74 Legal Advisory jobs in Canada

Client: Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care

Position: Director, Legal Services

Reports to: VP Corporate Services

Location: Toronto, Ontario

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Director will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal support to Yee Hong, focusing on contracts, life leases, governance policy development and support, managing Yee Hong’s risk matrix, and potential claims.

This individual will work closely with the senior leadership team and departments to ensure the organization remains compliant with legal standards, minimizes legal risks, and develops strategies for long-term sustainability and growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Governance Support:

• Provide governance support to the Board of Directors through the Board’s Governance Committee and senior leadership regarding governance issues and board practices.
• Assist with the preparation of governance documents, including bylaws, resolutions, and corporate minutes.
• Advise on corporate governance policies, ensuring compliance with relevant corporate law.

Contract Management and Negotiations:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including service agreements, vendor contracts, lease agreements, and partnerships, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Work closely with department heads to ensure the implementation and management of contracts across the organization.
• On complex or specialized areas will collaborate with external counsel on behalf of Yee Hong to ensure best resolutions and outcomes.

Life Lease Agreements:

• Manage, review, and provide legal advice on life lease agreements, including the creation of standard terms and conditions.
• Ensure the protection of the organization’s interests and compliance with applicable housing laws and regulations.
• Address and resolve any disputes related to life lease agreements in collaboration with internal and external parties.

Risk Management:

• Assist in the identification and management of legal risks within the organization.
• Develop risk management strategies, including policies to mitigate potential liabilities, particularly in areas of employment law, healthcare regulations, and real estate.
• Support the leadership team in managing legal risks related to operations, patient care, and organizational growth.

Claims and Litigation Support:

• Provide guidance and support in the management of potential claims, including personal injury, regulatory violations, and other legal disputes.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel, ensuring the effective defense and resolution of claims.
• Advise the organization on strategies to minimize legal exposure and mitigate risks.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Qualifications:

• Law degree from an accredited law school. (Admission to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction. (Optional))
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal role, preferably in a healthcare or long-term care setting.
• Proven ability to negotiate complex contracts and manage legal documents.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

Key Competencies:

• Legal expertise in long-term care, healthcare, or related fields.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory and legal environments.
• Strong business acumen with an understanding of operational impacts.
• Sound judgment and ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Experience drafting contracts and agreement.Ability to translate legal concepts into plain language.
• Ability to work independently and quickly read and understand complex contracts and agreements.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to manage conflicts and disputes.
• Excellent negotiation skills to drive favourable contract outcomes
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess legal risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Working with Board of Directors and Sub Committees of Board an asset.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills including strong knowledge of PowerPoint, excel and word processing.
• Demonstrated abilities to work independently and effectively in collaborative work-teams and cross functional reporting relationships.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, coordination, time management and presentation skills, self-motivated and able to follow through initiatives effectively and efficiently until completion.
• Satisfactory Police Reference Check (with vulnerable sector screen) result.

About LHH Knightsbridge –

LHH helps organizations simplify the complexity associated with transforming their leadership and workforce so they can accelerate results, with less risk.

As global leaders in Talent and Leadership Development, Career Solutions and Executive, Interim and Mid-Level Search, we assist organizations in finding new talent, and helping their employees navigate change, become better leaders, develop better careers, and transition into new jobs. We have the local expertise, global infrastructure, and industry leading technology and analytics required to simplify the complexity associated with executing critical talent and workforce initiatives, reducing brand and operational risk. Teams across Canada and around the world leverage our proven programs and global experience to deliver tailored solutions to clients that align talent with the needs of their business.

Established in 1967, we have been providing outplacement services for 52 years. LHH is a wholly owned subsidiary of Adecco, SA, a publicly held Fortune Global 500 firm and the world’s leading provider of HR solutions, with approximately 32,000 FTE employees and 5,100 branches in over 66 countries and territories around the world. LHH has more than 4,000 employees around the globe including 2,200+ certified Career Coaches.

Client: Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care

Position: Director, Legal Services

Reports to: VP Corporate Services

Location: Toronto, Ontario

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Director will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal support to Yee Hong, focusing on contracts, life leases, governance policy development and support, managing Yee Hong’s risk matrix, and potential claims.

This individual will work closely with the senior leadership team and departments to ensure the organization remains compliant with legal standards, minimizes legal risks, and develops strategies for long-term sustainability and growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Governance Support:

• Provide governance support to the Board of Directors through the Board’s Governance Committee and senior leadership regarding governance issues and board practices.
• Assist with the preparation of governance documents, including bylaws, resolutions, and corporate minutes.
• Advise on corporate governance policies, ensuring compliance with relevant corporate law.

Contract Management and Negotiations:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including service agreements, vendor contracts, lease agreements, and partnerships, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Work closely with department heads to ensure the implementation and management of contracts across the organization.
• On complex or specialized areas will collaborate with external counsel on behalf of Yee Hong to ensure best resolutions and outcomes.

Life Lease Agreements:

• Manage, review, and provide legal advice on life lease agreements, including the creation of standard terms and conditions.
• Ensure the protection of the organization’s interests and compliance with applicable housing laws and regulations.
• Address and resolve any disputes related to life lease agreements in collaboration with internal and external parties.

Risk Management:

• Assist in the identification and management of legal risks within the organization.
• Develop risk management strategies, including policies to mitigate potential liabilities, particularly in areas of employment law, healthcare regulations, and real estate.
• Support the leadership team in managing legal risks related to operations, patient care, and organizational growth.

Claims and Litigation Support:

• Provide guidance and support in the management of potential claims, including personal injury, regulatory violations, and other legal disputes.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel, ensuring the effective defense and resolution of claims.
• Advise the organization on strategies to minimize legal exposure and mitigate risks.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Qualifications:

• Law degree from an accredited law school. (Admission to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction. (Optional))
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal role, preferably in a healthcare or long-term care setting.
• Proven ability to negotiate complex contracts and manage legal documents.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

Key Competencies:

• Legal expertise in long-term care, healthcare, or related fields.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory and legal environments.
• Strong business acumen with an understanding of operational impacts.
• Sound judgment and ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Experience drafting contracts and agreement.Ability to translate legal concepts into plain language.
• Ability to work independently and quickly read and understand complex contracts and agreements.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to manage conflicts and disputes.
• Excellent negotiation skills to drive favourable contract outcomes
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess legal risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Working with Board of Directors and Sub Committees of Board an asset.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills including strong knowledge of PowerPoint, excel and word processing.
• Demonstrated abilities to work independently and effectively in collaborative work-teams and cross functional reporting relationships.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, coordination, time management and presentation skills, self-motivated and able to follow through initiatives effectively and efficiently until completion.
• Satisfactory Police Reference Check (with vulnerable sector screen) result.

About LHH Knightsbridge –

LHH helps organizations simplify the complexity associated with transforming their leadership and workforce so they can accelerate results, with less risk.

As global leaders in Talent and Leadership Development, Career Solutions and Executive, Interim and Mid-Level Search, we assist organizations in finding new talent, and helping their employees navigate change, become better leaders, develop better careers, and transition into new jobs. We have the local expertise, global infrastructure, and industry leading technology and analytics required to simplify the complexity associated with executing critical talent and workforce initiatives, reducing brand and operational risk. Teams across Canada and around the world leverage our proven programs and global experience to deliver tailored solutions to clients that align talent with the needs of their business.

Established in 1967, we have been providing outplacement services for 52 years. LHH is a wholly owned subsidiary of Adecco, SA, a publicly held Fortune Global 500 firm and the world’s leading provider of HR solutions, with approximately 32,000 FTE employees and 5,100 branches in over 66 countries and territories around the world. LHH has more than 4,000 employees around the globe including 2,200+ certified Career Coaches.

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Legal Assistant – Financial Services
Category: Legal Support
Location: Downtown Toronto (Hybrid: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 35 hours/week, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

About Us:
We are a leading Canadian business law firm with offices in Toronto and Vancouver. With over 250 lawyers, advisors, and patent agents, we provide legal services across Canada and internationally. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional client service while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our Financial Services practice, which handles cross-border financings and commercial transactions. This role will provide dedicated support to 2 Partners and 1 Associate, managing a variety of administrative and transactional responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, edit, and organize legal and transactional documents

• Assist with transactional matters, including preparing signature packages, processing wire transfers, and assembling closing records

• Manage client file openings and conflict checks

• Handle billing, invoice processing, and related accounting tasks

• Manage lawyers’ calendars and schedules

• Communicate professionally with clients, colleagues, and external parties

• Provide accurate, high-quality administrative support while maintaining discretion and confidentiality

• Take initiative and maintain accountability for assigned work

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, ideally with exposure to corporate law

• Completion of a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities under time pressure

• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)

Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Strong document formatting and editing skills

• Experience with DocuSign and digital closing folders

• Excellent judgment, resourcefulness, and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities

Why Join Us:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Mentorship and professional development opportunities

• Supportive mid-sized firm environment with a collaborative culture

• Wellness programs, RRSP matching, and volunteer opportunities

Additional Information:

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check

• Applications will be reviewed as received; only selected candidates will be contacted

• We are an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation during the hiring process is available upon request

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.
**The Position**
**Legal Counsel**
A healthier future. It's what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That's what makes us Roche.
**Interested in making a difference?**
Roche is a company that believes it is urgent to deliver medical solutions right now while we re-imagining the future of health care. With a proud 125 history of cutting edge science bringing solutions to patients, Roche continues to push for new ways to help patients lead healthier, fuller lives. We are brave in decision and action and believe that good business means a better world.
Join a dynamic and engaged team that makes a difference to patients and the health care system. Legal counsel works in close partnership with business colleagues on a wide range of issues including clinical research and development, manufacturing, digital technology and commercialization. As a dynamic site that has both local and global functions, there are plenty of opportunity to explore a wide range of evolving topics. Particular focus on providing pragmatic advice in areas of health technology assessment, commercialization activities and ongoing digital, privacy and A.I. related initiatives.
The successful candidate will have experience in core life science industry topics, a demonstrated ability to partner and solve with different stakeholders and an interest in learning across a broad range of topics.
**The Opportunity**
+ Interactions with multiple businesses (including Pharma, Pharma Technical (PT), PD, IT, Procurement and to a lesser extent Diagnostics, Diabetes Care) for the purposes of providing legal advice and coaching across a diverse range of issues. Counsel business on appropriate risk management and mitigation strategies, as well as opportunity acceleration. Coordinate with global and counterpart affiliate colleagues to facilitate the same.
+ Coordination with Compliance Team to provide coordinated legal and compliance guardrails for commercial operations, driving accelerated opportunity realization aligned with business strategy and management of enterprise risk tolerances.
+ Coordination with Contracts Management Group to ensure appropriate level of timely legal input, drafting of additional precedents and communications and interaction with commercial units.
+ Litigation management
+ Coordination with Privacy functions and related advice
+ General case-specific legal initiatives
**Who you are**
+ You hold a Master's Degree (Juris Doctorate / LLB) and 4+ years experience in a specific Discipline : Licensed to practice as a solicitor / barrister in a jurisdiction in Canada.
+ You have experience working in Life Science, ideally in a matrix organization as well as strong demonstrated success in building and cultivating collaborative and productive relationships with senior stakeholders.
+ You are collaborative with both legal & compliance colleagues as well as business partners; solutions orientation with sound ability to balance risk and opportunity.
+ You are open-minded and inclusive, generously sharing ideas and knowledge, while being receptive to ideas and feedback from others.
+ You demonstrate familiarity with one or more of health, regulatory, privacy and contract law are preferred.
**Preferred:**
+ Bilingual in English and French.
No relocation benefits as available for this job posting
**Who we are**
A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100'000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.
Let's build a healthier future, together.
**Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Our Business

FISPAN Services Inc. (FISPAN) is an Enterprise SaaS FinTech company that allows banks to deploy embedded financial products and services to create a seamless banking connection for their clients.

Our customers are large financial institutions, and the FISPAN SaaS platform removes friction and adds value by enabling their commercial banking clients to access banking and treasury services through their preferred ERP / accounting platform.

Founded in 2016 and headquartered in downtown Vancouver, FISPAN is on a mission to create the best product in the FinTech industry and fundamentally change the way that companies bank. Being the market leader in ERP Banking, we work with the worlds Tier 1 banks with assets exceeding $3T, including J.P. Morgan Chase, Wells Fargo, TD and Bank of Montreal.

We are looking for dynamic and passionate individuals to join our high performance team and contribute to our rapid growth and exciting journey.

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Chief Legal & Risk Officer (CLRO), the Legal Counsel Technology will play an important role supporting the Legal, Human Resources (HR) and Security & GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) functions on legal and compliance matters impacting FISPAN, and collaborating with various teams at FISPAN including Product and Engineering.

The Legal Counsel Technology will be the second in-house lawyer to join the FISPAN Legal Department, and will closely collaborate with and help manage the 6-member Security & GRC team, in addition to assisting the CLRO in advising FISPANs C-Suite and Board of Directors and managing external legal counsel.

The candidate must have a strong background in technology-related transactions, including direct experience in SaaS contract strategy and negotiation, and experience in in-house settings is mandatory with limited exceptions.

Candidates with experience in the following areas will also be viewed positively while not mandatory, such experience is a major plus:

• Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance, including in relation to privacy (e.g, GDPR; CCPA); at a minimum, the candidate must have familiarity with the foregoing in the contracts or compliance context.
  

• Experience with legal operations / technology, including helping establish and scale legal teams and processes (e.g., legal intake), procure legal ops tools (including AI-powered), and drive metrics and KPIs to assess and improve legal team performance and customer satisfaction.

• Financial industry experience, ideally working with financial institutions as customers or representing them in contracts matters, and/or experience with SaaS platforms for payments and banking.

We seek candidates with strong drafting and negotiation skills, a business-oriented approach, and an ability to assess risk. Our ideal candidate brings exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with ability to distill complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice for non-legal stakeholders across teams and disciplines. A collaborative and team-oriented mindset, with the ability to build relationships across departments, is a must.

The position offers some flexibility to work remotely, a competitive compensation package, and the opportunity to lead impactful projects within a dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Drafting, Negotiation and Compliance: Draft, review, and negotiate SaaS and technology services agreements and SOWs, with financial institutions as the customers. Support the creation and maintenance of contract forms and playbooks to streamline contract review and negotiation processes. Assist in driving the Companys contractual compliance framework and initiatives.

• Data Governance; Privacy and Data Protection: Provide guidance and support on FISPAN data governance policies and processes, including in relation to bank partner contract compliance and related data policies (e.g., use of AI products and services). Assist with the companys information security and cybersecurity incident response framework and policies, and advise on privacy laws and data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA) applicable to our business, and related regulatory and contractual compliance needs.

• Risk and Vendor Management: Support the enterprise risk management process, identifying legal and other risks and assisting with the development of mitigation strategies, as well as vendor management program and policies. Familiarity with ISO, SOC2 and/or NIST frameworks is a plus.

• Regulatory and Compliance Matters; Legal Research: Advise on regulatory and compliance issues related to payments, financial services, outsourcing, AI, and open banking, and the FinTech and SaaS industries more broadly. Conduct legal research on various topics, including emerging trends in contracts, IP and payments law. Provide timely and actionable legal advice to senior management and the business teams.

• Corporate Governance and Transactions: Support corporate governance matters, including board governance, shareholder relations, and corporate filings. Assist with securities-related matters including support for financing rounds, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions, management of FISPANs cap table and administration of FISPAN stock option plan. Support the Companys plans for expansion to Europe and Asia.

• Intellectual Property: Assist with IP matters, including trademark and patent prosecution, in collaboration in collaboration with external IP counsel and FISPANs product, engineering and marketing teams. Direct experience in IP prosecution is not mandatory, but an understanding of IP licensing concepts applicable to SaaS contracting is a must.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product, engineering, marketing and sales teams to ensure that legal issues are proactively addressed throughout the product lifecycle. Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to support strategic initiatives and day-to-day operations.

• Employment / HR: Provide support to the CLRO and Head of HR on employment-related legal matters, including assisting in the development and maintenance of employment agreements, policies and procedures, and management of people issues.

• Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Assist with the management of any legal disputes or litigation involving the company, including working with external counsel as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Education: Law degree (LL.B.) from a recognized Canadian university. Candidates with US or UK law degrees, coupled with a license to practice in the US or Canada, will also be considered.

• Licensing: Active membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario or the Law Society of British Columbia. A U.S. state bar membership or license to practice in England and Wales is a plus.

• Experience: 4-8 years of experience including in-house roles, with a focus on technology law and demonstrated experience negotiating and managing complex SaaS contracts. Payments or financial services industry experience preferred.

Why Work With Us?

• Experienced Team: Our CEO is Lisa Shields, a renowned tech entrepreneur whose previous venture, Hyperwallet, was purchased by Paypal and ranks as one of the largest Canadian technology company acquisitions. Lisa is backed by a seasoned leadership team with vast experience scaling technology companies from start-up through growth phases to acquisition. Our CLRO is Santo Manna, who brings 30 years of experience in the Fintech and banking software industry, both as a General Counsel and in private practice representing banks and technology providers. In joining our team, you will benefit from that experience and associated mentorship opportunities, and further build your network and knowledge base.

• High Growth Environment: FISPAN is an emerging high growth company, and that implies autonomy and leadership over projects. Our employees hold a higher level of responsibility and are presented with various hands-on opportunities from the get-go. We want our team to reach their full potential and career aspirations, and FISPAN helps foster that.

• Rich Culture: The Companys culture is its greatest asset, and our team members form bonds that last a lifetime. We plan company-wide events, both virtual and in-person, and other activities to foster togetherness and help drive engagement. We also understand that personal growth happens on multiple levels, and so encourage a work-life balance with ample time to spend with family, explore new ideas and develop hobbies.

• Perks: Our prime downtown Vancouver office in the Guiness Building, with its magnificent views, is close to a Skytrain, prestige shopping, and other amenities. FISPAN employees have access to our building fitness centre and amenities, fully stocked cupboards, weekly team lunches, and daily coffee runs. We also set our employees up for success by providing the most modern MacBook and Apple equipment.

Compensation Package

We offer a competitive salary and bonus structure based on comparable market data for similar jobs and job levels from companies of similar employee size, revenue and location. A candidates specific base salary will range from CAD $45,000 to 185,000, to be determined based on multiple factors including applicable experience, knowledge, skillsets and qualifications.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

As FISPAN continues to grow, we are committed to celebrating diversity, endorsing equity, and encouraging inclusion, and eliminating bias in our recruitment process.

Job Description

Job Description

Powertech Labs, a fully-owned research and testing subsidiary of BC Hydro, has a full-time opportunity for a Legal Counsel.  Powertech's legal team is an integral part of our operations. Our small and mighty team is part of the bigger BC Hydro family and the same is true of our Legal department. Your professional legal network will include a larger team of lawyers available to you to provide camaraderie, help and legal expertise as needed.

If you have a solution-oriented approach to the law and enjoy working independently with your clients and other team members, this position would be an excellent opportunity. 

Reporting to the General Counsel, the selected candidate will be responsible for providing legal advice and support to all areas of the organization on a broad range of issues, as well as instructing, overseeing and providing support to outside counsel on varied contractual and other legal matters.

The primary responsibilities will include general corporate work, negotiating, reviewing and drafting contracts such as NDAs, Master Service Agreements, Terms and Conditions, MOUs, Consulting Services Agreements, etc.

This role will support business groups in structuring legal relationships with suppliers, customers, regulators and others. 
The selected candidate will be responsible for providing legal advice to all areas of the organization on a broad range of issues, as well as instructing, overseeing and providing support to outside counsel on complex contractual and legal matters. In addition, you will handle various legal issues associated with international transactions and governance topics related to Powertech and our US subsidiary. A strong background in commercial transactions, with demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating contracts of all kinds,as well as managing the process is essential. 

Powertech is in the early stages of making the transition to a highly automated system of document creation and management. This transition incorporates the use of AI tools. The successful candidate is expected to be comfortable with the adoption of these technologies into their practice and familiarity in doing so would be considered an asset.

Qualifications
• Candidates must hold a law degree, with strong preference given to graduates of Canadian law schools. Degrees from select U.S. institutions may also be considered. Eligibility to practice law in British Columbia is required.
Candidates must be,or be eligible to become, a member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.

• Current membership, or eligibility for membership, in the Law Society of British Columbia is required, plus a minimum of five years of post-call experience gained either in-house or at a law firm.
- knowledge and experience associated with legal issues related to the provision of goods and services;
- knowledge and experience associated with cross-border transactions;
- knowledge and experience in procurement law, with an understanding of procurement rules applicable to the public sector being an asset;
- familiarity with some or all of the following areas of law is a definite asset: intellectual property, software licensing, insurance, employment, labour, litigation, regulatory, etc.; 
- strong written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to articulate and present legal arguments to senior business stakeholders;
- independent, self-starter with strong organizational, prioritization and time-management skills and ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects concurrently
- committed to maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion

• Experience supporting an engineering-heavy environment would be an asset.

Job Status:  Full-Time Regular
Affiliation:     Management & Professionals   (M&P/ Non-union role)
Job location : Surrey, B.C.    While Powertech offers work flexibility, this position will be primarily in-office with some flexibility for hybrid work
Job Level: P4
Note that candidates with lesser experience may be considered for a P3 role that is appropriate to their level of experience. 

As part of the selection process, applicants may be required to complete a written test/ assessment and/or a presentation as part of the interview process. A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Driver's License (Class 5) in good standing. 

We offer a collegial professional environment, with the benefits and opportunities of a large organization.  At Powertech, you will be part of a team that values collaboration and excellence. If you are a motivated legal professional with a passion for technology and innovation, we would love to hear from you.

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We are looking for the visionaries, the change-makers, and the self-starters who are seeking more from their career. Change begins with the small decisions we make, each day, to support each other, and strive to create inspiring, incredible educational experiences for all students, no matter where they are, or how they learn. In choosing a career with Yorkville University, you will have the opportunity to push boundaries, flex your creativity, and inspire positive change for so many people.

Our core values put the student experience at the center of what we do, reflecting who we are, and aspire to be. If you want to shine a light on academic excellence, be empowered to make an impact on the transformation of the Canadian post-secondary education landscape, and work collaboratively beyond levels, join us.

Who we need

Reporting to the Vice-President, Legal and General Counsel, we are seeking  a Legal Counsel to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, faculty, and staff, providing strategic legal guidance across the organization. This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a national private higher-education institution with campuses across Canada, influencing decisions that impact thousands of students, employees, and external partners. You will help safeguard the institution while enabling growth and innovation, advising on matters of impact across various departments within Yorkville University and Toronto Film School including Academics, Finance, Student Services, Marketing/Recruitment   Policy/Governance and Operations, handling a broad scope of subject matters such as reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, supporting governance and policy development, providing legal advice in a broad scope of areas, employment, human rights, privacy and others.

This is a full-time role, currently following a hybrid model working both on-site at our downtown Toronto location and remotely.

What's in it for you

Strategic impact. You will serve as a trusted legal partner to senior leadership, shaping key decisions across academic, operational, and corporate functions. Your guidance will directly influence the success, compliance, and growth of Yorkville University and Toronto Film School.

Professional growth. You will join a newly established legal function, with the opportunity to help define its vision, build processes, and expand your advisory scope. You will refine your expertise across a broad spectrum of matters, including commercial agreements, employment law, privacy, intellectual property, and litigation.

Influence across the organization. You will work across all departments and interact with leadership at every level, from faculty to Board members. You will be empowered to provide practical legal solutions, foster collaboration, and help move the organization forward with confidence and authority.

Ownership and autonomy. As a key member of the organization’s legal team, you will operate with a high degree of independence, taking accountability for complex matters, shaping institutional practices, and contributing meaningfully to high-profile projects that impact the national mandate of the institution.

What you will do:
 

• Act as a trusted advisor. You will support the Vice-President, Legal and General Counsel and act as a strategic legal partner to the Leadership Team, faculty, and corporate departments, enabling sound decision-making across the institution.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage agreements . You will oversee the full lifecycle of agreements, including vendor, service, technology, license, affiliation, and non-disclosure contracts. You will ensure institutional interests are protected and agreements are completed efficiently.
• Advise on legal and regulatory matters. You will provide guidance on privacy, employment, human rights, intellectual property, corporate or commercial law, and regulatory compliance, helping leaders balance risk with opportunity.
• Support compliance, policy development and governance. You will monitor legislative requirements, assess institutional impact, support institutional policy creation and create a proactive culture of compliance.
• Manage disputes effectively. You will oversee legal disputes, including litigation and tribunal matters, and manage relationships with external counsel, ensuring timely and cost-effective resolution.
• Build institutional capacity. You will develop precedents, playbooks, and workflow procedures to standardize legal processes and deliver training programs that strengthen legal knowledge across the organization.
• Advance institutional projects. You will contribute legal expertise to special projects and strategic initiatives, delivering outcomes that align with Yorkville University’s national mandate.

What you bring:
 

• The education. You have successfully completed a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B), Juris Doctor (J.D.), or equivalent law degree, and you are a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• The experience. You have a minimum of three years of experience as a Legal Counsel with a leading law firm or as in-house counsel at a major corporation. Prior experience in higher education is highly valued.
• The expertise. You have exceptional communication, analytical, and documentation skills with a keen attention to detail. You bring significant experience negotiating, drafting, and reviewing a wide range of contracts. You have broad legal knowledge in a wide-variety of areas including contract law, privacy law, employment law, human rights, intellectual property law and litigation.
• The drive. You are practical and results oriented in your approach to providing legal advice, highly organized, with proven time management abilities and a focus on accuracy. You take initiative, ownership, and professional accountability. You are motivated to solve complex legal matters, deliver results autonomously, and adapt to a dynamic and evolving environment.
• The collaboration skills. You can work effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including the Leadership Team, Board members, faculty, staff, and external counsel, with professionalism and discretion. 

Why work at Yorkville University? 

• An atmosphere that successfully blends an entrepreneurial culture with education. We value innovation and continuously look towards expanding our programming, working with the latest research, tools, and solutions. As a private school with government approval of our offerings, we have the opportunity to do more, stay current, and be future-forward.
• The chance to accelerate your career and make meaningful contributions to the future of higher-education, purposefully challenging the status quo with a vision of supporting the organization’s growth, reputation and industry positioning. 
• A place where all individuals feel welcomed in the academic and workplace environments and part of highly motivated team. We celebrate the full range of human diversity, and we acknowledge that equal access to opportunities and services may require the removal of barriers that equity-seeking communities experience in trying to obtain this access. 
• The opportunity to grow with access to free courses, certifications and programs - right up to our Masters' offerings. 
• An appreciation for the insights and skills you bring to work with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a wide breadth of wellness services, and a work-life balance.

Join us

We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. Even if you don’t have all of the qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply. 

What you can expect from our hiring process:

• A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor. The conversation will be recorded using BrightHire, an AI-powered video interview tool. More details will be shared when you are invited to interview.
• A virtual interview with the VP, Legal and General Counsel, and the VP, People.
• An in-person interview with a member of the Senior Leadership Team.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are a critical component of life at Yorkville University and Toronto Film School and we are committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community and other equity-seeking groups.

Yorkville University is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ('AODA'). If you require accommodation for disability, please notify Human Resources at .

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Job Description

Job Description

Join one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies and be part of something extraordinary – welcome to goeasy ! At goeasy , our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re proud to be recognized for it. We’ve earned prestigious accolades such as Waterstone Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures , Canada’s Top Growing Companies , and the TSX30 , highlighting us as one of the top performers on the TSX . We’re also thrilled to be named a Greater Toronto Top Employer and proudly certified as a Great Place to Work®. These honors reflect our commitment to fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture where talent thrives and innovation drives us forward.

As one of Canada’s leading alternative consumer lenders, we’re passionate about helping everyday Canadians create a brighter future. Our vision is to provide a path to a better tomorrow, today. We offer a full range of products, including non-prime leasing, unsecured and secured loans, and point-of-sale financing through easyhome , easyfinancial , and LendCare .

If you're seeking an exciting, high-growth environment where your contributions truly matter, we want to hear from you! Join us, and together, let's create a future of financial empowerment.

Reporting to the VP Legal & Corporate Affairs, goeasy is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide legal and regulatory advice and guidance to the goeasy team on a variety of matters, including: contract review and contract lifecycle management, contract negotiation and interpretation, and compliance with all applicable laws that impact business operations.

What will you be doing?

• Identifying, addressing, and managing business needs in support of strategic objectives, while providing support and triage of matters to the VP, Legal & Corporate Affairs.
• Leading the legal process and review in contract lifecycle management, and collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the vendor lifecycle - including vendor selection, onboarding, contract review and approval while recommending process enhancements.
• Responding to regulatory inquiries by working with business partners to understand and improve internal processes.
• Leading legal reviews and providing business support in areas such as consumer protection, customer resolutions, and other relevant subject matters.
• Conducting legal research on issues impacting business operations, in collaboration with the Director, Government Relations & Legal.
• Building strong working relationships across all levels of the business to provide legal guidance, influence, and support - becoming a trusted advisor within the organization.
• Keeping the Chief Legal Officer informed of legal issues, risks, and opportunities within your areas of responsibility.
• Advising on complex legal matters and tailoring recommendations to align with business goals and public company requirements.
• Monitoring legislative and regulatory developments, and supporting the VP, Legal & Corporate Affairs and Chief Legal Officer in developing business-focused responses.
• Supporting new and existing service offerings across business lines, including partnership initiatives and strategic proposals.
• Assisting the Chief Legal Officer with corporate governance and policy matters, as needed.
• Leading and supporting legal proceedings involving the company to protect its interests.
• Providing practical, business-oriented legal opinions across a wide range of functional areas.
• Supporting the Legal & Corporate Affairs team in maintaining and administering corporate records and registrations, especially in the context of a public company operating across all provinces.

What experience do you have?

• 2–4 years of relevant legal experience, preferably within a dynamic corporate legal department.
• In-house legal experience supporting financial services and/or public companies is preferred.
• Regulatory experience is considered an asset.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario, with demonstrated expertise in applicable areas of law.
• Proven entrepreneurial mindset, with a track record of challenging the status quo and introducing innovative legal solutions and best practices.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments, partner groups, and member organizations.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• A proactive self-starter with the ability to assess needs, develop strategies, and lead implementation efforts independently.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability, with a team-oriented approach and readiness to pivot as business needs evolve.
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software tools.

We offer a Flexible Work Program that provides you the ability to work three days onsite per week , from our Mississauga office.

Internal Applicants: please apply through the link and provide written endorsement from your current manager.

Why should you work for goeasy?

In keeping with our mission to create better tomorrows for our employees, each year goeasy commits to continuously enhancing its total rewards. Here are some of the perks we offer…

Financial Benefits:

• Annual bonus that rewards your hard work and dedication (STIP) and Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)
• Employee discounts on furniture, electronics, and appliances.
• MAT & PAT leave top-up.
• Expand your financial knowledge through engaging Financial Literacy Learning opportunities.

Health and Lifestyle:

• Enjoy company-paid volunteer days to give back to the community.
• Access 24/7 healthcare with Virtual Doctor Appointments.
• Benefits Co-pay plan.
• Stay fit and energized with exclusive access to our on-site private gym at our head office.

Employee Perks:

• Fuel your growth with the Tuition Assistance Program.
• Double the impact of your generosity with Company Matched Charitable Donations.
• Internal development training programs and platforms including job-specific training, career coaching, leadership excellence, mentorship, and many others.
• Enjoy a state-of-the-art office space with perks like a games room, a healthy snack program, a fitness studio, free gated parking, and more!

Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity Employment:
At goeasy, we believe that we can only be the best when people are able to bring their best selves to work every day. This means that we are committed to cultivating and preserving a work culture where we celebrate who we are, where everyone feels seen and heard and where every employee can fulfill their potential. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with all legislative requirements throughout Canada. Please let us know if you require an accommodation during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.

Additional Information:
All candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check, credit check, and validation of their work experience to qualify for hire. We thank all interested applicants, however we will only be contacting those for interview who possess the skills and qualifications outlined above.

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