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Senior Legal Counsel Alternatives, Global Asset Management
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Application Deadline:
10/06/2025Address:
100 King Street WestJob Family Group:
LegalBMO Financial Group is seeking a full-time lawyer to join the legal team in Toronto as Senior Legal Counsel responsible for providing legal support to BMO Global Asset Management’s (BMO GAM) manufacturing of alternative products, including private market assets and hedge funds, for institutional and retail accredited investors.
You will deliver expert and experienced legal support to BMO GAM’s Canadian business, operations and corporate affairs, including:
creating new products with a focus on alternative investments, including private market assets like private credit, private debt, private equity, infrastructure and real estate, and hedge funds
acting as a subject matter expert on relevant laws, regulations and policies relating to alternative investments
drafting documents, including offering memoranda, material contracts, constating documents, regulatory applications and filings in support of the creation and distribution of BMO GAM’s products
drafting and negotiating agreements, including trust agreements, limited partnership agreements, investment management agreements, dealer agreements, subscription agreements and side letters
supporting distribution of BMO GAM’s products, including review of sales and marketing material
advising on a wide array of new and existing securities laws and regulatory initiatives, including compliance with National Instrument 31-103 Registration Requirements, Exemptions and Ongoing Registrant Obligations and National Instrument 81-106 Investment Fund Continuous Disclosure
advising on corporate governance matters
identifying risks and implementing appropriate actions to mitigate them
building effective relationships and collaborating with internal/external stakeholders
instructing and managing external legal counsel
broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed
This position will not be responsible for litigation matters.
The successful candidate will be a team player with strong legal and organizational skills and a proven ability to:
make things happen with pace
effect change
tackle challenges outside of your historic expertise
support our business as it evolves and pursues new opportunities
Qualifications
Knowledge
Minimum requirements are a degree in law (LLB/JD) and license to practice law in Canada
7+ years post Call to the Bar expertise while in private practice, in-house or at a regulatory body
Experience in and strong legal knowledge of Canadian securities laws, regulatory, business, commercial and corporate matters, with expertise in alternative investments
Experience in cross-jurisdictional alternative investment matters would be an asset
Knowledge of the business and regulatory environment in which BMO Financial Group operates
Skills:
Strong judgment and analytical capability
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent relationship management skills
Strong drafting and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Solution-oriented with strong ability to make things happen with pace
Salary :
$111,800.00 - $208,000.00Pay Type:
SalariedThe above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.
Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.
BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit:
About Us
At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.
As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.
To find out more visit us at .
BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.
Senior Legal Counsel, Finance & Securities
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Application Deadline:
10/31/2025Address:
100 King Street WestJob Family Group:
LegalThis role is part of the Enterprise Legal – Technology & Operations and Corporate Areas - Finance and Securities Team. The Senior Legal Counsel’s principal responsibility is to provide senior level securities and corporate law advice and services in support of BMO Financial Group’s Treasury, Investor Relations, Capital Management and Chief Accountant’s Group functions, as well as on matters that impact BMO Financial Group at an enterprise level. In particular, provide senior level support with respect to matters such as: (i) global public and private offerings and internal financings; (ii) continuous disclosure obligations; (iii) capital management activities such as security redemptions, normal course issuer bids and dividend reinvestment plans; (iv) interaction with regulators; (vi) securities law implications with respect to mergers and acquisitions; (v) general Treasury management activities; (vi) risk mitigation transactions, such as synthetic securitizations, non-payment insurance and risk participations; and (v1i) certain corporate governance matters.
Provides and manages the delivery of legal and regulatory advice on products, initiatives, strategies, policies and developments for and on behalf of BMO Financial Group. Provides legal advice based on knowledge of legal principles, practices and procedures, and knowledge of the financial services industry and its environment. Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives. Works to achieve organizational goals while minimizing legal risk.
Makes recommendations to senior leaders on strategy and new initiatives, based on an in-depth understanding of the business/group.
May participate in the design of legal advice strategies & approaches for the unit activity and making recommendations to minimize legal issues.
Acts as the prime subject matter expert for internal/external stakeholders.
Exercises judgement on complex, confidential and sensitive matters
Identifies and resolves moderately complex issues.
Determines root causes and negotiates resolutions.
Delivers legal advice, instructs external counsel and ensures compliance with internal policies & procedures for a single or small number of function(s).
Acts as a subject matter expert on relevant laws, regulations and policies.
Resolves daily issues and/or escalates with appropriate analysis and/or recommendations.
Identifies risks and implements appropriate actions to mitigate them.
Implements areas of improvement to ensure consistency with market place.
Builds effective relationships with internal/ external stakeholders.
Geographic scope: up to global.
Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.
Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.
Implements changes in response to shifting trends.
Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.
Qualifications:
Typically 7 years of legal practice or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Degree in law (LLB or JD) and license to practice law in relevant jurisdiction.
Private practice, in-house experience or experience at regulatory body relating to the regulation of business/group activities may be required.
Knowledge in legal field, typically with a functional or business line specialization.
Knowledge of business and regulatory environment in which BMO Financial Group operates.
Advanced knowledge of subject matter legal requirements and the operations of a single client group.
Negotiation skills - in depth.
Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.
Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth / Expert.
Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth / Expert.
Influence skills - In-depth / Expert.
Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration - In-depth / Expert.
Able to manage ambiguity.
Data driven decision making - In-depth / Expert.
Salary :
$111,800.00 - $208,000.00Pay Type:
SalariedThe above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.
Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.
BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit:
About Us
At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.
As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.
To find out more visit us at .
BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.
Senior Legal Counsel, Global Asset Management
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Application Deadline:
10/06/2025Address:
100 King Street WestJob Family Group:
LegalBMO Financial Group is seeking a full-time lawyer to join the legal team in Toronto as Senior Counsel responsible for providing legal support to BMO Global Asset Management’s (BMO GAM) manufacturing of retail and institutional investment products, including the BMO Mutual Funds, BMO Exchange Traded Funds, BMO AM Pooled Funds and alternative products.
You will deliver expert and experienced legal support to BMO GAM’s Canadian business, operations and corporate affairs, with a focus on its investment fund manager and portfolio manager, including:
Creating new products with a focus on mutual funds, ETFs, pooled funds and alternative products
Maintaining existing products
Drafting documents, including prospectuses, annual information forms, offering memoranda, material contracts, constating documents, regulatory applications and filings in support of the creation and continuous distribution of BMO GAM’s products
Drafting and negotiating agreements, including investment management agreements, sub-advisor agreements, dealer agreements and subscription agreements
Supporting distribution of BMO GAM’s products, including review of sales and marketing material
Advising on a wide array of new and existing securities laws and regulatory initiatives, including compliance with National Instrument 81-102 Investment Funds
Advising on corporate governance matters
Identifying risks and implementing appropriate actions to mitigate them
Building effective relationships and collaborating with internal/external stakeholders
Instructing and managing external legal counsel
Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed
This position will not be responsible for litigation matters.
The successful candidate will be a team player with strong legal and organizational skills and a proven ability to:
Make things happen with pace
Effect change
Tackle challenges outside of your historic expertise
Support our business as it evolves and pursues new opportunities
Qualifications
Knowledge
Minimum requirements are a degree in law (LLB/JD) and license to practice law in Canada
7+ years post Call to the Bar expertise while in private practice, in-house or at a regulatory body
Experience in and strong legal knowledge of Canadian securities laws, regulatory, business, commercial and corporate matters, with expertise in investment funds and asset management
Experience in cross-jurisdictional investment fund and asset management matters would be an asset
Knowledge of the business and regulatory environment in which BMO Financial Group operates
Skills:
Strong judgment and analytical capability
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent relationship management skills
Strong drafting and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Solution-oriented with strong ability to make things happen with pace
Salary :
$111,800.00 - $208,000.00Pay Type:
SalariedThe above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.
Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.
BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit:
About Us
At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.
As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.
To find out more visit us at .
BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.
Intermediate Legal Assistant
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Canada's National Specialty Insurance Firm
Dolden Wallace Folick LLP ("Dolden") is a high performance law firm that practices insurance related litigation throughout Canada, with a focus on claims emanating from specialty lines of insurance. Our goal is to be the law firm of choice for insurers and their Canadian based litigation claims. Dolden has repeatedly been recognized as one of the top Insurance Defence firms in Canada, with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, Toronto, Guelph and Halifax.
We are committed to encouraging diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work and for each partner, employee and client to feel included and respected.
We strive to attract, retain and promote employees who are the best at what they do and who reflect the diversity of the communities where we live and work, particularly for those who have been historically excluded from, and under-represented in, the practice of law.
We offer a dynamic, challenging and collaborative work environment that provides you with the opportunity to make decisions and influence results. If you are interested in making your mark and contributing to the overall success of our team, this is a perfect time to apply.
Our firm continues to grow, so we are currently searching for an Intermediate Legal Administrative Assistant to join our Toronto office.
The ideal candidates will have:
· Exceptional attention to detail and is adept at setting priorities
· Strong grammatical skills, including punctuation and proofreading
· Effective communication skills both written and verbal
· Organization and time management skills
· The capability to be an energetic self-starter who initiates and anticipates needs
· A passion for providing superior client service
· The ability to creatively solve problems, make decisions, facilitate and manage deadlines
· The dexterity to remain calm under pressure
· The aptitude to work both independently and within a team
· The capability to work full-time Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
· The availability to work in the office a minimum of two (2) days per week
Responsibilities:
· Coordinate, manage and schedule meetings and appointments
· Draft, review and send communications
· Open and close client files
· Conduct searches and conflict checks
· Update and maintain client/matter lists
· Prepare a high volume of legal documents and correspondence
· Set court dates and discoveries and communicate with registries
· Organize documents for court
· Maintain an efficient file management and BF system
· Perform a wide variety of support duties including but not limited to arranging couriers, faxing, scanning, photocopying and maintaining a paper and electronic filing system
· Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
· A graduate from a recognized Legal Administration Assistant or Law Clerk program
· In-depth knowledge of legal principles and practices
· A minimum of five (5) years litigation experience, preferably in insurance defence
· Exceptional technical skills with Microsoft Office
· Demonstrated ability using electronic file management systems, preferably iManage
· Knowledge of Elite 3E
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes:
· Firm paid extended health, dental, AD&D benefits
· Life & Disability insurance
· Paid sick and personal days
· Employee Assistance Program
· RRSP matching program
· Fitness benefit
The firm also offers:
· Professional Development & Continuing Education
· Firm mentoring programs
· A work life balance
· The opportunity to grow your career
· Firm Social events
· Employment service awards
· A flexible schedule
· A hybrid work environment
To join our team, please send your cover letter and resume to:
Heather Walker CPHR
Director of HR & Operations
We thank all applicants for their interest in our firm, however, only those persons selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- Are you able to commute to the office at minimum 2 days per week?
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)
Experience:
- Litigation: 5 years (required)
- Insurance Defence: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Legal assistant or Law Clerk Certificate (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5C 2T6
Legal Assistant
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About Us:
We are a growing law firm based in Brampton, Ontario, dedicated to providing practical and strategic legal services to a wide range of clients. Our practice areas include Commercial Law, Employment Law, Business Sales & Purchase, Real Estate Law, Civil and Commercial Litigation and Immigration Law. We pride ourselves on a client-focused approach and a collaborative work environment.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will assist with managing files, preparing legal documents, and supporting our lawyers across multiple practice areas. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in a dynamic legal environment.
Key Responsibilities:
· Prepare, draft, and review legal documents and correspondence
· Manage client files from intake to closing, including document organization and e-filing
· Assist with commercial transactions, real estate closings, employment matters, and immigration applications
· Draft agreements, purchase and sale documents, and employment-related contracts
· Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, real estate agents, and government agencies
· Conduct legal research and provide summaries
· Track deadlines, schedule appointments, and support day-to-day office operations
Qualifications:
· Legal Assistant or Law Clerk diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution
· 1–3 years of relevant experience in a law firm (preferably in Ontario)
· Strong knowledge of legal procedures and documentation requirements in Ontario
· Proficiency with legal software such as Clio, PCLaw, Teraview, Conveyancer, Unity, and MS Office
· Experience in working on files for residential real estate closings in Ontario
· Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills
· Ability to handle multiple files and work independently under supervision
Preferred Assets:
· Experience with legal research
· Familiarity with business purchase and sale transactions
· Prior work in a small to mid-sized law firm
Compensation:
Competitive compensation based on experience, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team environment.
How to Apply: Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to , with the subject line: "Legal Assistant Application – (Your Name)"
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $17.20-$20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Legal Assistant
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Our busy Personal Injury law office is looking for a full time legal assistant.
Our ideal candidate must have sufficient computer knowledge specifically with Microsoft office suite (word, outlook) and Adobe PDF; excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work well with others.
In addition, the role requires the following:
- Drafting letters and memos from dictation;
- Scanning and filing executed documents;
- E-Filing court documents;
- Maintaining and updating, file organization and management;
- Arranging various client appointments including scheduling of questioning;
- Ordering and providing response to undertakings;
- Drafting of Pleadings including Affidavit of Records, Statement of Claims, Bill of Costs;
- Completing mediation briefs and settlement proposals from dictation;
- Completion of final accounts and closing documents;
- Using precedent letters to request records from various offices;
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to use Microsoft Office and Adobe PDF;
- Confident with working well independently;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Ability to work 40 hours per week (full time).
Yanko & Popovic offers a friendly work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
Real Estate/Corporate Legal Assistant
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We are pleased to announce that we are hiring for the position of a Real Estate/Corporate Legal Assistant to join our practice in Calgary. We are looking for an energetic, conscientious professional, who can multi- task to meet tight deadlines. This person must have the ability to work independently while ensuring tasks are completed accurately and in a timely fashion. This role requires someone with a can-do attitude that is experienced in commercial and residential real estate and with a strong interest to grow with our team.
Key accountabilities and responsibilities:
· Prepare real estate conveyancing documentation
· Prepare and file land titles documents
· Prepare final reporting and invoices
· Prepare annual maintenance packages for Alberta, Federal, and Extra-Provincial entities.
· Prepare and file various change documents (Notices of Change, Annual Returns, Trade Name Declarations, etc.).
· Conduct CORES Level I filings with Alberta Corporate Registry and online filings with Corporations Canada.
· Conduct corporate searches and obtain Certificates of Status.
· Maintain the integrity of corporate databases, virtual minute books, and firm records.
· Draft and revise a variety corporate documents.
· Telephone calls and email correspondence to/from clients
· Schedule meetings
· Administrative duties such as filing, scanning, opening and closing physical files, obtaining cheques, manage electronic and physical legal files
Qualifications:
· Completed Grade 12 and successful completion of the Legal Assistant program from an approved educational institution
· Minimum 2 years' experience in residential real estate
· CORES 1 accreditation is an asset
· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook and Word
· Working knowledge of conveyancer software
· Experience in drafting corporate documentation
· Ability to provide excellent client service
· Ability to assess and balance multiple tasks with different priority levels with high attention to detail
· Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
· Strong time management and organizational skills
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Above average attention to detail
Salary is based on experience and weekly hours worked.
"Good law firms will meet the needs of their clients; Great law firms will create opportunities for their clients."
If you are interested in joining the team at DD West LLP, please forward your resume and cover letter.
DD West LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all candidates who apply, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted. No phone calls and/or agencies please.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00-$0,000.00 per year (depending on experience)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 45,000.00- 60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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Sr. Legal
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This position provides operational support to the Chief Legal Officer and the HR Leadership Team. The role combines expertise in legal administration, corporate governance, and HR operations. The individual must be detail-oriented, proactive, highly organized and must be able to work independently in a fast-paced public company environment while handling confidential information.
Essential Job Functions
Legal Operations & Corporate Governance
- Provide key support to the Chief Legal Officer across legal and governance matters.
- Create and maintain process documentation to streamline internal workflows.
- Keep legal files organized and properly labelled according to established nomenclature.
- Develop and maintain the full contract lifecycle: template creation/editing, workflow optimization in Ironclad, approvals, renewals, and signature tracking.
- Maintain corporate governance documentation and records in compliance with the company standards.
- Coordinate logistics for board and committee meetings, and annual general meetings including scheduling, preparing agendas, meeting minutes, resolutions and meeting materials, and administering the board portal.
- Responsible for SEDI filings and related securities compliance.
- Support legal due diligence processes related to various corporate initiatives.
- Assist with drafting, redlining, proofreading, and executing legal and HR documents.
- Conduct legal research and benchmarking.
- Maintain trackers for legal matters, legal invoices and deadlines.
- Oversee eSignature processes (DocuSign) and database tracking.
- Undertake ad hoc projects, administrative duties, and executive support tasks, as assigned.
Human Resources Operations
- Administer HRIS and consultant talent management systems (BambooHR, Checkr, Worksuite), including overseeing onboarding/offboarding workflows.
- Manage employee equity grants and settlement workflows.
- Keep HR files organized.
- Monitor consulting agreement expirations and renewals.
- Prepare and maintain various templates for employment agreements, amendments, equity incentive documents, and process documentation.
- Coordinate and track performance reviews, policy acknowledgments, AODA training, and other compliance requirements.
- Create and maintain HR surveys, forms, and process documentation.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Minimum 7+ years of experience in legal operations or legal administration.
- Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills, with proven ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and advanced proofreading skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
- Proven dependability and punctuality.
- Comfortable with learning new tools, processes and working in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in contract management and productivity tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, DocuSign, and Slack. Experience working with BambooHR, WorkSuite, Ledgy, and Checkr is an asset.
- Prior public company experience is an asset
Legal Counsel
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About Us
Founded in 2020, FIKA has quickly grown into one of Canada's fastest-growing lifestyle brand redefining cannabis retailer, operating over 200 stores across six provinces. As we continue to expand, our high-performing legal team plays a critical role in navigating complex transactions, governance, compliance, and M&A on a national scale. We are seeking a driven Legal Counsel to partner closely with our General Counsel on mission-critical legal matters and help shape that span corporate, transactional, regulatory, and employment issues.
Title
Legal Counsel
Reports To
General Counsel
Summary
As Legal Counsel, you will provide day-to-day legal support across the business, with a core focus on corporate and commercial matters. You will be involved in transactions, contract negotiation, compliance, and governance, while also gaining exposure to real estate, regulatory, employment, litigation. This role is ideal for a lawyer eager to accelerate their in-house career by working closely with a General Counsel in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Skills & Attributes
- Business-minded with the ability to deliver practical, risk-balanced advice.
- Comfortable adopting and working with legal technology platforms, contract management systems, and AI-enabled tools.
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative and able to build strong relationships across departments.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements (e.g., NDAs, service agreements, vendor contracts, leases, SaaS agreements, licensing agreements).
- Support corporate and transactional work, including M&A, corporate structuring, financings.
- Assist with corporate governance, including board and shareholder matters, minute books, and corporate record-keeping.
- Support real estate and leasing matters, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating lease agreements, renewals, amendments and related documents, as well as coordinating with landlords.
- Provide legal support on employment and labour matters.
- Monitor and advise on regulatory and compliance requirements
- Liaise with provincial and federal regulatory bodies on licensing, compliance, and related matters, ensuring the company maintains good standing and proactively addresses regulatory issues.
- Assist with management of the company's intellectual property portfolio (primarily trademarks).
- Conduct legal research and prepare practical, business-oriented advice for stakeholders across the organization.
- Support implementation of corporate policies and risk management frameworks
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, HR, Operations, Regulatory and Real Estate teams to advance business initiatives.
- Leverage legal technology and AI tools to streamline contract review, research, document management, and compliance processes, contributing to greater efficiency across the legal function.
- Such other duties and functions as the Company may assign to the Employee from time to time;
Qualification
- Member in good standing of the Ontario Bar (J.D. required).
- 1–5 years of post-call experience, ideally at a leading law firm or in-house legal department.
- Solid foundation in corporate/commercial law, with strong experience in contracts and transactions.
- Exposure real estate, employment, regulatory, or litigation matters is an asset.
The FIKA Company respects the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths.
*Thank you for your interest and application, only those selected for next steps will be contacted. *
legal assistant
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- Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
- Langue de travail: Anglais
- Heures de travail: 30 hours per week
- Education:
- Expérience:
- Education
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- Work setting
- General law practice
- Tasks
- Coordinate the flow of information
- Open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material
- Schedule and confirm appointments
- Train staff
- Maintain filing system
- Record and prepare minutes of court sessions, meetings or conferences
- Determine and establish office procedures and routines
- Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
- Prepare financial statements and reports
- Prepare and key in correspondence and legal documents
- Review and proofread documents and correspondence to ensure compliance with legal procedures and grammatical usage
- Computer and technology knowledge
- MS Word
- MS Office
- Electronic mail
- MS Access
- MS Excel
- MS Outlook
- MS PowerPoint
- MS Windows
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- WordPerfect
- Area of work experience
- Contracts
- Correspondence
- Invoices
- Reports and records
- Management
- Security and safety
- Criminal record check
- Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Large caseload
- Experience
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
- Financial benefits
- Bonus
- Other benefits
- Free parking available
- Support for newcomers and refugees
- Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition