Municipal Property Assessment Corporation
Pickering, Ontario, Canada
Do you want to be part of a team helping to strengthen every community across Ontario? Are you interested in seeing the importance of your work firsthand?
Become a Associate General Counsel - Litigation with MPAC
The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) is made up of a team of experts who understand local communities and assess every property in Ontario. What we do provides the very foundation that municipalities use to base the property taxes needed to pay for the services we use every day. Learn more.
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism
MPAC is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism. We are taking important steps towards ensuring that all voices are respected, valued and being heard. MPAC is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees can bring their full, unique and authentic selves and are inspired to do their best work.
What makes you great for this role?
You are an astute leader who can provide strategic direction to the Legal, Policy and Compliance branch, assist the VP & General Counsel in the management of the legal division and practice leadership, focusing on assessment appeal advocacy and litigation strategy.
We have:
A team of highly skilled, dedicated, and collaborative staff to work with
Leadership that supports you
An enterprise that embraces change
A work environment that has flexible work locations (including remote), hours of work and overall employee wellness support
You have:
Professional degree in Law (JD, L.L.B or equivalent) with membership in good standing in the Law Society of Ontario
At least 6 years demonstrated progressively responsible related legal experience
Familiarity with property assessment terminology, the Assessment Review Board Rules of Practice and Procedure, MPAC policies and procedures, valuation theory, appraisal methodologies, and related legislation such as the Assessment Act, City of Toronto Act, Municipal Act, Municipal Freedom of Information Protection of Privacy Act and the MPAC Act
Demonstrated expertise with the ARB, the Divisional Court and the Superior Court of Justice; with an understanding of the court application process (pursuant to Section 46 of the Assessment Act)
Experience with administrative law, legal research, tribunal advocacy and drafting memos, pleadings and written submissions
Crucial problem-solving skills to evaluate legal issues quickly and thoroughly offer expert advice
Proven leadership skills, with ability to direct and engage professional staff to achieve department and corporate objectives
Excellent research, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills to recommend solutions and changes to existing policies and procedures
What you will do:
Support the VP & General Counsel on overall department strategy, key performance indicators and work collaboratively with management to achieve strategic objectives
Represent MPAC in assessment appeals, appeals to Divisional Court, tax exemption applications, and in general litigation matters
Work with and provide support to Assessment Advocacy and Legislative Interpretation and Litigation Strategy (LILS) in responding to legal interpretation requests, general legal enquiries, assessment appeals to the ARB
Provide leadership in the development of policy and procedures governing the provision of legislation and policy support services to municipalities, municipal associations, property taxpayers and professional associations and other jurisdictions
Provide assessment policy advice and legislative interpretation services to MPAC staff to ensure MPAC’s compliance with the Assessment Act, MPAC Act and other relevant Acts;
Work with the Director, Assessment Litigation and Dispute Resolution, and the Director, Legislative Interpretation and Litigation Strategy to oversee all assessment-related litigation at the ARB
Approve the use of external counsel, including selecting, retaining and negotiating services, as required
Liaise with the Ministry of Finance, ARB, property tax agents and lawyers, rate payers on an ongoing basis, managing relationships as a representative of MPAC; advocate for legislative and regulatory change
Additional Information:
Requisition ID: 1822
Job Type: Non-Union Staff
Closing Date: April 3, 2024
Ready to apply?
Click on the URL provided, followed by the “Apply Now” icon once within the posting. Create your candidate profile and upload your resume and cover letter by April 3, 2024 . Please note, only applications submitted through the Applicant Tracking System will be accepted.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a background verification with Mintz Global Screening. By applying to this job posting, you are providing your consent to MPAC to share your name, email address and phone number with Mintz, to conduct the criminal and driver abstract check and for Mintz to disclose the results to MPAC, should you be the successful incumbent.
MPAC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees and members of the public feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflect the diversity of the public and communities we serve.
Persons with disability who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may email their request to careers@mpac.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Job advertisements for positions that have been designated bilingual will be posted in both English and French on our website. Positions that are not designated bilingual are not translated and are only posted in English on the English version of our website.
Mar 21, 2024
Full time
Do you want to be part of a team helping to strengthen every community across Ontario? Are you interested in seeing the importance of your work firsthand?
Become a Associate General Counsel - Litigation with MPAC
The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) is made up of a team of experts who understand local communities and assess every property in Ontario. What we do provides the very foundation that municipalities use to base the property taxes needed to pay for the services we use every day. Learn more.
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism
MPAC is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism. We are taking important steps towards ensuring that all voices are respected, valued and being heard. MPAC is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees can bring their full, unique and authentic selves and are inspired to do their best work.
What makes you great for this role?
You are an astute leader who can provide strategic direction to the Legal, Policy and Compliance branch, assist the VP & General Counsel in the management of the legal division and practice leadership, focusing on assessment appeal advocacy and litigation strategy.
We have:
A team of highly skilled, dedicated, and collaborative staff to work with
Leadership that supports you
An enterprise that embraces change
A work environment that has flexible work locations (including remote), hours of work and overall employee wellness support
You have:
Professional degree in Law (JD, L.L.B or equivalent) with membership in good standing in the Law Society of Ontario
At least 6 years demonstrated progressively responsible related legal experience
Familiarity with property assessment terminology, the Assessment Review Board Rules of Practice and Procedure, MPAC policies and procedures, valuation theory, appraisal methodologies, and related legislation such as the Assessment Act, City of Toronto Act, Municipal Act, Municipal Freedom of Information Protection of Privacy Act and the MPAC Act
Demonstrated expertise with the ARB, the Divisional Court and the Superior Court of Justice; with an understanding of the court application process (pursuant to Section 46 of the Assessment Act)
Experience with administrative law, legal research, tribunal advocacy and drafting memos, pleadings and written submissions
Crucial problem-solving skills to evaluate legal issues quickly and thoroughly offer expert advice
Proven leadership skills, with ability to direct and engage professional staff to achieve department and corporate objectives
Excellent research, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills to recommend solutions and changes to existing policies and procedures
What you will do:
Support the VP & General Counsel on overall department strategy, key performance indicators and work collaboratively with management to achieve strategic objectives
Represent MPAC in assessment appeals, appeals to Divisional Court, tax exemption applications, and in general litigation matters
Work with and provide support to Assessment Advocacy and Legislative Interpretation and Litigation Strategy (LILS) in responding to legal interpretation requests, general legal enquiries, assessment appeals to the ARB
Provide leadership in the development of policy and procedures governing the provision of legislation and policy support services to municipalities, municipal associations, property taxpayers and professional associations and other jurisdictions
Provide assessment policy advice and legislative interpretation services to MPAC staff to ensure MPAC’s compliance with the Assessment Act, MPAC Act and other relevant Acts;
Work with the Director, Assessment Litigation and Dispute Resolution, and the Director, Legislative Interpretation and Litigation Strategy to oversee all assessment-related litigation at the ARB
Approve the use of external counsel, including selecting, retaining and negotiating services, as required
Liaise with the Ministry of Finance, ARB, property tax agents and lawyers, rate payers on an ongoing basis, managing relationships as a representative of MPAC; advocate for legislative and regulatory change
Additional Information:
Requisition ID: 1822
Job Type: Non-Union Staff
Closing Date: April 3, 2024
Ready to apply?
Click on the URL provided, followed by the “Apply Now” icon once within the posting. Create your candidate profile and upload your resume and cover letter by April 3, 2024 . Please note, only applications submitted through the Applicant Tracking System will be accepted.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a background verification with Mintz Global Screening. By applying to this job posting, you are providing your consent to MPAC to share your name, email address and phone number with Mintz, to conduct the criminal and driver abstract check and for Mintz to disclose the results to MPAC, should you be the successful incumbent.
MPAC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees and members of the public feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflect the diversity of the public and communities we serve.
Persons with disability who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may email their request to careers@mpac.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Job advertisements for positions that have been designated bilingual will be posted in both English and French on our website. Positions that are not designated bilingual are not translated and are only posted in English on the English version of our website.
Requisition ID: 193604 Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.
Senior Legal Counsel reports to the Vice President and Associate General Counsel, the Senior Legal Counsel provides expert and high-quality legal advice (in English, French and/or Spanish is an asset) and counsel on all employment matters to the Bank with respect to business, activities and transactions, to ensure business results are met in accordance with legislative guidelines and Scotiabank's overall corporate governance. Manage civil litigation and independently conduct investigations and administrative litigation. Contributes to the overall success of the Legal Department in Canada ensuring specific individual goals, plans, initiatives are executed / delivered in support of the Bank and team’s business strategies and objectives.
Is this the right role for you? In this role you will:
Champion a customer-focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
Recommend and communicate high quality and valued advice and counsel on a broad range of legal matters related to employment law or the application of Bank policies and practices that affect employment issues
Provide advice and recommend solutions at all levels of complexity by:
understanding client needs and key issues, assessing risks and providing options;
ensuring fairness and consistency in process, policy and practice;
communicating clearly and concisely the application of employment law
Represent the Bank's interests at hearings, mediations and civil proceedings. Take a lead role in employment and customer human rights investigations,as well as administrative hearings. Where external counsel is retained, manage counsel on behalf of the business line.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal business units
Understand how the Bank's risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
Actively pursue effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, AML/ATF risk and conduct risk, including but not limited to responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Framework, AML/ATF Global Handbook and the Code of Conduct.
Champion a high-performance environment and implement a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops and motivates their team by fostering an inclusive work environment; communicating vison/values/business strategy and managing succession and development planning for the team.
Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:
Graduated of a recognized law school
At least 8 years private practice or in-house experience with a specialty in all areas of Employment Law
Membership in the law society of one of the provinces of Canada
Experience on primarily providing domestic support with support to the Global HR team
Experience on providing research, legal analysis, relying on strong experience, expertise and sound judgment
English, French and/or Spanish an asset
Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets. At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Mar 18, 2024
Full time
Requisition ID: 193604 Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.
Senior Legal Counsel reports to the Vice President and Associate General Counsel, the Senior Legal Counsel provides expert and high-quality legal advice (in English, French and/or Spanish is an asset) and counsel on all employment matters to the Bank with respect to business, activities and transactions, to ensure business results are met in accordance with legislative guidelines and Scotiabank's overall corporate governance. Manage civil litigation and independently conduct investigations and administrative litigation. Contributes to the overall success of the Legal Department in Canada ensuring specific individual goals, plans, initiatives are executed / delivered in support of the Bank and team’s business strategies and objectives.
Is this the right role for you? In this role you will:
Champion a customer-focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
Recommend and communicate high quality and valued advice and counsel on a broad range of legal matters related to employment law or the application of Bank policies and practices that affect employment issues
Provide advice and recommend solutions at all levels of complexity by:
understanding client needs and key issues, assessing risks and providing options;
ensuring fairness and consistency in process, policy and practice;
communicating clearly and concisely the application of employment law
Represent the Bank's interests at hearings, mediations and civil proceedings. Take a lead role in employment and customer human rights investigations,as well as administrative hearings. Where external counsel is retained, manage counsel on behalf of the business line.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal business units
Understand how the Bank's risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
Actively pursue effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, AML/ATF risk and conduct risk, including but not limited to responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Framework, AML/ATF Global Handbook and the Code of Conduct.
Champion a high-performance environment and implement a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops and motivates their team by fostering an inclusive work environment; communicating vison/values/business strategy and managing succession and development planning for the team.
Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:
Graduated of a recognized law school
At least 8 years private practice or in-house experience with a specialty in all areas of Employment Law
Membership in the law society of one of the provinces of Canada
Experience on primarily providing domestic support with support to the Global HR team
Experience on providing research, legal analysis, relying on strong experience, expertise and sound judgment
English, French and/or Spanish an asset
Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets. At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
As Legal Counsel, you help mitigate legal risks for Moneris. You'll evaluate, analyze, assess, and advise on legal risks associated with the operation of the company, all while balancing Moneris' operational and economic goals. You'll collaborate with your team to address legal matters raised by Moneris departments, and any other legal issues that may arise. This is a chance to affect the success of a dynamic and growing company, all while sharpening your legal expertise.
Location: You will be based in our Toronto office and will work in a Hybrid model.
Reporting Relationship: You will report to the Senior Legal Counsel.
Your Moneris Career - What you'll do
Give valuable and accurate counsel to executives and other clients on a variety of legal topics including privacy, intellectual property, technology, commercial and corporate law
Negotiation, drafting and interpretation of commercial agreements with Moneris clients, partners and vendors
Manage actual or threatened litigation and guiding dispute resolution
Handle issues and escalations related to customers and partners
Identify, analyze, and respond to legislative developments affecting Moneris
Assist on corporate M&A and legal due diligence
Create and maintain precedent agreements and participate in/lead knowledge management initiatives to improve overall efficiency of the Legal team and evolve best in class legal services to clients
Manage external counsel to ensure effective performance and control costs
Your Moneris Career - What you bring
University Law Degree and current membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
3+ years of corporate law experience, ideally a blend of full service law firm and in-house (payment industry or FinTech experience considered an asset)
Expert at drafting contracts and negotiation of terms
Bilingual in English and French (reading, writing, and verbal)
Probe, constructively manage difficult conversations and effectively address and resolve issues
Prioritize and work on multiple deals/files
Your Moneris Career - What you get
Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits plans starting from Day 1
RRSP matching & defined contribution pension plan
Learning & development programs and resources including unlimited free access to LinkedIn Learning, Coursera and an Educational Assistance Program
Holistic approach to your well-being, with an Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, monthly wellness events and a supportive workplace culture
Company-wide paid year-end closure & personal time off (including religious, personal, and volunteer days)
Find out more about the work perks and benefits you get as a Moneris employee at Moneris.com/careers
#LI-Hybrid
Note: We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people of colour, people with disabilities, people of all genders, sexual orientation and intersectional identities.
We acknowledge that people from equity-deserving groups (including racialized individuals, women, gender diverse individuals, individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and those born outside of Canada) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet all the requirements posted. At Moneris, we believe candidates bring experience to their work in many ways. We encourage you to apply and share, in the application form, the transferrable experience you bring, and how this will support your success in this role.
May 08, 2023
Full time
As Legal Counsel, you help mitigate legal risks for Moneris. You'll evaluate, analyze, assess, and advise on legal risks associated with the operation of the company, all while balancing Moneris' operational and economic goals. You'll collaborate with your team to address legal matters raised by Moneris departments, and any other legal issues that may arise. This is a chance to affect the success of a dynamic and growing company, all while sharpening your legal expertise.
Location: You will be based in our Toronto office and will work in a Hybrid model.
Reporting Relationship: You will report to the Senior Legal Counsel.
Your Moneris Career - What you'll do
Give valuable and accurate counsel to executives and other clients on a variety of legal topics including privacy, intellectual property, technology, commercial and corporate law
Negotiation, drafting and interpretation of commercial agreements with Moneris clients, partners and vendors
Manage actual or threatened litigation and guiding dispute resolution
Handle issues and escalations related to customers and partners
Identify, analyze, and respond to legislative developments affecting Moneris
Assist on corporate M&A and legal due diligence
Create and maintain precedent agreements and participate in/lead knowledge management initiatives to improve overall efficiency of the Legal team and evolve best in class legal services to clients
Manage external counsel to ensure effective performance and control costs
Your Moneris Career - What you bring
University Law Degree and current membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
3+ years of corporate law experience, ideally a blend of full service law firm and in-house (payment industry or FinTech experience considered an asset)
Expert at drafting contracts and negotiation of terms
Bilingual in English and French (reading, writing, and verbal)
Probe, constructively manage difficult conversations and effectively address and resolve issues
Prioritize and work on multiple deals/files
Your Moneris Career - What you get
Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits plans starting from Day 1
RRSP matching & defined contribution pension plan
Learning & development programs and resources including unlimited free access to LinkedIn Learning, Coursera and an Educational Assistance Program
Holistic approach to your well-being, with an Employee Assistance Program for you and your family, monthly wellness events and a supportive workplace culture
Company-wide paid year-end closure & personal time off (including religious, personal, and volunteer days)
Find out more about the work perks and benefits you get as a Moneris employee at Moneris.com/careers
#LI-Hybrid
Note: We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people of colour, people with disabilities, people of all genders, sexual orientation and intersectional identities.
We acknowledge that people from equity-deserving groups (including racialized individuals, women, gender diverse individuals, individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and those born outside of Canada) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet all the requirements posted. At Moneris, we believe candidates bring experience to their work in many ways. We encourage you to apply and share, in the application form, the transferrable experience you bring, and how this will support your success in this role.