TransUnion
Burlington, Ontario, Canada
TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice What We'll Bring At TransUnion, we are dedicated to finding ways information can be used to help people make better and smarter decisions. As a trusted provider of global information solutions, our mission is to help people around the world access the opportunities that lead to a higher quality of life, by helping organizations optimize their risk-based decisions and enabling consumers to understand and manage their personal information. Because when people have access to more complete and multidimensional information, they can make more informed decisions and achieve great things. Every day TransUnion offers our employees the tools and resources they need to find ways information can be used in diverse ways. Whether it is helping businesses better manage risk, providing better insights so a consumer can qualify for his first mortgage or working with law enforcement to make neighborhoods safer, we are improving the quality of life for individuals, families, communities, and local economies around the world. What You'll Bring
Bachelor of common law and at least 5-7 years of experience as a lawyer.
Must be a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada. Knowledge and understanding of the following areas of law are recommended: Consumer reporting legislation, PIPEDA and other privacy legislations, strong negotiation skills, contract law and general corporate commercial knowledge.
The candidate must also demonstrate an ability to work in a team environment and with peers and management on all levels of the organization.
Strong organizational and advocacy skills. English written skills and an ability to draft clear and concise documents.
Effectively and efficiently manage multiple, complex, and often conflicting and quickly changing priorities are also a must.
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills are required to successfully manage and complete assignments and coordinate internal and external resources effectively.
Technologically adept and proficiency with the tools of the profession.
Strong negotiation, and analytical skills (i.e., logical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making).
Working knowledge of French preferred.
Impact You'll Make With limited guidance, provides legal services to TransUnion Canada ensuring that business practices, policies and dealings of the corporation meet regulatory requirements and that its operations are within the scope established by law, inclusive of PIPEDA and consumer reporting legislation. The incumbent provides counseling to management regarding changes to the law, interprets and/or prepares legal documents and renders opinions regarding issues faced by TransUnion and its new or existing subsidiaries. The incumbent must have a broad-based knowledge of business-at-large and must rapidly learn the issues they face in order to legally protect the company. Responsible for foreseeing and protecting the company against legal risks and compliance with corporate policies.
Provides counsel, legal support and direction to company on a variety of complex legal matters and matters having a potential significant impact on the company’s business and operations.
Acts as counsel to company in all contractual matters requiring legal review and assistance and provides liaison with senior management when appropriate.
Supports the execution of data governance and privacy initiatives.
Reviews privacy impact assessments of products and services and helps to execute risk mitigation strategies.
Provides prompt and practical advice to senior management on complex contractual matters involving the transfer of personal information and/or technology. Reviews and drafts complex commercial contracts, certificates and related documents and represents the company in contract negotiations.
Responsible for keeping abreast of current legislative developments, particularly with such developments that may have an impact upon company operations.
Works with the other departments on commercial matters, corporate risk analysis and other matters as appropriate.
Provides formal and informal training for internal clients (sales meeting presentations, operations, one-on-one discussions).
Maintains and develop positive and professional working relationships with members of the legal team, internal and external clients and management.
Ensures the Associate General Counsel for Retail Banking is fully briefed on major issues arising in relevant business area and major legislative changes in area of expertise Ensure the Associate General Counsel for Retail Banking is fully briefed on major issues arising in relevant business area and major legislative changes in area of expertise.
Ensures Assistant General Counsel is fully briefed on major issues that arise in relevant business area and major legislative, business, contractual or operational issues that may arise.
Provides support to team initiatives.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week. Accommodation is available, including for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.
TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice What We'll Bring At TransUnion, we are dedicated to finding ways information can be used to help people make better and smarter decisions. As a trusted provider of global information solutions, our mission is to help people around the world access the opportunities that lead to a higher quality of life, by helping organizations optimize their risk-based decisions and enabling consumers to understand and manage their personal information. Because when people have access to more complete and multidimensional information, they can make more informed decisions and achieve great things. Every day TransUnion offers our employees the tools and resources they need to find ways information can be used in diverse ways. Whether it is helping businesses better manage risk, providing better insights so a consumer can qualify for his first mortgage or working with law enforcement to make neighborhoods safer, we are improving the quality of life for individuals, families, communities, and local economies around the world. What You'll Bring
Bachelor of common law and at least 5-7 years of experience as a lawyer.
Must be a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada. Knowledge and understanding of the following areas of law are recommended: Consumer reporting legislation, PIPEDA and other privacy legislations, strong negotiation skills, contract law and general corporate commercial knowledge.
The candidate must also demonstrate an ability to work in a team environment and with peers and management on all levels of the organization.
Strong organizational and advocacy skills. English written skills and an ability to draft clear and concise documents.
Effectively and efficiently manage multiple, complex, and often conflicting and quickly changing priorities are also a must.
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills are required to successfully manage and complete assignments and coordinate internal and external resources effectively.
Technologically adept and proficiency with the tools of the profession.
Strong negotiation, and analytical skills (i.e., logical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making).
Working knowledge of French preferred.
Impact You'll Make With limited guidance, provides legal services to TransUnion Canada ensuring that business practices, policies and dealings of the corporation meet regulatory requirements and that its operations are within the scope established by law, inclusive of PIPEDA and consumer reporting legislation. The incumbent provides counseling to management regarding changes to the law, interprets and/or prepares legal documents and renders opinions regarding issues faced by TransUnion and its new or existing subsidiaries. The incumbent must have a broad-based knowledge of business-at-large and must rapidly learn the issues they face in order to legally protect the company. Responsible for foreseeing and protecting the company against legal risks and compliance with corporate policies.
Provides counsel, legal support and direction to company on a variety of complex legal matters and matters having a potential significant impact on the company’s business and operations.
Acts as counsel to company in all contractual matters requiring legal review and assistance and provides liaison with senior management when appropriate.
Supports the execution of data governance and privacy initiatives.
Reviews privacy impact assessments of products and services and helps to execute risk mitigation strategies.
Provides prompt and practical advice to senior management on complex contractual matters involving the transfer of personal information and/or technology. Reviews and drafts complex commercial contracts, certificates and related documents and represents the company in contract negotiations.
Responsible for keeping abreast of current legislative developments, particularly with such developments that may have an impact upon company operations.
Works with the other departments on commercial matters, corporate risk analysis and other matters as appropriate.
Provides formal and informal training for internal clients (sales meeting presentations, operations, one-on-one discussions).
Maintains and develop positive and professional working relationships with members of the legal team, internal and external clients and management.
Ensures the Associate General Counsel for Retail Banking is fully briefed on major issues arising in relevant business area and major legislative changes in area of expertise Ensure the Associate General Counsel for Retail Banking is fully briefed on major issues arising in relevant business area and major legislative changes in area of expertise.
Ensures Assistant General Counsel is fully briefed on major issues that arise in relevant business area and major legislative, business, contractual or operational issues that may arise.
Provides support to team initiatives.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week. Accommodation is available, including for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.
BC Teachers’ Federation
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Staff Lawyer, Legal Services Division
Full-time, temporary position ending on December 31, 2025
The British Columbia Teachers' Federation (BCTF) is located on the unceded ancestral territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and səlil̓w̓ətaɬ nations since 1917, the British Columbia Teachers' Federation (BCTF), is a union of professionals representing over 50,000 public school teachers in the province of BC. As an organization, we are dedicated to advancing learning conditions for students concurrently with advocating for BC's public school teachers and the teaching profession. We are also deeply committed to democratic decision-making and supporting the engagement of the teachers who make up our member base. Equally, we act on our belief in social justice in schools and the broader community, and actively support our members in striving to achieve equity, inclusion, and a more just society for their students today and into the future.
The BCTF office building is situated in close proximity to the Canada Line and other major transit routes in a central Vancouver location. The BCTF provides an exceptional working environment where respect, learning, and professional growth are championed and valued. Please note, this is a full-time, in-person position based out of the head office in Vancouver.
Function and purpose
Reporting to the General Counsel, the Staff Lawyer provides legal advice and advocacy regarding the administration of the provincial collective agreement and local collective agreement language. The Staff Lawyer advises staff and local union officers on aspects of collective agreement enforcement and collective bargaining. The Staff Lawyer also provides legal advice on interpretation of legislative provisions and the terms and conditions of employment for teachers.
The position includes appearing as counsel before arbitration panels, the Labour Relations Board, Human Rights Tribunal, the Teacher Regulation Branch, other administrative tribunals and in court; providing legal advice to Field Service Division staff and locals; conducting grievance assessments; providing legal advice during contract negotiations; providing legal advice to the BCTF on other issues as needed; conducting legal research and drafting submissions; and providing training programs for staff and local officers.
Principal duties and responsibilities
Provides legal advice to the Federation and its locals, including advice on the terms of teachers' employment, matters arising from employment and/or membership in the union, the collective bargaining relationship and related matters, school district harassment investigations, privacy issues, and other issues as required.
Conducts assessment of grievances; determines in consultation with field staff the disposition of grievances.
Acts as counsel for the union in arbitrations, Labour Relations Board, Human Rights Tribunal, and other administrative proceedings.
Acts as counsel for the union in court proceedings.
Acts as counsel for members in Teacher Regulation Branch cases.
Analyses and interprets legislation.
Trains or assists in the training of officers, staff, and local leaders; organizes and/or prepares and presents a variety of workshops on labour relations and related topics.
Administration of legal advice, assistance, and legal aid to members in accordance with procedure 19.04 of the BCTF Members' Guide as specified by General Counsel.
Works with and provides instruction to outside counsel as required.
Delegates work to and oversees the work of the division's Paralegal staff.
Other duties and responsibilities
Provides analysis of grievances and grievance-related issues, including for addition to the grievance database.
Represents BCTF to external committees, agencies, and organizations as assigned.
Prepares detailed reports and recommendations on labour relations issues; writes articles and briefs.
Responsible for other legal duties and BCTF initiatives as assigned.
Required qualifications
Education
Successful completion of a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD).
Successful completion of bar admissions and status as a current practicing member of a law society in a Canadian province or territory.
Experience
Minimum of two (2) years recent experience practicing labour law or five (5) years recent experience practicing in another field of law that includes barrister work.
Experience in interviewing witnesses.
Experience conducting legal research and drafting submissions to labour arbitrators, administrative tribunals, and/or the courts.
Experience appearing as counsel before labour arbitrators, administrative tribunals, and/or the courts, including examination of witnesses.
Experience acting as counsel in settlement negotiations and appearing as counsel in mediations.
Skills and abilities
Excellent interpersonal, communication, facilitation, and mediation skills.
Excellent time management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strategic thinker with a collaborative and creative approach to problem solving.
Ability to exercise a high degree of diplomacy, tact, and discretion.
Ability to function successfully both within a team and with direction.
Other desired qualifications
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
Flexibility to travel.
Ability to communicate in French would be an asset.
Understanding of issues of social justice, equity, diversity, decolonization, and inclusion (JEDDI) with a desire to further develop in this area.
Compensation
A competitive compensation package will be provided including a starting salary of $108, 382.84 per annum (however, may differ if applicant has previous BCTF staff experience), a Special Allowance of $3,232.43 per annum, a Responsibility Allowance of $9,050.80 per annum, and excellent benefits including:
extended health and dental (employer paid)
long-term disability
life insurance (employer paid)
Teachers' Pension Plan (shared contribution)
seven (7) weeks of vacation per year
thirty-five (35) hour weekly schedule Monday to Friday with flexible work hours
generous professional development allowance
on-site parking available /subsidized transit
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
a supportive team environment.
Please submit a letter of application and résumé, including reference contact information, not later than 5:00 p.m., December 1, 2023.
Appointment date
January 2, 2024, or a mutually agreed upon date, and ending on December 31, 2025.
Diversity and accessibility statements
The BC Teachers’ Federation is committed to furthering social justice, diversity, decolonization, equity, and incl
Staff Lawyer, Legal Services Division
Full-time, temporary position ending on December 31, 2025
The British Columbia Teachers' Federation (BCTF) is located on the unceded ancestral territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and səlil̓w̓ətaɬ nations since 1917, the British Columbia Teachers' Federation (BCTF), is a union of professionals representing over 50,000 public school teachers in the province of BC. As an organization, we are dedicated to advancing learning conditions for students concurrently with advocating for BC's public school teachers and the teaching profession. We are also deeply committed to democratic decision-making and supporting the engagement of the teachers who make up our member base. Equally, we act on our belief in social justice in schools and the broader community, and actively support our members in striving to achieve equity, inclusion, and a more just society for their students today and into the future.
The BCTF office building is situated in close proximity to the Canada Line and other major transit routes in a central Vancouver location. The BCTF provides an exceptional working environment where respect, learning, and professional growth are championed and valued. Please note, this is a full-time, in-person position based out of the head office in Vancouver.
Function and purpose
Reporting to the General Counsel, the Staff Lawyer provides legal advice and advocacy regarding the administration of the provincial collective agreement and local collective agreement language. The Staff Lawyer advises staff and local union officers on aspects of collective agreement enforcement and collective bargaining. The Staff Lawyer also provides legal advice on interpretation of legislative provisions and the terms and conditions of employment for teachers.
The position includes appearing as counsel before arbitration panels, the Labour Relations Board, Human Rights Tribunal, the Teacher Regulation Branch, other administrative tribunals and in court; providing legal advice to Field Service Division staff and locals; conducting grievance assessments; providing legal advice during contract negotiations; providing legal advice to the BCTF on other issues as needed; conducting legal research and drafting submissions; and providing training programs for staff and local officers.
Principal duties and responsibilities
Provides legal advice to the Federation and its locals, including advice on the terms of teachers' employment, matters arising from employment and/or membership in the union, the collective bargaining relationship and related matters, school district harassment investigations, privacy issues, and other issues as required.
Conducts assessment of grievances; determines in consultation with field staff the disposition of grievances.
Acts as counsel for the union in arbitrations, Labour Relations Board, Human Rights Tribunal, and other administrative proceedings.
Acts as counsel for the union in court proceedings.
Acts as counsel for members in Teacher Regulation Branch cases.
Analyses and interprets legislation.
Trains or assists in the training of officers, staff, and local leaders; organizes and/or prepares and presents a variety of workshops on labour relations and related topics.
Administration of legal advice, assistance, and legal aid to members in accordance with procedure 19.04 of the BCTF Members' Guide as specified by General Counsel.
Works with and provides instruction to outside counsel as required.
Delegates work to and oversees the work of the division's Paralegal staff.
Other duties and responsibilities
Provides analysis of grievances and grievance-related issues, including for addition to the grievance database.
Represents BCTF to external committees, agencies, and organizations as assigned.
Prepares detailed reports and recommendations on labour relations issues; writes articles and briefs.
Responsible for other legal duties and BCTF initiatives as assigned.
Required qualifications
Education
Successful completion of a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD).
Successful completion of bar admissions and status as a current practicing member of a law society in a Canadian province or territory.
Experience
Minimum of two (2) years recent experience practicing labour law or five (5) years recent experience practicing in another field of law that includes barrister work.
Experience in interviewing witnesses.
Experience conducting legal research and drafting submissions to labour arbitrators, administrative tribunals, and/or the courts.
Experience appearing as counsel before labour arbitrators, administrative tribunals, and/or the courts, including examination of witnesses.
Experience acting as counsel in settlement negotiations and appearing as counsel in mediations.
Skills and abilities
Excellent interpersonal, communication, facilitation, and mediation skills.
Excellent time management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strategic thinker with a collaborative and creative approach to problem solving.
Ability to exercise a high degree of diplomacy, tact, and discretion.
Ability to function successfully both within a team and with direction.
Other desired qualifications
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
Flexibility to travel.
Ability to communicate in French would be an asset.
Understanding of issues of social justice, equity, diversity, decolonization, and inclusion (JEDDI) with a desire to further develop in this area.
Compensation
A competitive compensation package will be provided including a starting salary of $108, 382.84 per annum (however, may differ if applicant has previous BCTF staff experience), a Special Allowance of $3,232.43 per annum, a Responsibility Allowance of $9,050.80 per annum, and excellent benefits including:
extended health and dental (employer paid)
long-term disability
life insurance (employer paid)
Teachers' Pension Plan (shared contribution)
seven (7) weeks of vacation per year
thirty-five (35) hour weekly schedule Monday to Friday with flexible work hours
generous professional development allowance
on-site parking available /subsidized transit
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
a supportive team environment.
Please submit a letter of application and résumé, including reference contact information, not later than 5:00 p.m., December 1, 2023.
Appointment date
January 2, 2024, or a mutually agreed upon date, and ending on December 31, 2025.
Diversity and accessibility statements
The BC Teachers’ Federation is committed to furthering social justice, diversity, decolonization, equity, and incl
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Date: Sep 6, 2023
Location: Toronto, ON, CA
Type of Position: Permanent ( Standard Req Only)
Type of Position:
Number of Positions: One
Salary Min: $52,677.00
Salary Max:
Description:
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 Assessment Advocacy Assistant 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.
Job Description
What makes you great for this role? You are a detailed-oriented team player who can provide administrative and legal support services to the Assessment Litigation and Dispute Resolution / Legislative Interpretation, Litigation and Strategy branch in the administration of appeals before the Assessment Review Board (ARB).
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:
Completion of post-secondary education in legal/office administration, law clerk, paralegal or related field
The ability to read and understand legal documents
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with clients and colleagues
An understanding of the need to exercise tact and maintain confidentiality
Organization and time management skills while maintaining high quality output
A willingness to embrace collaborative sharing of ideas and solutions within a team environment
Nice to have:
Knowledge of the appeals process within the Province of Ontario and the administrative practices of the Assessment Review Board
What you will do:
Support Assessment Advocates by gathering research information and documentation for the provision and administration of advocacy and appeals services
Monitor MPAC's corporate assessment appeal system to support Assessment Advocates in resolving scheduling issues
Research and assemble background information, documents, applicable court cases, supporting claims and research data, as directed by Assessment Advocates
Assist branch staff in providing and preparing required documentation and responses with identified timelines as per legislative / policy requirements
Provide administrative services to branch staff under the direction of the Manager
Gain an understanding of the advocacy work the branch provides
Additional Information:
Requisition ID: 1473
Closing Date: September 19, 2023
Ready to apply?
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.
Date: Sep 6, 2023
Location: Toronto, ON, CA
Type of Position: Permanent ( Standard Req Only)
Type of Position:
Number of Positions: One
Salary Min: $52,677.00
Salary Max:
Description:
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 Assessment Advocacy Assistant 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.
Job Description
What makes you great for this role? You are a detailed-oriented team player who can provide administrative and legal support services to the Assessment Litigation and Dispute Resolution / Legislative Interpretation, Litigation and Strategy branch in the administration of appeals before the Assessment Review Board (ARB).
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:
Completion of post-secondary education in legal/office administration, law clerk, paralegal or related field
The ability to read and understand legal documents
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with clients and colleagues
An understanding of the need to exercise tact and maintain confidentiality
Organization and time management skills while maintaining high quality output
A willingness to embrace collaborative sharing of ideas and solutions within a team environment
Nice to have:
Knowledge of the appeals process within the Province of Ontario and the administrative practices of the Assessment Review Board
What you will do:
Support Assessment Advocates by gathering research information and documentation for the provision and administration of advocacy and appeals services
Monitor MPAC's corporate assessment appeal system to support Assessment Advocates in resolving scheduling issues
Research and assemble background information, documents, applicable court cases, supporting claims and research data, as directed by Assessment Advocates
Assist branch staff in providing and preparing required documentation and responses with identified timelines as per legislative / policy requirements
Provide administrative services to branch staff under the direction of the Manager
Gain an understanding of the advocacy work the branch provides
Additional Information:
Requisition ID: 1473
Closing Date: September 19, 2023
Ready to apply?
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.