newmarket, Ontario, Neil provided legal counsel and contributed to the municipality's legal framework, demonstrating his capability in handling complex legal issues in a government setting.
Legal Roles at Town of East Gwillimbury
Neil Proudfoot has extensive experience at the Town of East Gwillimbury, having held multiple positions over several years. He served as Associate Solicitor from 2019 to 2020, Deputy Clerk- Legal Services from 2017 to 2019, and as Student-at-Law in 2017. Additionally, he worked as a Law Student from 2015 to 2017 and as Crew Member, Crew Leader from 2010 to 2015. Throughout his time there, Neil gained a comprehensive understanding of municipal legal services and developed his legal expertise in various capacities.
Educational Background
Neil Proudfoot pursued his education at the University of Leicester, where he completed his Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree between 2013 and 2015. Prior to that, he studied at Western University, achieving an Honors Bachelor of Arts with a specialization in History and a minor in Political Science from 2008 to 2013. His academic background in law and political science provided a solid foundation for his legal career.
Career in Legal Services
Neil Proudfoot's professional journey demonstrates a strong progression from early roles in municipal legal services to his current leadership position. His experience includes roles such as District Manager/Franchisee at Student Works Painting and Warehouse Attendant at Metroland. His career trajectory showcases his versatility and commitment to growing his legal expertise and assuming leadership roles.