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Holt Renfrew offers you an inspiring, fashion-driven environment with opportunities to learn and grow. From our incredible partnerships with iconic luxury brands, to our commitments to corporate social responsibility, you will be inspired every day. A job at Holt Renfrew offers a competitive total compensation, a generous employee discount, pension, and health & dental benefits, tuition assistance, and continuous learning and development. The Senior Legal Counsel role is a senior level corporate and commercial lawyer responsible for proactively advising internal clients and providing support to Holt Renfrew on a variety of legal matters. The Senior Legal Counsel works cross-functionally with business leaders from the Product, IT, Finance, Privacy, Marketing, Procurement, and Operations teams as well as external counsel. The Senior Legal Counsel will be expected to lead project teams, advise on company wide strategic initiatives, advise on governance and policy matters, and mentor junior associates. Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following: Commercial Contract Support Independently draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements (e.g., vendor agreements, master service agreements & SOWs, product agreements, NDAs, licensing agreements, IT service and support agreements, and marketing agreements). Provide guidance on contract interpretation, risk allocation, and negotiation strategy Support product, marketing, and procurement teams in structuring commercial transactions with vendors and service providers Lead project teams and advise on legal and regulatory requirements related thereto Marketing and Real Estate Support Provide guidance on a variety of legal areas including assisting on matters involving Intellectual Property and Real Estate law undefined Support lease negotiations and construction projects related to existing retail network and future developments undefined Support marketing led initiatives and events – including the review of trademark usage, promotional materials, and licensing agreements Corporate & Governance Review of board materials, corporate records, and minute books Ensure ongoing corporate compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements Advise on Corporate Governance matters and assist in the refinement or enhancement of overall Corporate Governance Corporate policy development and refinement Support Finance on matters such as contract audits, insurance questions, and corporate filings Regulatory & Compliance Monitor changes in laws and regulations relevant to the business and advise on required actions Support compliance programs, including privacy, data security, anti-bribery, competition law, and workplace policies Conduct internal training on legal and compliance topics as needed Risk Management Identify legal risks and provide pragmatic solutions that balance risk mitigation with business objectives Support internal investigations and respond to regulatory inquiries where appropriate Support privacy related matters, breaches, and investigations – working directly with the Chief Privacy Officer Manage litigation matters, working with external counsel as needed Cross-Functional Legal Support Work closely with HR on employment-related matters (e.g., employment agreements, policy updates, workplace investigations). Support Finance on matters such as contract audits, insurance questions, and corporate filings Provide legal consultation on strategic projects and organizational change initiatives The ideal candidate: Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from an accredited law school Member in good standing with the Ontario bar A minimum of 8 years of post-call experience ideally gained at a large national law firm or comparable in-house setting, or ideally a combination of both Strong background in corporate and commercial law, contract review and negotiation, corporate governance, intellectual property, employment, real estate, and experience dealing with privacy matters is an asset Demonstrated leadership and influencing skills at all levels of the organization Excellent interpersonal skills; a team player who is able to act as both a leader and an individual contributor as required Confident and effective communication (written & verbal) Highly service-oriented with exceptional organizational and follow up skills Passionate about fashion and luxury retail Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Holt Renfrew is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees -- their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity and require accommodation, please email careers@holtrenfrew.com and let us know so we can ensure you have an accessible candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. All requests are confidential and used only to meet candidate needs. Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche : $181,000.00 - $200,000.00 / 181.000,00$ - 200.000,00$ (per year / par an) Final compensation for this position will be determined based on the candidate's unique skills, expertise, individual qualifications, and assessed contributions to the role following the completion of the interview process. The range stated is the starting range for this position. Offers may vary with experience, qualifications, performance, and local market conditions. We strive to offer competitive compensation that aligns with a candidate's contributions to our team, along with a comprehensive benefits package, enticing perks, pension matching, incentives, and our coveted employee discount. / La rémunération finale pour ce poste sera déterminée sur la base des compétences uniques du candidat, de son expertise, de ses qualifications individuelles et de l'évaluation de sa contribution au poste à l'issue de la procédure d'entrevue. La fourchette indiquée est la fourchette de départ pour ce poste. Les offres peuvent varier en fonction de l’expérience, des qualifications, du rendement et des conditions du marché local. Nous nous efforçons d'offrir une rémunération compétitive qui corresponde à la contribution du candidat à notre équipe, ainsi qu'un ensemble complet de garanties, d'avantages attrayants, de cotisations de retraite assorties par l'employeur, de primes d'encouragement et notre très convoitée remise d'employé.

Are you a kid at heart looking to build a career with a leading global children's toy, entertainment and digital gaming company? At Spin Master, our unwavering commitment to open mindedness, integrity and innovation is a great part of what has made us an industry leader. How do we stay ahead of the pack? By hiring the best and brightest minds—and that’s why we want you! Job Description What will you work on? As Associate Counsel, you will provide expert counsel in the areas of securities, treasury/finance, tax, MA, corporate governance, as well as assisting and advising on special legal projects and initiatives and ad-hoc projects. How will you create impact? Securities – Assist with compliance with applicable Canadian securities and stock exchange requirements; advising on continuous disclosure obligations, draft and review proxy circular and continuous disclosure documents. Treasury/Finance – Assist with legal aspects of public offerings, banking/credit facility matters, dividend, share buyback program and other treasury matters. Tax - Assist with legal analyses and documentation related to intercompany restructurings, intercompany agreements and corporate housekeeping matters. MA – Assist with mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures from Letter of Intent (LOI) through due diligence, negotiation, and closing; draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, purchase agreements, and disclosure schedules; and partner with internal business leaders, finance, and HR teams on integration. Corporate Governance Manage governance projects across multiple countries, ensuring timely and efficient execution Draft and review corporate agreements, resolutions, and documentation and support internal corporate restructurings and reorganizations 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 Other - Help with Legal special projects and initiatives; manage outside counsel involved in certain transactions and projects; other duties as assigned. What are your skills and experience? 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. Licensed to practice law in Ontario. 3-5 years of legal experience in corporate law, securities and MA. Strong knowledge of continuous disclosure, corporate finance and governance. Knowledge of and experience with intellectual property laws would be considered a strong asset. Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global environment. Strong drafting skills commensurate with year of call. The anticipated pay range for candidates who will work in Ontario is $ 118,600 to $158,100 Per Annum. The offered pay to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of experience within the job, years of experience within the required industry, education, etc. Spin Master Inc. is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work only in other states. This job posting is tied to an open vacancy. What You Can Expect From Us Our mission is to Make Life More Fun with a vision to push the boundaries of innovation, creativity, and fun. Growth and Career Opportunities Flexible Work Hours Innovation, Collaboration and Fun Comprehensive Benefits Other fun Perks! What’s it like to work here? Spin Master is a fast-paced, hands-on organization that provides many great opportunities for impactful decision-making; though our challenging start-up atmosphere isn’t for everyone, we have a proven record of opportunities for future advancement and internal transfers for our passionate and results driven team. Everyone is welcome in our sandbox and we are committed to an accessible and inclusive hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants. Spin Master strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes. Should you require an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team, by email at TAinquiries@spinmaster.com or by phone at 416 364-6002 and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @SpinMaster to stay up to date on Spin Master career opportunities. We do appreciate all interest; however only those selected for interview will be contacted.  

Are you ready to take the next step in your legal career? Do you have experience with various aspects of employment and labour law? Do you want to advise and represent clients at the forefront of their industries, as well as exciting and promising new tech start-ups? Join Osler’s highly regarded Employment and Labour Department as an associate in either our Toronto or Ottawa office for the opportunity to partner with a broad range of companies, in a wide variety of industries, as part of a team that delivers clear, practical and results-oriented legal advice on all aspects of workplace law. Requirements Position Requirements 3 to 6 years of employment and labour law experience gained from a leading law firm; Experience advising and representing employers in key areas of employment and labour law, such as: implications of corporate transactions and reorganizations; employment contracts and executive compensation; advising on emerging and high growth company employment issues, including company formation, founder employment agreements and venture-backed financing transactions; structuring employee dismissals/layoffs and responding to wrongful/constructive dismissal claims; advising on new labour and business structures, including “gig economy” issues; human rights, workplace accommodations, and workplace investigations; employment standards and workplace policies; occupational health and safety, workers’ compensation, pay equity and employment equity; collective agreement administration, collective bargaining, union certification/decertification, strikes, lockouts and grievance arbitration; and Superior communication and drafting skills and strong attention to detail. How To Apply Consistently ranked as one of Canada’s leading business law firms by clients and leading independent reviews, Osler prides itself on attracting and developing the brightest talent in the legal field. With a firm culture that nurtures mentoring and the open exchange of ideas, Osler is a dynamic and exciting place to continue building a career or carve out a new path. Osler’s Labour & Employment Department plays an integral role in supporting our national-leading Emerging and High Growth Companies practice and you will have ample exposure to the unique employment and HR risk management issues in this expanding sector. If you’re ready to take your next step and join our growing team, please submit your cover letter, detailed résumé and academic transcripts in confidence directly to our online application portal. Applications submitted outside of our online application portal will not be reviewed. Compensation Compensation offered will be based on a variety of factors including year of call, job-related knowledge, education, skills and experience. Accessibility and Accommodation We thank all applicants for their interest in Osler; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Osler is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and individuals with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all phases of the selection process. Background and Reference Checks Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, social media check, and employment and educational verifications. Please note that we use artificial intelligence throughout our recruitment processes to screen, assess or select applicants.

Location: North York - Toronto, ON (Hybr, CA Wawanesa, MB (Hybrid), CA Ottawa, ON (Hybrid), CA Kitchener, ON (Hybrid), CA Winnipeg, MB (Hybrid), CA Company: Wawanesa Insurance Job ID: 10337 Employment Type: New Role   Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in-office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work. You may work from any of the following locations: Winnipeg, MB, Wawanesa, MB; Toronto (North York), ON; Kitchener, ON; Ottawa, ON. Working Business Language : English Salary: At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. In addition to salary, full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs and provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and pension plan. The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to: your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. The salary offered is estimated to be within the following range: $120,000 - $160,000. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are still encouraged to apply.   About The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company Founded in 1896, The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company is one of Canada’s largest mutual insurers, 100% owned by its members, with more than $4.1 billion in annual revenue and $12.5 billion in assets. Headquartered in Winnipeg, Wawanesa is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance solutions throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, a leading national distributor of personal and business insurance. In March of 2026, Wawanesa entered into an agreement to acquire Everest Insurance Company of Canada to strengthen its commercial insurance capabilities and advance its long-term growth strategy. Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.8 million members and we are home to more than 3,000 employees across Canada. The company actively gives back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $4 million annually to charitable organizations, including more than $2 million each year in support of people on the front lines of climate change. Learn more at wawanesa.com.   We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.   Job Overview This role is responsible for establishing and leading the enterprise framework for external counsel governance, performance management, and legal spend oversight. Leveraging insurance litigation expertise, vendor governance, and data-driven insights, the role drives the quality, consistency, and value of legal services while ensuring alignment between external counsel performance, claims strategies, and business objectives. As the organization's lead for external counsel management, the role provides strategic oversight of panel counsel relationships, performance standards, legal spend management, and vendor governance practices, supporting effective stewardship of external legal resources and improved claims outcomes across the enterprise. Job Responsibilities Lead the design and implementation of a structured external counsel performance management program, including governance frameworks, processes, tools, and reporting. Develop and maintain a claims-wide panel counsel strategy, including firm selection, specialization, and geographic alignment. Support vendor selection and onboarding processes, including participation in RFPs and evaluation of external law firms. Establish and maintain governance frameworks, including engagement guidelines, service standards, and escalation processes. Support the development of formal vendor agreements and contracting approaches, including rate negotiation strategies. Ensure alignment between vendor services and claims strategies and business priorities. Design and implement a structured performance management framework, including defined KPIs and service expectations. Lead ongoing reviews of law firm performance using quantitative and qualitative data. Conduct file-level reviews and audits to assess quality and alignment with internal claims strategies. Analyze litigation performance and identify opportunities to improve outcomes, consistency, and service quality. Partner with Claims and Finance to establish and support legal spend management practices, including cost tracking, reporting, and budgeting insights. Establish and oversee billing guidelines and invoice review processes, ensuring compliance and cost discipline. Identify and support cost optimization opportunities, including rate benchmarking and alternative fee arrangements. Develop and maintain performance dashboards and reporting to support informed decision-making regarding firm selection, file assignment, and continued engagement. Translate litigation, spend, and performance data into actionable insights that inform vendor strategy and program improvements. Serve as a key point of contact for external law firms, supporting effective and collaborative vendor relationships.   Qualifications Law degree and membership in good standing with a Canadian law society (preferred), or a combination of related education and experience. 7+ years of litigation experience, preferably within insurance defence, bodily injury, casualty, or complex claims litigation. Demonstrated expertise in external counsel management, vendor governance, legal operations, or related legal service delivery models. Strong relationship management, communication, and stakeholder influence skills, with the ability to build credibility across all levels of the organization. Experience establishing performance measures, evaluating service delivery, and leveraging data and insights to drive business decisions and continuous improvement. Experience reviewing, supervising, auditing, or managing external law firms or professional service providers. Strong analytical and financial acumen, including experience interpreting legal spend, performance metrics, and outcome data. Ability to collaborate effectively across Claims, Finance, Procurement, Vendor Management, and other cross-functional teams. Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, manage competing priorities, and drive strategic initiatives in a complex environment.   Diversity Equity, Inclusion & Belonging At Wawanesa, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people – this is supported by having a representative workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender-diverse and neurodiverse individuals, and anyone who can contribute to the further diversification of thought and ideas. We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out in confidence to jobs@wawanesa.com. All Wawanesa job applicants are subject to Wawanesa's Privacy Policy. Please note that the recruitment process for this position may involve the use of AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All final decisions are taken or reviewed by human recruiters and human hiring leaders in compliance with all applicable legislation.