BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.
Your Opportunity
Our National office located in Toronto is looking for a Junior Litigation Lawyer to join our Office of the General Counsel. The Junior Litigation Lawyer will be part of a dynamic in-house litigation team and undertake a broad range of duties such as:
Work with the team
's litigation lawyers to manage lawsuits, arbitrations and matters before various regulatory bodies, including CPA provincial and regional accounting bodies, and provincial securities regulators, and respond to third-party document demands.
Provide clear, strategic and proactive legal advice to members of the Firm
's service lines.
Keep apprised of developments in the law, regulations and case law, and assess any impact such developments may have on any of the Firm
's service lines.
Conduct research on legal matters that impact the Firm, including professional negligence, contract, regulatory and partnership law.
Conduct fact-gathering and exposure analysis for pre-litigation matters.
Draft documents, including responses to demand letters, offers to settle, and releases.
Work closely with the team
's law clerk to manage document productions.
Contribute to the development of corporate policies and procedures related to claims, litigation management and regulatory matters.
How do we define success for your role?
You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration.
You understand the industries within which BDO operates, its challenges, and opportunities and others within BDO describe you as positive, professional, and someone who delivers high quality work.
You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery.
You contribute to an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains and attracts talent.
You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace.
You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.
Your experience and education
You are a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario.
You have between 2-3 years of commercial litigation experience gained from a leading law firm or in-house legal department.
You have superior academic credentials.
Proficiency with the RelativityOne eDiscovery platform would be considered a strong asset.
Fluency in French would be considered a strong asset.
You have strong drafting and negotiating skills.
You have sharp legal analytical skills â
“ the ability to analyze information, identify key issues, and manage processes from inception to completion.
You have persuasive communication skills and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels, both in the legal and business community.
You have the ability to develop creative solutions and provide effective legal advice across a wide range of legal matters with significant complexity and risk exposure.
You have excellent analytical and information synthesis skills to assess complex issues with attention to detail.
You have excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present legal opinions, arguments and information in a clear manner.
You have excellent time management, prioritization and organizational skills to effectively manage a high volume of files and projects with competing deadlines.
You have demonstrated commitment to professional ethics and integrity.
You have strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative nature, and the ability to work in a cross-team environment.
You have high values in teamwork, client/customer service and professionalism.
You have the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management.
You are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Why BDO? Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2024 . This recognition is a milestone we're thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.
Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:
We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.
Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.
Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us .
Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.
Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It's about creating work experiences that meet everyone's needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.
Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click "Apply now" to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.
To explore other opportunities at BDO, check out our careers page .
Feb 27, 2024
Full time
BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.
Your Opportunity
Our National office located in Toronto is looking for a Junior Litigation Lawyer to join our Office of the General Counsel. The Junior Litigation Lawyer will be part of a dynamic in-house litigation team and undertake a broad range of duties such as:
Work with the team
's litigation lawyers to manage lawsuits, arbitrations and matters before various regulatory bodies, including CPA provincial and regional accounting bodies, and provincial securities regulators, and respond to third-party document demands.
Provide clear, strategic and proactive legal advice to members of the Firm
's service lines.
Keep apprised of developments in the law, regulations and case law, and assess any impact such developments may have on any of the Firm
's service lines.
Conduct research on legal matters that impact the Firm, including professional negligence, contract, regulatory and partnership law.
Conduct fact-gathering and exposure analysis for pre-litigation matters.
Draft documents, including responses to demand letters, offers to settle, and releases.
Work closely with the team
's law clerk to manage document productions.
Contribute to the development of corporate policies and procedures related to claims, litigation management and regulatory matters.
How do we define success for your role?
You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration.
You understand the industries within which BDO operates, its challenges, and opportunities and others within BDO describe you as positive, professional, and someone who delivers high quality work.
You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery.
You contribute to an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains and attracts talent.
You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace.
You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.
Your experience and education
You are a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario.
You have between 2-3 years of commercial litigation experience gained from a leading law firm or in-house legal department.
You have superior academic credentials.
Proficiency with the RelativityOne eDiscovery platform would be considered a strong asset.
Fluency in French would be considered a strong asset.
You have strong drafting and negotiating skills.
You have sharp legal analytical skills â
“ the ability to analyze information, identify key issues, and manage processes from inception to completion.
You have persuasive communication skills and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels, both in the legal and business community.
You have the ability to develop creative solutions and provide effective legal advice across a wide range of legal matters with significant complexity and risk exposure.
You have excellent analytical and information synthesis skills to assess complex issues with attention to detail.
You have excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present legal opinions, arguments and information in a clear manner.
You have excellent time management, prioritization and organizational skills to effectively manage a high volume of files and projects with competing deadlines.
You have demonstrated commitment to professional ethics and integrity.
You have strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative nature, and the ability to work in a cross-team environment.
You have high values in teamwork, client/customer service and professionalism.
You have the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management.
You are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Why BDO? Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2024 . This recognition is a milestone we're thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.
Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:
We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.
Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.
Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us .
Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.
Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It's about creating work experiences that meet everyone's needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.
Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click "Apply now" to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.
To explore other opportunities at BDO, check out our careers page .
As an Associate Legal Counsel you will be an individual contributor with JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s dynamic Corporate & Investment Bank, Commercial Banking and other departments in Canada. Working across all lines of business in and into Canada, you will support the JPMorgan Chase’s traditional and innovative investment banking, lending, markets and securities services products, as well as providing cross-line of business advice in privacy, AML and general corporate matters and supporting the local team on enterprise-wide and departmental initiatives.
Job Responsibilities:
Supporting Canadian Country Counsel team in advising Corporate and Investment Banking, Commercial Banking and other lines of business in and into Canada engaging with Canadian clients
As part of Country Counsel team, manage day-to-day requests for legal advice, guidance, support, and interpretation from business, front-office and product legal specialists in Canada and other jurisdictions, including in respect of privacy, AML/sanctions, anti-trust and cross-border laws and regulations
Canadian support for vendor arrangements, third-party sourcing contracts, data use issues and outsourcing
Participation in development and implementation of regulatory compliance policies and procedures and internal controls and other processes, both within and cross-line of business
Transactional documentation support, including review, providing comments and negotiation of terms of NDAs, client letters, attestations, marketing documentation and RFPs
Supporting legal department initiatives including the Office of Legal Obligations, mapping legal requirements and responsibilities by legal entity, business line, function and providing daily advice on obligations
Advising on regulatory change and managing Canadian Legal Regulatory Change program
Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills:
Minimum of 3 years of experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department at a large bank, broker or financial services company
Bachelor of Laws/ JD Degree and a license to practice law in Canada
Candidate should have a general knowledge of credit and lending issues, transactions and documentation and Canadian banking laws
Excellent research and problem-solving skills and be willing to learn
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Candidate should have excellent skills in communicating with internal legal, compliance and business colleagues as well as external counsel, other dealers and financial institutions, administrative agents, etc., and in negotiating with any of these constituencies when necessary.
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills:
Ability to work in team environment and to prioritize work and effectively manage multiple issues at one time with limited resources
Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with clients and partner with the business, tax, HR, controls, compliance, and other parts of the Legal Department to find solutions
All candidates for roles in the Legal department must successfully complete conflict of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment. Attorneys must be licensed to practice law and a member in good standing or otherwise eligible to practice law in the jurisdiction in which the position is based.
ABOUT US
JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
ABOUT THE TEAM Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.
Aug 24, 2023
Full time
As an Associate Legal Counsel you will be an individual contributor with JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s dynamic Corporate & Investment Bank, Commercial Banking and other departments in Canada. Working across all lines of business in and into Canada, you will support the JPMorgan Chase’s traditional and innovative investment banking, lending, markets and securities services products, as well as providing cross-line of business advice in privacy, AML and general corporate matters and supporting the local team on enterprise-wide and departmental initiatives.
Job Responsibilities:
Supporting Canadian Country Counsel team in advising Corporate and Investment Banking, Commercial Banking and other lines of business in and into Canada engaging with Canadian clients
As part of Country Counsel team, manage day-to-day requests for legal advice, guidance, support, and interpretation from business, front-office and product legal specialists in Canada and other jurisdictions, including in respect of privacy, AML/sanctions, anti-trust and cross-border laws and regulations
Canadian support for vendor arrangements, third-party sourcing contracts, data use issues and outsourcing
Participation in development and implementation of regulatory compliance policies and procedures and internal controls and other processes, both within and cross-line of business
Transactional documentation support, including review, providing comments and negotiation of terms of NDAs, client letters, attestations, marketing documentation and RFPs
Supporting legal department initiatives including the Office of Legal Obligations, mapping legal requirements and responsibilities by legal entity, business line, function and providing daily advice on obligations
Advising on regulatory change and managing Canadian Legal Regulatory Change program
Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills:
Minimum of 3 years of experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department at a large bank, broker or financial services company
Bachelor of Laws/ JD Degree and a license to practice law in Canada
Candidate should have a general knowledge of credit and lending issues, transactions and documentation and Canadian banking laws
Excellent research and problem-solving skills and be willing to learn
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Candidate should have excellent skills in communicating with internal legal, compliance and business colleagues as well as external counsel, other dealers and financial institutions, administrative agents, etc., and in negotiating with any of these constituencies when necessary.
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills:
Ability to work in team environment and to prioritize work and effectively manage multiple issues at one time with limited resources
Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with clients and partner with the business, tax, HR, controls, compliance, and other parts of the Legal Department to find solutions
All candidates for roles in the Legal department must successfully complete conflict of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment. Attorneys must be licensed to practice law and a member in good standing or otherwise eligible to practice law in the jurisdiction in which the position is based.
ABOUT US
JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
ABOUT THE TEAM Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.
Drive your Career!
We love our cars, but it’s the people behind them who make them what they are. To market, sell, and service great cars, we need great people. That’s why at Volkswagen Group Canada, we are passionate about our cars and our brand and foster this same passion and drive in our people. We know that the right people in the right positions can do incredible things, and we love making that happen.
We are currently looking for a Sr. Counsel – Commercial and Privacy Law at our Corporate Offices in Ajax, ON
Reporting to the General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, the successful candidate will provide cost effective services to Office of the General Counsel and the business team on matters in the rapidly-evolving areas of privacy and data governance, competition law, and commercial matters. As the Company and the manufacturers develop new products and functionalities that raise issues of privacy and data protection and consumer protection, this position will work closely with the relevant business areas and manufacturers to advise regarding legal requirements (e.g. privacy breach reporting, consumer terms of services and consumer facing order flows and collateral – all driven by new digital subscription based services – including modifications to such consumer services going forward). In addition, this position will be responsible for implementation of data governance policies.
**This is a flex hybrid model, requiring 2 days in the Ajax office**
Primary Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the General Counsel, advising the business regarding:
The negotiation, review, evaluation of contracts and other obligations and advising management of the degree of legal risk assigned with such obligations before they are entered into;
Sales, intellectual property and marketing matters (including review of advertising and marketing materials);
Consumer protection and competition matters (including ecommerce initiatives);
Dealer matters (including dealer agreements, facility programs, assistance programs, and service circulars); and
Other corporate and commercial matters as required.
Corporate governance matters and ensuring that risk management and insurance activities are attended to effectively and efficiently; and
Undertaking additional corporate and commercial matters as required and assignments based on upon specialist knowledge or experience.
Qualifications
J.D. or LL.B and admitted to Practice Law in Ontario.
4+ years’ experience practicing as a commercial, privacy, or competition, lawyer at a large law firm and/or in-house environment.
Experience advising on privacy or commercial matters.
Strong organizational skills
Strong communication skills - interpersonal and written
Ability to work independently and as part of team (with a flexible, versatile and collaborative nature).
Expertise advising on competition matters considered an asset.
Automotive experience is preferred but not essential.
Bilingual (Fr/En) is considered an asset.
Flexibility for travel local and global travel as required (up to 25%)
What you’ll get in return:
A flexible and collaborative team dynamic
Opportunities for development
Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community
Competitive employer paid benefits, pension and overall compensation package
And much more
Mar 13, 2023
Full time
Drive your Career!
We love our cars, but it’s the people behind them who make them what they are. To market, sell, and service great cars, we need great people. That’s why at Volkswagen Group Canada, we are passionate about our cars and our brand and foster this same passion and drive in our people. We know that the right people in the right positions can do incredible things, and we love making that happen.
We are currently looking for a Sr. Counsel – Commercial and Privacy Law at our Corporate Offices in Ajax, ON
Reporting to the General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, the successful candidate will provide cost effective services to Office of the General Counsel and the business team on matters in the rapidly-evolving areas of privacy and data governance, competition law, and commercial matters. As the Company and the manufacturers develop new products and functionalities that raise issues of privacy and data protection and consumer protection, this position will work closely with the relevant business areas and manufacturers to advise regarding legal requirements (e.g. privacy breach reporting, consumer terms of services and consumer facing order flows and collateral – all driven by new digital subscription based services – including modifications to such consumer services going forward). In addition, this position will be responsible for implementation of data governance policies.
**This is a flex hybrid model, requiring 2 days in the Ajax office**
Primary Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the General Counsel, advising the business regarding:
The negotiation, review, evaluation of contracts and other obligations and advising management of the degree of legal risk assigned with such obligations before they are entered into;
Sales, intellectual property and marketing matters (including review of advertising and marketing materials);
Consumer protection and competition matters (including ecommerce initiatives);
Dealer matters (including dealer agreements, facility programs, assistance programs, and service circulars); and
Other corporate and commercial matters as required.
Corporate governance matters and ensuring that risk management and insurance activities are attended to effectively and efficiently; and
Undertaking additional corporate and commercial matters as required and assignments based on upon specialist knowledge or experience.
Qualifications
J.D. or LL.B and admitted to Practice Law in Ontario.
4+ years’ experience practicing as a commercial, privacy, or competition, lawyer at a large law firm and/or in-house environment.
Experience advising on privacy or commercial matters.
Strong organizational skills
Strong communication skills - interpersonal and written
Ability to work independently and as part of team (with a flexible, versatile and collaborative nature).
Expertise advising on competition matters considered an asset.
Automotive experience is preferred but not essential.
Bilingual (Fr/En) is considered an asset.
Flexibility for travel local and global travel as required (up to 25%)
What you’ll get in return:
A flexible and collaborative team dynamic
Opportunities for development
Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community
Competitive employer paid benefits, pension and overall compensation package
And much more
Safety Comes First is a core value at Hydro One, and we remain committed to taking every reasonable precaution to ensure a respectful, safe and healthy working environment. Further to this commitment, we have adopted a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy to protect the health of our employees from the hazard of COVID-19. New employees will be required to declare their vaccination status to Hydro One. Employees who do not provide proof of vaccination status may not enter any 3rd party locations that require full vaccination (e.g. customer properties).
Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.
It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!
* NOTE * Hydro One introduced a Hybrid Work Pilot Project in 2022 for most office-based roles. Employees work in-office/on-site two days a week and remotely from home for three days a week. Hydro One is adding refreshed workspaces and technology to support these changes. Join us as we ‘trial & learn’ a new modern way of working and be a key driver of future state!
In office but with intention – a time for team and trust building, collaboration, and socialization. Please reach out to us to learn more!
Hydro One Networks Inc. is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our company reporting to an Assistant General Counsel within the Law Department. This position is a full-time position located at Hydro One’s head office in Toronto with occasional travel outside head office to meet with various lines of business. Circumstances may require working from home at times.
Roles and Responsibilities of the position include, but may not be limited to:
support and report directly to the Assistant General Counsel
provide support to the EVP and Chief Legal Officer as required
provide legal, business, and strategic advice on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters to the various lines of business (LOBs) throughout the corporation and its affiliates and to senior executives
draft and negotiate sophisticated and complex legal and business documents for use within the company and outside (e.g. contracts, filings with governmental and regulatory authorities)
negotiate, advise on, draft and/or review various types of commercial contracts including, but not limited to, construction, joint use, telecommunications services agreements, leases, M&A transactions, sponsorship agreements and agreements for new products and services
draft, negotiate and advise on outsourcing, supply chain, technology supply and licensing agreements and cloud services agreements, as well as advise on supply chain/procurement processes and issues including RFT’s, RFPs, RFIs and RFQs and contract disputes related to such processes
review and advise on legislation and regulations, as well as regulatory instruments issued by the Ontario Energy Board
incorporate entities as needed for transactions
anticipate and manage the (legal) risks connected with or resulting from the business strategy and operations
participate in the functions and strategic plans of LOBs and provide training to the LOBs to assist them in accomplishing corporate goals
manage work performed by external counsel and act as the interface between external counsel and Hydro One LOBs
assist other members of Law Department
play a key role in proactively managing risk through training and coaching, as well as through the creation and implementation of efficient contract governance processes
anticipate stakeholder’s needs and proactively develop solutions to meet them
serve as a key resource on complex and critical issues
mentor legal counsel and articling students
perform other duties as may be assigned by the scope of this position
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Minimum 10 years of post-call experience as a corporate/commercial lawyer in a law firm or in house legal department
Construction law, technology law and intellectual property law experience and knowledge is important for this role
In-house legal experience would be an asset
Experience working in a regulated industry would be considered an asset
Good knowledge about the energy sector would be an asset
Should be comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with broad, generalist responsibilities, but with specialist legal subject skills in commercial law and regulatory matters pertaining to the electricity distribution and transmission sector
Able to collaborate with other lines of business including corporate functions (e.g. Finance, Accounting & HR) advising on legal risks, business strategies and other issues related to the company’s businesses
Required to work independently as well as part of various teams
Show great leadership, are autonomous and have excellent legal and business acumen and judgement, giving you the confidence to provide value-added legal and strategic advice in a stressful environment
Can easily manage a busy schedule
Strong negotiations, drafting and communication skills as well as an excellent ability to convince people
Strong organizational skills are needed
Possess good knowledge of MS-Office environment (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Demonstrated aptitude for developing working relationships with a broad range of professionals and stakeholders at multiple levels
Ability to handle information and business affairs with secrecy and confidentiality as appropriate.
At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.
We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2022.
Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email careers@hydroone.com. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.
Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.
Deadline: March 13, 2023
In the event you are experiencing difficulties applying to this job please consult our help page here.
Feb 27, 2023
Full time
Safety Comes First is a core value at Hydro One, and we remain committed to taking every reasonable precaution to ensure a respectful, safe and healthy working environment. Further to this commitment, we have adopted a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy to protect the health of our employees from the hazard of COVID-19. New employees will be required to declare their vaccination status to Hydro One. Employees who do not provide proof of vaccination status may not enter any 3rd party locations that require full vaccination (e.g. customer properties).
Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.
It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!
* NOTE * Hydro One introduced a Hybrid Work Pilot Project in 2022 for most office-based roles. Employees work in-office/on-site two days a week and remotely from home for three days a week. Hydro One is adding refreshed workspaces and technology to support these changes. Join us as we ‘trial & learn’ a new modern way of working and be a key driver of future state!
In office but with intention – a time for team and trust building, collaboration, and socialization. Please reach out to us to learn more!
Hydro One Networks Inc. is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our company reporting to an Assistant General Counsel within the Law Department. This position is a full-time position located at Hydro One’s head office in Toronto with occasional travel outside head office to meet with various lines of business. Circumstances may require working from home at times.
Roles and Responsibilities of the position include, but may not be limited to:
support and report directly to the Assistant General Counsel
provide support to the EVP and Chief Legal Officer as required
provide legal, business, and strategic advice on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters to the various lines of business (LOBs) throughout the corporation and its affiliates and to senior executives
draft and negotiate sophisticated and complex legal and business documents for use within the company and outside (e.g. contracts, filings with governmental and regulatory authorities)
negotiate, advise on, draft and/or review various types of commercial contracts including, but not limited to, construction, joint use, telecommunications services agreements, leases, M&A transactions, sponsorship agreements and agreements for new products and services
draft, negotiate and advise on outsourcing, supply chain, technology supply and licensing agreements and cloud services agreements, as well as advise on supply chain/procurement processes and issues including RFT’s, RFPs, RFIs and RFQs and contract disputes related to such processes
review and advise on legislation and regulations, as well as regulatory instruments issued by the Ontario Energy Board
incorporate entities as needed for transactions
anticipate and manage the (legal) risks connected with or resulting from the business strategy and operations
participate in the functions and strategic plans of LOBs and provide training to the LOBs to assist them in accomplishing corporate goals
manage work performed by external counsel and act as the interface between external counsel and Hydro One LOBs
assist other members of Law Department
play a key role in proactively managing risk through training and coaching, as well as through the creation and implementation of efficient contract governance processes
anticipate stakeholder’s needs and proactively develop solutions to meet them
serve as a key resource on complex and critical issues
mentor legal counsel and articling students
perform other duties as may be assigned by the scope of this position
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Minimum 10 years of post-call experience as a corporate/commercial lawyer in a law firm or in house legal department
Construction law, technology law and intellectual property law experience and knowledge is important for this role
In-house legal experience would be an asset
Experience working in a regulated industry would be considered an asset
Good knowledge about the energy sector would be an asset
Should be comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with broad, generalist responsibilities, but with specialist legal subject skills in commercial law and regulatory matters pertaining to the electricity distribution and transmission sector
Able to collaborate with other lines of business including corporate functions (e.g. Finance, Accounting & HR) advising on legal risks, business strategies and other issues related to the company’s businesses
Required to work independently as well as part of various teams
Show great leadership, are autonomous and have excellent legal and business acumen and judgement, giving you the confidence to provide value-added legal and strategic advice in a stressful environment
Can easily manage a busy schedule
Strong negotiations, drafting and communication skills as well as an excellent ability to convince people
Strong organizational skills are needed
Possess good knowledge of MS-Office environment (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Demonstrated aptitude for developing working relationships with a broad range of professionals and stakeholders at multiple levels
Ability to handle information and business affairs with secrecy and confidentiality as appropriate.
At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.
We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2022.
Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email careers@hydroone.com. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.
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Deadline: March 13, 2023
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