Job Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid (4 days Onsite + 1 day Remote) Education Requirement: Law Degree from an accredited law school Sponsorship : No Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Junior Legal Counsel to join our team in Mississauga, Ontario. A Day in the Life: This role will be responsible for Reporting to the General Counsel, this candidate provides legal advice on commercial/wholesale financing matters, consumer and commercial lending/finance, insurance and warranty regulatory matters, marketing and advertising, as well as assisting in managing litigation, contract review, legal transactions, legal compliance, employment and other matters. This role also supports the General Counsel in the strategic management of class action, employment, franchise, vendor, supplier and consumer claims and other matters, including:
Maintenance of corporate compliance, including corporate books and records and licenses.
NCI consumer or corporate legal compliance, including preparation of company forms, contracts and other documents, and research and advice to clients regarding policy and procedures, programs, projects or other company business.
Interactions with and legal guidance to national and regional market representation staff, including the review, coordination, and supervision of market representation. Provides legal advice on other dealer issues such as financial interventions, dealer disputes, warranty, cooperative advertising, pricing and discounting, contests, incentives, and dealer relations.
Providing legal advice related to vehicle warranties, manages warranty litigation, and assists the General Counsel in responding to related regulatory attorneys general inquiries and investigations. Provides legal advice in the initiation and execution of service campaigns. Reviews and provides counsel on the lawful use of Goodwill reimbursements.
Managing legal aspects of NCF retail loan and lease transactions and providing legal analysis and advice on all aspects of retail lending issues ranging from documentation, administration, enforcement and recovery. Includes management of workouts and bankruptcies.
Handling sensitive and confidential information. Inadvertent leaks or miscommunication of information can have a direct impact to company image (locally and potentially globally) and financial impact to the organization. Potential for damage to employee morale also possible.
Supervises outside counsel.
Providing occasional legal advice to Nissan Canada Finance retail, commercial/wholesale financing matters, consumer and commercial lending/finance transactions, and legal analysis along advice on all aspects of retail lending issues ranging from documentation, administration, enforcement and recovery. Includes management of workouts, bankruptcies, cost of credit and consumer protection matters
Providing corporate secretarial support for any of Nissan Canada's affiliates, as required by the General Counsel.
As directed by the General Counsel, managing and coordinating litigation, providing recommendations on decision-making regarding case strategy, documents preparation and legal research management of outside counsel.
Providing legal advice to marketing and advertising groups in all legal aspects relating to national marketing and advertising, competition law and privacy matters.
Providing legal advice and support in all legal aspects of the procurement process, including contract negotiations and drafting.
Providing legal advice on employment and human rights matters.
Providing legal support to ensure finance and lease activities compliance and regulation and main liaison with captive finance associations regarding legal matters of interest to the Company.
Occasionally manage and attend Arbitration, Small Claims and Superior Court Litigation matters.
Who We're Looking for: Required:
Law degree from an accredited law school and member of bar in the province of Ontario/ Quebec required.
Successfully completed articling program at a national, large or medium sized law firm (experience in relevant practice areas corporate/commercial, retail and commercial/wholesale financing matters and consumer and commercial lending/finance transactions, consumer lending, marketing and advertising, competition law, business litigation management and complex commercial contract review)
Desired:
Bilingualism is an asset, English and French
Automotive or retail experience is an asset
Insurance and warranty regulatory experience is an asset
What You'll Look Forward to at Nissan: Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization. Be where you need to be: Feel empowered at work with our "Be where you need to be" approach to work based on your role. This offers a realistic, modern approach to work based on the expectation for the position. Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide. Built for Your Best: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXuame0vwiw&list=PLki2k0CDxrPe8V6WmEeEdhj1fosRD-JQa All employment is contingent upon successful completion of background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and as permitted by applicable statutes and regulations. It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in Canada and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire. NISSAN FOR EVERYONE People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base. Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees - with shared characteristics or interests - build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included. Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products. Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future. Mississauga Ontario Canada Salary Range: $77,711.00 - $96,034.00 This compensation range represents the minimum to midpoint base salary rates at Nissan for jobs assigned to this particular grade level. Please note that an employee's base salary may occasionally be set above the midpoint of the salary band for this grade level, in recognition of the employee's unique skills, work experience, education, work location, or market conditions. Compensation decisions also consider internal equity and comparisons with the base salary rates of other employees with similar backgrounds working in comparable roles. Note: Bonus, benefits, and other forms of variable compensation are not included in the base-salary range shown above.
Aug 03, 2026
Hybrid
Job Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid (4 days Onsite + 1 day Remote) Education Requirement: Law Degree from an accredited law school Sponsorship : No Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Junior Legal Counsel to join our team in Mississauga, Ontario. A Day in the Life: This role will be responsible for Reporting to the General Counsel, this candidate provides legal advice on commercial/wholesale financing matters, consumer and commercial lending/finance, insurance and warranty regulatory matters, marketing and advertising, as well as assisting in managing litigation, contract review, legal transactions, legal compliance, employment and other matters. This role also supports the General Counsel in the strategic management of class action, employment, franchise, vendor, supplier and consumer claims and other matters, including:
Maintenance of corporate compliance, including corporate books and records and licenses.
NCI consumer or corporate legal compliance, including preparation of company forms, contracts and other documents, and research and advice to clients regarding policy and procedures, programs, projects or other company business.
Interactions with and legal guidance to national and regional market representation staff, including the review, coordination, and supervision of market representation. Provides legal advice on other dealer issues such as financial interventions, dealer disputes, warranty, cooperative advertising, pricing and discounting, contests, incentives, and dealer relations.
Providing legal advice related to vehicle warranties, manages warranty litigation, and assists the General Counsel in responding to related regulatory attorneys general inquiries and investigations. Provides legal advice in the initiation and execution of service campaigns. Reviews and provides counsel on the lawful use of Goodwill reimbursements.
Managing legal aspects of NCF retail loan and lease transactions and providing legal analysis and advice on all aspects of retail lending issues ranging from documentation, administration, enforcement and recovery. Includes management of workouts and bankruptcies.
Handling sensitive and confidential information. Inadvertent leaks or miscommunication of information can have a direct impact to company image (locally and potentially globally) and financial impact to the organization. Potential for damage to employee morale also possible.
Supervises outside counsel.
Providing occasional legal advice to Nissan Canada Finance retail, commercial/wholesale financing matters, consumer and commercial lending/finance transactions, and legal analysis along advice on all aspects of retail lending issues ranging from documentation, administration, enforcement and recovery. Includes management of workouts, bankruptcies, cost of credit and consumer protection matters
Providing corporate secretarial support for any of Nissan Canada's affiliates, as required by the General Counsel.
As directed by the General Counsel, managing and coordinating litigation, providing recommendations on decision-making regarding case strategy, documents preparation and legal research management of outside counsel.
Providing legal advice to marketing and advertising groups in all legal aspects relating to national marketing and advertising, competition law and privacy matters.
Providing legal advice and support in all legal aspects of the procurement process, including contract negotiations and drafting.
Providing legal advice on employment and human rights matters.
Providing legal support to ensure finance and lease activities compliance and regulation and main liaison with captive finance associations regarding legal matters of interest to the Company.
Occasionally manage and attend Arbitration, Small Claims and Superior Court Litigation matters.
Who We're Looking for: Required:
Law degree from an accredited law school and member of bar in the province of Ontario/ Quebec required.
Successfully completed articling program at a national, large or medium sized law firm (experience in relevant practice areas corporate/commercial, retail and commercial/wholesale financing matters and consumer and commercial lending/finance transactions, consumer lending, marketing and advertising, competition law, business litigation management and complex commercial contract review)
Desired:
Bilingualism is an asset, English and French
Automotive or retail experience is an asset
Insurance and warranty regulatory experience is an asset
What You'll Look Forward to at Nissan: Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization. Be where you need to be: Feel empowered at work with our "Be where you need to be" approach to work based on your role. This offers a realistic, modern approach to work based on the expectation for the position. Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide. Built for Your Best: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXuame0vwiw&list=PLki2k0CDxrPe8V6WmEeEdhj1fosRD-JQa All employment is contingent upon successful completion of background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and as permitted by applicable statutes and regulations. It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in Canada and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire. NISSAN FOR EVERYONE People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base. Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees - with shared characteristics or interests - build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included. Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products. Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future. Mississauga Ontario Canada Salary Range: $77,711.00 - $96,034.00 This compensation range represents the minimum to midpoint base salary rates at Nissan for jobs assigned to this particular grade level. Please note that an employee's base salary may occasionally be set above the midpoint of the salary band for this grade level, in recognition of the employee's unique skills, work experience, education, work location, or market conditions. Compensation decisions also consider internal equity and comparisons with the base salary rates of other employees with similar backgrounds working in comparable roles. Note: Bonus, benefits, and other forms of variable compensation are not included in the base-salary range shown above.
Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title And Summary Counsel, Canada Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere, by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all. Role: The Manager, Counsel, Canada position, will be based in Toronto, Ontario and will report to the Senior Vice President and Assistant General Counsel, Canada. This individual will be part of the Canadian and Americas Law team, supporting the Canadian business. Responsibilities:
Provide legal and business risk assessment and analysis on matters from new product constructs to commercial agreements.
Identify and advise on intellectual property, competition, regulatory and data privacy product risks, with support of Mastercard's intellectual property, regulatory and data privacy counsel.
Negotiate complex customer business agreements including product, solution and strategic partnership agreements, identifying legal and business risks and recommending solutions.
Foster and build strong relationships with business stakeholders, global product counsel, and other legal and franchise colleagues to promote cross-functional and cross-regional collaboration.
Work cross-functionally across issuer, acquirer, merchant, digital and services business lines to provide holistic support to the region.
Train and educate internal clients on processes, risks and changes in laws and regulations on an ongoing basis.
Drive process improvements and efficiencies; own and execute solutions to support our strategy and drive towards streamlining processes to increase ease of doing business.
All About You:
A qualified lawyer with a solid academic and training background, licensed to practice in Ontario; French language is an asset but not required.
Able to work collaboratively, spot issues, prioritize and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Solutions orientated problem solver and able to work flexibly under pressure with tight deadlines.
Keen business insight and strong communication skills to interact confidently and effectively with internal clients, Mastercard customers and law department colleagues, including senior management and Mastercard executives.
Strong drafting, writing and negotiating skills across a range of complex commercial contracts and the ability to analyze and identify the core legal issues.
A fast learner who can gain rapid familiarity with complex products and solutions and maintain knowledge of those changing products and solutions.
A heightened working knowledge of data privacy, regulatory and intellectual property issues.
A team player, willing to take on responsibilities and roles that support the team, department, region and the company.
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly. Corporate Security Responsibility All Activities Involving Access To Mastercard Assets, Information, And Networks Comes With An Inherent Risk To The Organization And, Therefore, It Is Expected That Every Person Working For, Or On Behalf Of, Mastercard Is Responsible For Information Security And Must:
Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;
Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.
Sep 09, 2025
Full time
Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title And Summary Counsel, Canada Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere, by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all. Role: The Manager, Counsel, Canada position, will be based in Toronto, Ontario and will report to the Senior Vice President and Assistant General Counsel, Canada. This individual will be part of the Canadian and Americas Law team, supporting the Canadian business. Responsibilities:
Provide legal and business risk assessment and analysis on matters from new product constructs to commercial agreements.
Identify and advise on intellectual property, competition, regulatory and data privacy product risks, with support of Mastercard's intellectual property, regulatory and data privacy counsel.
Negotiate complex customer business agreements including product, solution and strategic partnership agreements, identifying legal and business risks and recommending solutions.
Foster and build strong relationships with business stakeholders, global product counsel, and other legal and franchise colleagues to promote cross-functional and cross-regional collaboration.
Work cross-functionally across issuer, acquirer, merchant, digital and services business lines to provide holistic support to the region.
Train and educate internal clients on processes, risks and changes in laws and regulations on an ongoing basis.
Drive process improvements and efficiencies; own and execute solutions to support our strategy and drive towards streamlining processes to increase ease of doing business.
All About You:
A qualified lawyer with a solid academic and training background, licensed to practice in Ontario; French language is an asset but not required.
Able to work collaboratively, spot issues, prioritize and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Solutions orientated problem solver and able to work flexibly under pressure with tight deadlines.
Keen business insight and strong communication skills to interact confidently and effectively with internal clients, Mastercard customers and law department colleagues, including senior management and Mastercard executives.
Strong drafting, writing and negotiating skills across a range of complex commercial contracts and the ability to analyze and identify the core legal issues.
A fast learner who can gain rapid familiarity with complex products and solutions and maintain knowledge of those changing products and solutions.
A heightened working knowledge of data privacy, regulatory and intellectual property issues.
A team player, willing to take on responsibilities and roles that support the team, department, region and the company.
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly. Corporate Security Responsibility All Activities Involving Access To Mastercard Assets, Information, And Networks Comes With An Inherent Risk To The Organization And, Therefore, It Is Expected That Every Person Working For, Or On Behalf Of, Mastercard Is Responsible For Information Security And Must:
Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;
Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.
Location: Head Office - Mississauga, Ontario Work Schedule: Hybrid. Education: Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution Certification: Must be a member in good standing of the Bar in the Province of Ontario Sponsorship: Employment sponsorship is not available for this position Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation At Nissan, we are not just building cars, we are revolutionizing mobility. We are a global leader with a heritage of innovation, and we are searching for talented individuals like you to join us on this exciting journey. We believe that every individual possesses a unique set of skills and passions that can be harnessed to drive innovation and shape the future of the automotive industry. Our diverse range of program areas and career paths offer exciting opportunities for adventurers like you to embark on a thrilling professional journey. Learn more about Nissan's future here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDJ3GVA1QRw We're looking for a Legal Counsel to join our team and support a wide range of legal matters, including commercial and consumer financing, regulatory compliance, marketing, contracts, litigation, and employment law. Reporting to the Director, General Counsel, this role offers a dynamic opportunity to make a real impact across the business. This role also supports the Director, General Counsel in the strategic management of class action, employment, franchise, vendor, supplier and consumer claims and other matters, including:
Maintenance of corporate compliance, including corporate books and records and licenses.
NCI consumer or corporate legal compliance, including preparation of company forms, contracts and other documents, and research and advice to clients regarding policy and procedures, programs, projects, or other company business.
Interactions with and legal guidance to national and regional market representation staff, including the review, coordination, and supervision of market representation. Provides legal advice on other dealer issues such as financial interventions, dealer disputes, warranty, cooperative advertising, pricing, and discounting, contests, incentives, and dealer relations.
Providing legal advice related to vehicle warranties, manages warranty litigation, and assists the Director, General Counsel in responding to related regulatory attorneys general inquiries and investigations. Provides legal advice in the initiation and execution of service campaigns. Reviews and provides counsel on the lawful use of Goodwill reimbursements.
Managing legal aspects of NCF retail loan and lease transactions and providing legal analysis and advice on all aspects of retail lending issues ranging from documentation, administration, enforcement, and recovery. Includes management of workouts and bankruptcies.
Handling sensitive and confidential information. Inadvertent leaks or miscommunication of information can have a direct impact to company image (locally and potentially globally) and financial impact to the organization. Potential for damage to employee morale also possible.
Supervising outside counsel.
Providing occasional legal advice to Nissan Canada Finance retail and commercial/wholesale financing matters and consumer and commercial lending/finance transactions, and legal analysis and advice on all aspects of retail lending issues ranging from documentation, administration, enforcement, and recovery. Includes management of workouts and bankruptcies and cost of credit and consumer protection matters.
Providing corporate secretarial support for any of Nissan Canada's affiliates, as required by the Director, General Counsel.
As directed by the Director, General Counsel, managing and coordinating litigation, providing recommendations on decision-making regarding case strategy, documents preparation and legal research management of outside counsel.
Providing legal advice to marketing and advertising groups in all legal aspects relating to national marketing and advertising, competition law and privacy matters.
Providing legal advice and support in all legal aspects of the procurement process, including contract negotiations and drafting.
Providing legal advice on employment and human rights matters.
Providing legal support to ensure finance and lease activities compliance and regulation and main liaison with captive finance associations regarding legal matters of interest to the Company.
Who We are Looking for:
Someone who successfully completed articling program at a national large sized law firm (0-1 year experience in relevant practice areas corporate/commercial, retail, and commercial/wholesale financing matters and consumer and commercial lending/finance transactions, consumer lending, marketing, and advertising, competition law, business litigation management and complex commercial contract review)
Bilingualism is an asset, English and French
Automotive or retail experience is an asset
Insurance and warranty regulatory experience is an asset
What You will Look Forward to as a Legal Counsel at Nissan: Career Growth: Gain access to immense career path options to grow at Nissan with international & domestic career growth opportunities + cross-departmental career opportunities available on a regular basis. Autonomy and Impact: You will have real autonomy to drive changes in the business and the opportunity to develop and expand your skills. From day one you will have responsibility to tackle problems and use your unique problem-solving approach with support from your team to solve challenges across our organization. Rewards: Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). https://publications.livewellatnissan.com/wp-content/uploads/Nissan-2024-RecruitmentOverview.pdf The Nissan Way sets our company way of doing things, with the values underpinning how we can work together to achieve success. Explore more here: https://www.nissan-global.com/EN/COMPANY/LIFE_AT_NISSAN/ Fuel your career with innovation and purpose by joining Nissan All employment is contingent upon successful completion of background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and as permitted by applicable statutes and regulations. It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in Canada and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire. NISSAN FOR EVERYONE People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base. Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees - with shared characteristics or interests - build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included. Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products. Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future. Mississauga Ontario Canada
Jun 23, 2025
Full time
Location: Head Office - Mississauga, Ontario Work Schedule: Hybrid. Education: Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution Certification: Must be a member in good standing of the Bar in the Province of Ontario Sponsorship: Employment sponsorship is not available for this position Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation At Nissan, we are not just building cars, we are revolutionizing mobility. We are a global leader with a heritage of innovation, and we are searching for talented individuals like you to join us on this exciting journey. We believe that every individual possesses a unique set of skills and passions that can be harnessed to drive innovation and shape the future of the automotive industry. Our diverse range of program areas and career paths offer exciting opportunities for adventurers like you to embark on a thrilling professional journey. Learn more about Nissan's future here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDJ3GVA1QRw We're looking for a Legal Counsel to join our team and support a wide range of legal matters, including commercial and consumer financing, regulatory compliance, marketing, contracts, litigation, and employment law. Reporting to the Director, General Counsel, this role offers a dynamic opportunity to make a real impact across the business. This role also supports the Director, General Counsel in the strategic management of class action, employment, franchise, vendor, supplier and consumer claims and other matters, including:
Maintenance of corporate compliance, including corporate books and records and licenses.
NCI consumer or corporate legal compliance, including preparation of company forms, contracts and other documents, and research and advice to clients regarding policy and procedures, programs, projects, or other company business.
Interactions with and legal guidance to national and regional market representation staff, including the review, coordination, and supervision of market representation. Provides legal advice on other dealer issues such as financial interventions, dealer disputes, warranty, cooperative advertising, pricing, and discounting, contests, incentives, and dealer relations.
Providing legal advice related to vehicle warranties, manages warranty litigation, and assists the Director, General Counsel in responding to related regulatory attorneys general inquiries and investigations. Provides legal advice in the initiation and execution of service campaigns. Reviews and provides counsel on the lawful use of Goodwill reimbursements.
Managing legal aspects of NCF retail loan and lease transactions and providing legal analysis and advice on all aspects of retail lending issues ranging from documentation, administration, enforcement, and recovery. Includes management of workouts and bankruptcies.
Handling sensitive and confidential information. Inadvertent leaks or miscommunication of information can have a direct impact to company image (locally and potentially globally) and financial impact to the organization. Potential for damage to employee morale also possible.
Supervising outside counsel.
Providing occasional legal advice to Nissan Canada Finance retail and commercial/wholesale financing matters and consumer and commercial lending/finance transactions, and legal analysis and advice on all aspects of retail lending issues ranging from documentation, administration, enforcement, and recovery. Includes management of workouts and bankruptcies and cost of credit and consumer protection matters.
Providing corporate secretarial support for any of Nissan Canada's affiliates, as required by the Director, General Counsel.
As directed by the Director, General Counsel, managing and coordinating litigation, providing recommendations on decision-making regarding case strategy, documents preparation and legal research management of outside counsel.
Providing legal advice to marketing and advertising groups in all legal aspects relating to national marketing and advertising, competition law and privacy matters.
Providing legal advice and support in all legal aspects of the procurement process, including contract negotiations and drafting.
Providing legal advice on employment and human rights matters.
Providing legal support to ensure finance and lease activities compliance and regulation and main liaison with captive finance associations regarding legal matters of interest to the Company.
Who We are Looking for:
Someone who successfully completed articling program at a national large sized law firm (0-1 year experience in relevant practice areas corporate/commercial, retail, and commercial/wholesale financing matters and consumer and commercial lending/finance transactions, consumer lending, marketing, and advertising, competition law, business litigation management and complex commercial contract review)
Bilingualism is an asset, English and French
Automotive or retail experience is an asset
Insurance and warranty regulatory experience is an asset
What You will Look Forward to as a Legal Counsel at Nissan: Career Growth: Gain access to immense career path options to grow at Nissan with international & domestic career growth opportunities + cross-departmental career opportunities available on a regular basis. Autonomy and Impact: You will have real autonomy to drive changes in the business and the opportunity to develop and expand your skills. From day one you will have responsibility to tackle problems and use your unique problem-solving approach with support from your team to solve challenges across our organization. Rewards: Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). https://publications.livewellatnissan.com/wp-content/uploads/Nissan-2024-RecruitmentOverview.pdf The Nissan Way sets our company way of doing things, with the values underpinning how we can work together to achieve success. Explore more here: https://www.nissan-global.com/EN/COMPANY/LIFE_AT_NISSAN/ Fuel your career with innovation and purpose by joining Nissan All employment is contingent upon successful completion of background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and as permitted by applicable statutes and regulations. It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in Canada and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire. NISSAN FOR EVERYONE People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base. Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees - with shared characteristics or interests - build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included. Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products. Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future. Mississauga Ontario Canada
Walmart Canada operates a growing chain of more than 400 stores nationwide serving more than 1.5 million customers each day. Walmart Canada’s flagship online store, www.walmart.ca, is visited by 1.5 million customers daily. With more than 100,000 associates, Walmart Canada is one of Canada’s largest employers and is ranked one of the country’s top 10 most influential brands. Walmart Canada's extensive philanthropy program is focused on supporting Canadian families in need, and since 1994 Walmart Canada has raised and donated more than $750 million to Canadian charities. We are currently seeking a senior lawyer with health regulatory law experience, reporting to the Assistant General Counsel (Regulatory), to join a best in class legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to work as a strategic partner with the business on a broad range of regulatory matters. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 – 10 years of health regulatory experience at an in-house legal department and/or a leading law firm.
What you'll do...
Advising on complex regulatory areas, particularly health & wellness (provincial drug and health regulatory requirements) and privacy (employee, data incident response etc.)
Identifying potential legal or regulatory risks or issues, and partnering cross-functionally with the necessary business units to identify and implement appropriate solutions
Negotiating and drafting agreements, policies, and other legal/regulatory documents
Educating and training on legal requirements within the business, in partnership with business stakeholders such as Compliance, People, and Operations
Effectively managing external counsel across Canada where engaged
Identifying and implementing efficient ways of working both within and outside the legal department
Qualifications:
LLB or JD
7+ years of health regulatory experience at an in-house legal department and/or leading law firm
Experience in privacy law, franchise law and data incident response an asset
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to manage complex transactions and communicate practical legal advice to all levels of the company including senior management, are essential
Ability to manage complex projects through prioritization and disciplined execution.
Collaborative, energetic team player capable of handling multiple matters and meeting deadlines.
Strong business acumen, sound judgement and interpersonal skills are important as you will have extensive interaction with various business groups.
Leadership Expectations: Respect the Individual:
Builds high-performing teams; seeks, and embraces differences in people, cultures, ideas and experiences; creates a workplace and experiences where all associates feel seen, supported and connected through culture of belonging so associates thrive and perform; drives a positive associate and customer experience for all. Creates a discipline and focus around developing talent through feedback, coaching, mentoring, and developmental opportunities; builds the talent pipeline, fosters an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work, empowers associates and partners to act in the best interest of the customer and company, and regularly recognizes others’ contributions and accomplishments; supports strategies and drives initiatives that attract and retain the best talent. Builds strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners; works collaboratively and cross-functionally to achieve objectives; and communicates and listens attentively, with energy and positivity to motivate, influence, and inspire commitment and action. Acts with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics and compliance; models the Walmart values and leads by example to foster our culture; supports Walmart’s goal of becoming a regenerative company by taking action to advance opportunity, sustainability, community, and integrity (e.g., creating fair opportunities for associates and suppliers, driving local giving efforts). Ensures that teams follow the law, our code of conduct and company policies; promotes an environment where associates feel comfortable sharing concerns, and models our culture of non-retaliation; listens to concerns raised by associates and takes action, and enables others to do the same; holds self and teams accountable for achieving results in a way that is consistent with our values. Acts as an altruistic servant leader and is consistently humble, self-aware. Serve our Customers: Delivers expected business results while putting the customer first and consistently applying an omni-merchant mindset and acting with an Every Day Low Cost mindset to drive value and Every Day Low Prices for customers. Adopts a holistic perspective that considers data, analytics, customer insights, and different parts of the business when making plans and implementing strategies. Strive for Excellence: Consistently raises the bar and seeks to improve; demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset; seeks feedback, asks thoughtful questions, and fosters an environment that supports learning, innovation, learning from mistakes, and intelligent risk-taking; and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks. Drives continuous improvements, supervises the adoption of new technology, and supports digital disruption in line with Walmart’s business model.
Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Age - 16 or older
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law.
Primary Location…
1940 Argentia Rd, Mississauga, ON L5N 1P9, Canada
Jun 13, 2025
Full time
Walmart Canada operates a growing chain of more than 400 stores nationwide serving more than 1.5 million customers each day. Walmart Canada’s flagship online store, www.walmart.ca, is visited by 1.5 million customers daily. With more than 100,000 associates, Walmart Canada is one of Canada’s largest employers and is ranked one of the country’s top 10 most influential brands. Walmart Canada's extensive philanthropy program is focused on supporting Canadian families in need, and since 1994 Walmart Canada has raised and donated more than $750 million to Canadian charities. We are currently seeking a senior lawyer with health regulatory law experience, reporting to the Assistant General Counsel (Regulatory), to join a best in class legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to work as a strategic partner with the business on a broad range of regulatory matters. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 – 10 years of health regulatory experience at an in-house legal department and/or a leading law firm.
What you'll do...
Advising on complex regulatory areas, particularly health & wellness (provincial drug and health regulatory requirements) and privacy (employee, data incident response etc.)
Identifying potential legal or regulatory risks or issues, and partnering cross-functionally with the necessary business units to identify and implement appropriate solutions
Negotiating and drafting agreements, policies, and other legal/regulatory documents
Educating and training on legal requirements within the business, in partnership with business stakeholders such as Compliance, People, and Operations
Effectively managing external counsel across Canada where engaged
Identifying and implementing efficient ways of working both within and outside the legal department
Qualifications:
LLB or JD
7+ years of health regulatory experience at an in-house legal department and/or leading law firm
Experience in privacy law, franchise law and data incident response an asset
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to manage complex transactions and communicate practical legal advice to all levels of the company including senior management, are essential
Ability to manage complex projects through prioritization and disciplined execution.
Collaborative, energetic team player capable of handling multiple matters and meeting deadlines.
Strong business acumen, sound judgement and interpersonal skills are important as you will have extensive interaction with various business groups.
Leadership Expectations: Respect the Individual:
Builds high-performing teams; seeks, and embraces differences in people, cultures, ideas and experiences; creates a workplace and experiences where all associates feel seen, supported and connected through culture of belonging so associates thrive and perform; drives a positive associate and customer experience for all. Creates a discipline and focus around developing talent through feedback, coaching, mentoring, and developmental opportunities; builds the talent pipeline, fosters an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work, empowers associates and partners to act in the best interest of the customer and company, and regularly recognizes others’ contributions and accomplishments; supports strategies and drives initiatives that attract and retain the best talent. Builds strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners; works collaboratively and cross-functionally to achieve objectives; and communicates and listens attentively, with energy and positivity to motivate, influence, and inspire commitment and action. Acts with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics and compliance; models the Walmart values and leads by example to foster our culture; supports Walmart’s goal of becoming a regenerative company by taking action to advance opportunity, sustainability, community, and integrity (e.g., creating fair opportunities for associates and suppliers, driving local giving efforts). Ensures that teams follow the law, our code of conduct and company policies; promotes an environment where associates feel comfortable sharing concerns, and models our culture of non-retaliation; listens to concerns raised by associates and takes action, and enables others to do the same; holds self and teams accountable for achieving results in a way that is consistent with our values. Acts as an altruistic servant leader and is consistently humble, self-aware. Serve our Customers: Delivers expected business results while putting the customer first and consistently applying an omni-merchant mindset and acting with an Every Day Low Cost mindset to drive value and Every Day Low Prices for customers. Adopts a holistic perspective that considers data, analytics, customer insights, and different parts of the business when making plans and implementing strategies. Strive for Excellence: Consistently raises the bar and seeks to improve; demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset; seeks feedback, asks thoughtful questions, and fosters an environment that supports learning, innovation, learning from mistakes, and intelligent risk-taking; and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks. Drives continuous improvements, supervises the adoption of new technology, and supports digital disruption in line with Walmart’s business model.
Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Age - 16 or older
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law.
Primary Location…
1940 Argentia Rd, Mississauga, ON L5N 1P9, Canada
As Legal Counsel you will be an integral part of the dynamic and high functioning Canadian Tire legal team focusing your talents on human resources, employment law, franchise law and corporate commercial matters. As a primary point of support for our human resources team, you will provide legal advice and services on a wide range of matters that impact CTC at an international and enterprise level, including: providing responsive legal support to the human resources and business teams on all employment-related matters; pre-litigation issue management; drafting and reviewing offer and termination letters and other legal agreements as required; drafting and reviewing HR policies on all employment related matters; researching and interpreting law, jurisprudence, common law developments and emerging employment legal issues and advising on potential impacts, risks and strategies to address; supporting the work of CTC’s Capital Accumulation Plan Committee in connection with pension and benefit administration and providing legal advice with respect to executive compensation, global mobility and immigration matters. As a point of support for our dealer relations team, you will provide legal advice and services on a wide range of matters that impact CTC and its Canadian Tire Associate Dealers including: providing responsive legal support to the dealer relations and business teams on franchise and dealer matters; dealer related issue management; drafting and reviewing Dealer Contract associated policies, agreements, notices, letters and other communications as required; and advising on potential risks and strategies to support the dealer relations and business teams. This role will also entail managing franchise disclosure documents and ensuring compliance with franchise regulatory requirements. This role also provides the opportunity to engage on Charity law matters by providing legal support to CTC’s affiliated charity, Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, in their day to day operational and governance matters and working on various corporate and commercial matters across our various banners. These activities would be ad hoc in nature and not a core part of the role. You will also be responsible for engaging and overseeing the work of external counsel in support of the above activities. Our legal team endorses cross-functional skill development so there will be an opportunity to assist other team members with their portfolios as necessary and as the interest arises. On campus work will be undertaken out of our Toronto head office located at 2180 Yonge Street. This role will report to the Vice President Legal & Associate General Counsel. What You Bring
Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
3-5 years of post-call work experience obtained in the employment/labour group (experience in pensions/benefits and employment litigation an asset), franchise group and corporate/commercial group at a leading law firm or major corporation
Previous work experience as an in-house lawyer at a major corporation preferred
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, senior level judgment and a strong attention to detail
Superior written and oral communication skills
Strong presence with proven acumen in developing effective working relationships, presenting well in front of all levels of management and external business partners
Ability to identify business risks, escalate appropriately and develop mitigation strategies
Strong organizational and time management skills to effectively manage competing priorities
Self-motivation with a desire to work both independently and in a collegial team environment
Creative, have a desire to make a meaningful contribution and an ability to manage in an environment of change to help CTC take bold, strategic moves in this rapidly evolving retail environment
Action oriented and comfortable taking calculated risks to better serve our customers and business teams – within CTC’s risk framework and with oversight from the VP, Associate General Counsel.
Outcome focused, critical thinkers with the ability to analyze to ensure continuous improvement across our network of businesses
Collaborative team player with superior communication skills (written and oral) with an ability to build relationships easily across all levels of stakeholders
Inclusive leaders who build and develop teams that effectively anticipate and respond to disruption, while consistently delivering strong performance
Hybrid We value flexibility. We have adopted a hybrid work model whereby employees use a combination of working in office and virtually in service of outcomes. Each leader is empowered to decide what work is best achieved in person based on the unique needs of their team. About Us Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (“CTC”) is one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies. With more than 90 Owned Brands, 1,700 retail locations, financial services, exemplary e-commerce capabilities, and exciting market-leading merchandising strategies. We dream big and work as one to innovate with purpose for our customers at every level of our business, investing in new technologies and products, and doubling down on top talent to drive the company forward. We offer competitive salaries and wages to CTC employees, as well as store discounts, supported learning through our Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. As part of our enhanced flex benefits program, we offer mental health benefits in the amount of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families, including total well-being, and mental health tools and resources for all employees. Join us in helping to make life in Canada better through living and working our Core Values: we are innovators and entrepreneurs at our core, outcomes drive us, inclusion is a must, we are stronger together and we take personal responsibility. It is an especially exciting time to join CTC and its family of companies where career opportunities are wide-ranging! Join us, where there's a place for you here. Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging We are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better. Accommodations We stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.
Feb 17, 2025
Full time
As Legal Counsel you will be an integral part of the dynamic and high functioning Canadian Tire legal team focusing your talents on human resources, employment law, franchise law and corporate commercial matters. As a primary point of support for our human resources team, you will provide legal advice and services on a wide range of matters that impact CTC at an international and enterprise level, including: providing responsive legal support to the human resources and business teams on all employment-related matters; pre-litigation issue management; drafting and reviewing offer and termination letters and other legal agreements as required; drafting and reviewing HR policies on all employment related matters; researching and interpreting law, jurisprudence, common law developments and emerging employment legal issues and advising on potential impacts, risks and strategies to address; supporting the work of CTC’s Capital Accumulation Plan Committee in connection with pension and benefit administration and providing legal advice with respect to executive compensation, global mobility and immigration matters. As a point of support for our dealer relations team, you will provide legal advice and services on a wide range of matters that impact CTC and its Canadian Tire Associate Dealers including: providing responsive legal support to the dealer relations and business teams on franchise and dealer matters; dealer related issue management; drafting and reviewing Dealer Contract associated policies, agreements, notices, letters and other communications as required; and advising on potential risks and strategies to support the dealer relations and business teams. This role will also entail managing franchise disclosure documents and ensuring compliance with franchise regulatory requirements. This role also provides the opportunity to engage on Charity law matters by providing legal support to CTC’s affiliated charity, Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, in their day to day operational and governance matters and working on various corporate and commercial matters across our various banners. These activities would be ad hoc in nature and not a core part of the role. You will also be responsible for engaging and overseeing the work of external counsel in support of the above activities. Our legal team endorses cross-functional skill development so there will be an opportunity to assist other team members with their portfolios as necessary and as the interest arises. On campus work will be undertaken out of our Toronto head office located at 2180 Yonge Street. This role will report to the Vice President Legal & Associate General Counsel. What You Bring
Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
3-5 years of post-call work experience obtained in the employment/labour group (experience in pensions/benefits and employment litigation an asset), franchise group and corporate/commercial group at a leading law firm or major corporation
Previous work experience as an in-house lawyer at a major corporation preferred
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, senior level judgment and a strong attention to detail
Superior written and oral communication skills
Strong presence with proven acumen in developing effective working relationships, presenting well in front of all levels of management and external business partners
Ability to identify business risks, escalate appropriately and develop mitigation strategies
Strong organizational and time management skills to effectively manage competing priorities
Self-motivation with a desire to work both independently and in a collegial team environment
Creative, have a desire to make a meaningful contribution and an ability to manage in an environment of change to help CTC take bold, strategic moves in this rapidly evolving retail environment
Action oriented and comfortable taking calculated risks to better serve our customers and business teams – within CTC’s risk framework and with oversight from the VP, Associate General Counsel.
Outcome focused, critical thinkers with the ability to analyze to ensure continuous improvement across our network of businesses
Collaborative team player with superior communication skills (written and oral) with an ability to build relationships easily across all levels of stakeholders
Inclusive leaders who build and develop teams that effectively anticipate and respond to disruption, while consistently delivering strong performance
Hybrid We value flexibility. We have adopted a hybrid work model whereby employees use a combination of working in office and virtually in service of outcomes. Each leader is empowered to decide what work is best achieved in person based on the unique needs of their team. About Us Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (“CTC”) is one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies. With more than 90 Owned Brands, 1,700 retail locations, financial services, exemplary e-commerce capabilities, and exciting market-leading merchandising strategies. We dream big and work as one to innovate with purpose for our customers at every level of our business, investing in new technologies and products, and doubling down on top talent to drive the company forward. We offer competitive salaries and wages to CTC employees, as well as store discounts, supported learning through our Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. As part of our enhanced flex benefits program, we offer mental health benefits in the amount of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families, including total well-being, and mental health tools and resources for all employees. Join us in helping to make life in Canada better through living and working our Core Values: we are innovators and entrepreneurs at our core, outcomes drive us, inclusion is a must, we are stronger together and we take personal responsibility. It is an especially exciting time to join CTC and its family of companies where career opportunities are wide-ranging! Join us, where there's a place for you here. Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging We are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better. Accommodations We stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.
Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title And Summary Counsel, Business Conduct Office Overview The Business Conduct Office (“BCO”) develops and promotes the policies and trainings grounding Mastercard’s culture: the Code of Conduct, Whistleblower Policy, Non-Retaliation Policy, and the Conflicts of Interest Guidelines. Mastercard has various channels for reporting allegations of misconduct, and the BCO and Employee Relations ensure that investigations follow in a fair and robust way. As Counsel in the BCO based in Canada, you will conduct internal investigations into business misconduct and perform other BCO activities, including vetting of conflicts of interest and drafting training materials, communications, and reports. This role requires the ability to conduct privileged investigations autonomously from beginning to end, including identifying issues, reviewing documents, conducting interviews, and presenting investigation findings in writing and at meetings. Expertise in investigations, a solid understanding of the laws and regulations applicable to Mastercard’s business, and the ability to articulate information at various levels of our organization are required. Attention to detail and judgment while handling confidential matters are also a must. The role reports to the Senior Vice President, Counsel, Business Conduct Office. Role
Conduct complex investigations globally with a focus on Recorded Future, a Mastercard subsidiary
Assist first-line Compliance in establishing and maintaining Compliance culture at Recorded Future
Maintain best-in-class compliance policies and programs globally
Respond rapidly to incidents and inquiries while safeguarding confidentiality and protecting reporters and franchise
Consult with colleagues in the internal Law Department and external counsel in response to investigations as necessary
Thoughtfully analyze and promptly disposition conflicts of interest
Interact and maintain positive working relationships with internal stakeholders including, but not limited to, Legal & Global Policy, Employee Relations, People & Capability, Corporate Security, Finance, Internal Audit, and Regions and Compliance Program Owners
Build and maintain a global network of relationships to ensure trust and credibility of the function
Contribute to awareness communications for Ethics and Compliance, including messages for Compliance Week, theHUB (Mastercard’s intranet), the World’s Most Ethical Company application, and ESG reporting
Develop and update policies and procedures as needed and oversee implementation
Assist with preparation of Audit Committee materials, analyzing and describing investigation metrics
Support the BCO mailbox
Support other key initiatives driven by the BCO as required
All About You
Law degree required
Advanced investigation experience
Understanding of laws applicable to a global payments technology company and a global public corporation headquartered in the US
Partnership skills to engage and collaborate effectively across teams and regions, including active listening skills
Proven track record of leadership and integrity with demonstrated ability to manage large projects and prioritize appropriately
Experience multi-tasking, managing multiple projects and assignments concurrently, and managing and meeting deadlines with autonomy and minimal supervision
Excellent oral and written communication skills, emphasizing drafting and proofreading with great attention to detail
Ability to research and interpret regulations and laws and disseminate information
Experience developing and managing policies and procedures preferred
Strong data analytic skills with experience using data to describe trends preferred
Mastercard is an inclusive equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly. Corporate Security Responsibility Responsibilities All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;
Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.
Feb 01, 2025
Full time
Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title And Summary Counsel, Business Conduct Office Overview The Business Conduct Office (“BCO”) develops and promotes the policies and trainings grounding Mastercard’s culture: the Code of Conduct, Whistleblower Policy, Non-Retaliation Policy, and the Conflicts of Interest Guidelines. Mastercard has various channels for reporting allegations of misconduct, and the BCO and Employee Relations ensure that investigations follow in a fair and robust way. As Counsel in the BCO based in Canada, you will conduct internal investigations into business misconduct and perform other BCO activities, including vetting of conflicts of interest and drafting training materials, communications, and reports. This role requires the ability to conduct privileged investigations autonomously from beginning to end, including identifying issues, reviewing documents, conducting interviews, and presenting investigation findings in writing and at meetings. Expertise in investigations, a solid understanding of the laws and regulations applicable to Mastercard’s business, and the ability to articulate information at various levels of our organization are required. Attention to detail and judgment while handling confidential matters are also a must. The role reports to the Senior Vice President, Counsel, Business Conduct Office. Role
Conduct complex investigations globally with a focus on Recorded Future, a Mastercard subsidiary
Assist first-line Compliance in establishing and maintaining Compliance culture at Recorded Future
Maintain best-in-class compliance policies and programs globally
Respond rapidly to incidents and inquiries while safeguarding confidentiality and protecting reporters and franchise
Consult with colleagues in the internal Law Department and external counsel in response to investigations as necessary
Thoughtfully analyze and promptly disposition conflicts of interest
Interact and maintain positive working relationships with internal stakeholders including, but not limited to, Legal & Global Policy, Employee Relations, People & Capability, Corporate Security, Finance, Internal Audit, and Regions and Compliance Program Owners
Build and maintain a global network of relationships to ensure trust and credibility of the function
Contribute to awareness communications for Ethics and Compliance, including messages for Compliance Week, theHUB (Mastercard’s intranet), the World’s Most Ethical Company application, and ESG reporting
Develop and update policies and procedures as needed and oversee implementation
Assist with preparation of Audit Committee materials, analyzing and describing investigation metrics
Support the BCO mailbox
Support other key initiatives driven by the BCO as required
All About You
Law degree required
Advanced investigation experience
Understanding of laws applicable to a global payments technology company and a global public corporation headquartered in the US
Partnership skills to engage and collaborate effectively across teams and regions, including active listening skills
Proven track record of leadership and integrity with demonstrated ability to manage large projects and prioritize appropriately
Experience multi-tasking, managing multiple projects and assignments concurrently, and managing and meeting deadlines with autonomy and minimal supervision
Excellent oral and written communication skills, emphasizing drafting and proofreading with great attention to detail
Ability to research and interpret regulations and laws and disseminate information
Experience developing and managing policies and procedures preferred
Strong data analytic skills with experience using data to describe trends preferred
Mastercard is an inclusive equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly. Corporate Security Responsibility Responsibilities All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;
Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.
