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We are Trader, a Canadian leader in digital automotive solutions. Our flagship brands — AutoTrader.ca , AutoSync , Dealertrack Canada and CMS — help Canadians buy, sell, and finance vehicles with confidence. As part of AutoScout24 group , Europe’s largest online car marketplace, we’re shaping the future of automotive retail in Canada and beyond. We are seeking a Head of Legal, Canada to lead and scale our Canadian legal function within a fast-growing marketplace and fintech business . This is a senior, hands-on role for a pragmatic legal leader who thrives close to the business, enjoys solving complex regulatory and commercial challenges, and can balance strategic oversight with day-to-day execution. Reporting to the Global General Counsel, you will serve as the primary legal advisor for Canada, enabling business growth while proactively managing legal and regulatory risk. What You'll Do Lead all legal matters for Canadian operations and align local execution with global legal strategy. Lead a team of two paralegals and a data privacy coordinator. Advise on marketplace, fintech, payments, consumer protection, privacy, and financial services regulations. Partner cross-functional to deliver practical, commercially focused legal guidance. Draft and negotiate key commercial agreements, including partnerships, vendors, and technology contracts. Oversee regulatory engagement, compliance frameworks, disputes, and external counsel management. Serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership. What You'll Need 3+ years of legal experience, including substantial experience in technology, marketplace, fintech, or financial services environments. Qualified to practice law in Canada and in good standing with a Canadian law society. Strong knowledge of Canadian consumer protection, payments, fintech, privacy, and regulatory frameworks. Proven ability to operate as both a strategic leader and hands-on advisor in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Commercially minded, solutions-oriented, and skilled at simplifying complex legal issues for senior stakeholders. Confident, collaborative leader with the ability to influence executive decision-making. Join us on our journey as we bring together the best of Europe and North America to shape the future of automotive retail. The base salary range for this position is CAD $175,000 – $225,000. This range reflects the expected compensation at the time of posting. The final offer may vary and can be higher based on relevant skills, experience, location, and market conditions. Based on the role, the total rewards package may also include benefits, bonus, and other employee offerings. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring: We use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in our hiring process, including to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Vacancy Status: This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Expected Salary Range : $109832 - $137290 Annually Target Variable Performance Pay: 10% The salary range shown above reflects the expected compensation for this position. The final salary offered will be determined based on a holistic assessment of the candidate’s experience, education, training, and alignment with the role’s requirements. For positions covered by a collective agreement, placement within the range will follow the applicable step or classification. The Senior Commercial Services Counsel delivers strategic day-to-day commercial legal advice, consultation, research and guidance to internal business units on real property, construction and procurement/commercial-related matters. Acting as the primary legal contact for assigned business units, in particular Toronto Hydro’s Facilities and Real Property business units, the Senior Commercial Services Counsel prepares legal responses and documentation, and advises on real property rights, and drafts and negotiates easements, licence agreements, agreements of purchase and sale, connection agreements and purchase of goods and services agreements. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Key Responsibilities Works with assigned business units and internal stakeholders to provide accurate and timely commercial legal advice that supports business objectives and mitigates corporate risk in the contracting of commercial terms and conditions on behalf of the corporation and its affiliates Delivers clear and practical legal opinions, interpretations, and advice on legal matters that involves interpreting facts, precedents, and evaluating situations in compliance with policies as well as all applicable laws and statutes Drafts and reviews real property, construction and procurement/commercial documents (e.g., easements, licence agreements, agreements of purchase and sale, connection agreements, purchase of goods and services agreements and request for proposals) and provides advice to support timely, quality, and cost‑effective delivery Conducts legal research on emerging issues, best practices, current case law and renders interpretations of statutes, regulations, with a focus on real property, to inform commercial legal services strategy and issues management activities Participates in policy development where legal services are provided Liaises with external counsel to negotiate and execute agreements in support of the organization’s capital and maintenance work programs and customer-initiated projects Requirements Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (JD) A member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario Three (3) or more years of experience (articling experience accepted) in real property, construction and/or commercial law Knowledge of real property, construction and/or commercial law Experience working on easements is preferred Experience in utilities, construction or infrastructure projects is an asset Knowledge of legislation and common law impacting the organization Proven judgment, analytical and problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to distill legal information and frame for legal and business user consumption Proven negotiation and stakeholder management skills Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment TOTAL REWARDS To support the overall well-being and success of our employees, Toronto Hydro provides a comprehensive total rewards package which includes: 100% employer paid Health & Dental benefits 24/7 access to Employee & Family Assistance Program and Virtual Healthcare Company-paid life insurance and long term disability Spending account to support fitness goals (e.g. gym memberships) Competitive paid time off (including vacation and parental leave) Defined Benefits Pension Plan through OMERS Career development and tuition reimbursement Exciting employee engagement and appreciation events throughout the year This position is based in a hybrid environment allowing for remote work two days per week, based on business needs. Employees will be required to come onsite Tuesday to Thursday. You are expected to live in Ontario and within reasonable commuting distance of the office. Toronto Hydro is committed to leveraging new technologies to support an efficient and inclusive recruitment process. As part of this, artificial intelligence (AI) systems may be used to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used in combination with human decision-making to ensure fairness and consistency. ACCESSIBILITY AND APPLICATION SUPPORT Toronto Hydro is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Thank you for considering a career with Toronto Hydro. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you’re having difficulty using our online application system and require accommodation, please email hr_talent@torontohydro.com or call (416) 542-8000. 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New Position: This position is open due to an existing vacancy to support our evolving business needs. Legal Counsel Thomson Reuters (TSX/Nasdaq: TRI) is a global content and technology company. We are looking for a Counsel, Corporate & Securities to join our General Counsel’s Office with a focus on corporate governance work and corporate transactions. This is a diverse and challenging role that offers the opportunity to work with stakeholders across the organization on a wide variety of legal matters. The position will be based at our global headquarters at 19 Duncan Street in Toronto About The Role In this opportunity as Legal Counsel , you will be responsible for: Corporate Governance Lead and coordinate subsidiary governance projects across multiple countries, ensuring timely and efficient execution Oversee and manage daily subsidiary governance activities for EMEA and other global entities, ensuring compliance with local regulations and corporate governance standards Draft and review corporate agreements, resolutions, and documentation and support internal corporate restructurings and reorganizations Assist with the preparation of public company and subsidiary board of directors and related committee materials and coordinate subsidiary board meetings Respond to information requests, manage corporate history records, collaborate with various Corporate Departments (Tax, Treasury, HR, Accounting) and liaise with external legal counsel, advisors, and agents Tax - Assist with legal analyses and documentation related to intercompany restructurings, intercompany agreements and corporate housekeeping matters. Treasury/Finance - Assist with legal aspects of public debt offerings and redemptions, banking/credit facility matters, share buyback program and other treasury matters. Securities - Assist with compliance with applicable Canadian and U.S. securities and stock exchange requirements. HR/Benefits - Draft and provide other legal support for incentive/equity compensation plans and agreements. Other - Help with General Counsel’s Office special projects and initiatives; manage outside counsel involved in certain transactions and projects; other duties as assigned. About You You’re a fit for the role of Legal Counsel if your background includes: LL.B. or J.D. in good standing, called to the Bar of a Canadian province, membership in an applicable law society or bar association with at least 3 years' post qualification experience in private practice and/or as in house counsel. Licensed to practice law in Ontario. Minimum 3 years of legal experience, with experience in corporate governance. Strong knowledge of Canadian or foreign corporate law. Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global environment. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. What’s in it For You? Hybrid Work Model: We’ve adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected. Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance. Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow’s challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future. Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Culture: Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more. We live by our values: Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together. Social Impact: Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Making a Real-World Impact: We are one of the few companies globally that helps its customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency. Together, with the professionals and institutions we serve, we help uphold the rule of law, turn the wheels of commerce, catch bad actors, report the facts, and provide trusted, unbiased information to people all over the world. Our use of AI within the recruitment process Thomson Reuters utilizes Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our global recruitment process. Unless you opt-out, our AI system will assess the information provided by you and compare it to the requirements listed for the role, and present the result to our recruitment personnel for further review. The AI system acts as a supporting tool, but there is always a human making the decision if you will be considered for the role Thomson Reuters complies with local laws that require upfront disclosure of the expected pay range for a position. The base compensation range varies across locations. For Ontario, Canada, the base compensation range for this role is $126,000 CAD - $176,000 CAD. Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills and experience with consideration given to internal equity. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive Total Reward program which also includes flexible and supportive benefits and other wellbeing programs. This role may also be eligible for an Annual Bonus based on a combination of enterprise and individual performance. About Us Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions, and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice, truth, and transparency. Reuters, part of Thomson Reuters, is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news. We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments. At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness, and transparency are under attack, we consider it our duty to pursue them. Sound exciting? Join us and help shape the industries that move society forward. As a global business, we rely on the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all employees to deliver on our business goals. To ensure we can do that, we seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law. Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer providing a drug-free workplace. We also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. More information on requesting an accommodation here. Learn more on how to protect yourself from fraudulent job postings here. More information about Thomson Reuters can be found on thomsonreuters.com

At Gowling WLG, our commitment to excellence begins with our people. As an international law firm with offices in Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we’re proud to recruit and retain top talent who bring energy, insight, and a singular focus on delivering exceptional experiences – for our clients and each other. We’re intentional about building a workplace that’s both high-performing and supportive, ensuring that everyone is empowered to do their best work and reach their full potential. Our culture is grounded in our shared values: Raise the Bar, Embrace Differences, and Thrive Together. These values shape how we collaborate, lead, and succeed – across teams, time zones, and career paths. Whether you’re pursuing a role in law or business services, explore what’s possible and make your mark with Gowling WLG. PROFILE We are currently recruiting for a senior level Legal Administrative Assistant to join our fast-paced team. As an integral member of the Legal Administrative Assistant team, the incumbent will provide support to professionals within our Patents group. RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities may include and are not limited to the following: Review and approve patent applications for filing with CIPO, USPTO, and foreign jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with applicable jurisdictional requirements Prepare and review formal filing documents for Canada, the U.S., and foreign jurisdictions, including Assignments, Petitions, Powers of Attorney, Declarations, and related materials Prepare and file procedural documents such as assignments, name changes, mergers Coordinate PCT filings and foreign national phase entries Assist with U.S. patent prosecution matters, including preparation of Information Disclosure Statements (IDS), review and reporting of USPTO correspondence and publications, and support with Office Action reporting and related filings Assist with post‑filing and prosecution support, including draft Office Action responses, claim amendments, examination requests, continuations, Requests for Continued Examination (RCEs), and payment of final fees Screen and review incoming post‑filing correspondence for Canadian, U.S., and foreign applications and route appropriately Prepare reporting letters to clients and manage workflow to meet filing and post‑filing deadlines Handle inquiries from clients and internal contacts and independently prepare routine correspondence Monitor diaries and deadlines, initiate follow‑ups as required, and ensure timely completion of work Follow up with clients and foreign associates to obtain timely instructions and ensure all deadlines are met Other duties as required QUALIFICATIONS Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma from a recognized college preferred 5+ years experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant or a Law Clerk specializing in Patents Strong knowledge of Canadian, U.S., and other foreign patent practices (including EP, PCT, and others) Familiarity with patent office procedures (USPTO, CIPO, WIPO, EPO, etc.) Ability to manage multiple matters across jurisdictions Strong deadline management skills, with experience monitoring workflow, deadlines, and competing priorities Highly organized, with the ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of work under tight timelines and shifting priorities Strong attention to detail with exceptional grammar, proofreading, and written communication skills Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally with team members, firm colleagues, clients, foreign associates, CIPO and other intellectual property offices Excellent client service skills, with the ability to interact professionally and efficiently with internal and external clients Ability to take ownership of tasks, work independently, and collaborate effectively in a team environment supporting multiple professionals Ability to take instructions, prioritize incoming work, and follow through on assignments Experience working with Intellectual Property practice management databases Proficiency with Microsoft 365; experience with Aderant and iManage (or similar document management systems) considered an asset BENEFITS/PERKS Gowling WLG’s total rewards program is designed to foster a culture where high performance and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. We support your career and life with: 100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance Benefits coverage for Firm members and their dependents from day one! 15 vacation days and hybrid work flexibility Parental leave top-up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full-time employment) Group Retirement Savings Plan with employer match Financial protection through short & long-term disability, life, accident & critical illness insurance Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid responders Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and more The starting range for this role is $75,000 to $90,000. Starting salary will be determined based on an applicant’s individual skills, competencies and unique qualifications. Gowling WLG employees have the potential to exceed this range based on tenure and performance. This position is currently vacant and is open to both internal and external candidates. Gowling WLG is recruiting for this role to support ongoing firm needs and team operations. This employer may use tools within our applicant tracking system that include artificial intelligence–supported features, such as automated candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all screening, assessments, and selections are reviewed and completed by human recruiters and hiring managers. Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are in need of accommodation or support at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.