161 Bay Street (93021), Canada, Toronto,Toronto, Ontario,
Director, Assistant General Counsel
Our Capital One Legal Team.
At Capital One, we dare to dream, disrupt and deliver a better way. Our goal is simple — bring ingenuity, simplicity and humanity to an industry ripe for change. We are seeking a financial services product lawyer to advise on Capital One’s credit card products and business operations.
Being part of Capital One’s legal team will allow you to showcase your talents in a fast paced, fun environment. If you enjoy working with a high performing team who thrive on providing creative solutions to an innovative business team, Capital One is the place for you! We foster a collaborative environment where everyone’s voice is heard.
Working with us
How do we do things at Capital One Canada? We listen — to our people, and to our customers. We change with the times and have adopted a flexible hybrid model. Associates working in the hybrid model are expected to come into the office 3 days a week across Tuesdays and Thursdays, reserving Mondays and Fridays as company-wide virtual days. As was true before the pandemic, expectations of being in the office will be balanced with personal life flexibility. We recognize that everyone has a unique working pattern so we’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements that will best accommodate you.
At Capital One we’re committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to build a culture where diverse perspectives are valued, innovative ideas are encouraged and inclusive behaviours are embedded in everything we do to positively impact associates. Strive to build a culture where diverse perspectives are valued, innovative ideas are encouraged and to help challenge the status quo and create the best outcomes for everyone.
We’re focused on helping associates live well—physically, financially and emotionally. When you join us, we support you and those who are most important to you, offering full coverage for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. We’ve designed our benefits program to be flexible, comprehensive and consistent across our organization. From health and fitness center discounts, to training and professional development programs—and much more—you’ll discover that Capital One is committed to helping you live your best life.
A day in the life of a Capital One Director, Assistant General Counsel.
In this role, you report to the Vice President, Canada Chief Counsel and have a broad range of responsibilities in providing legal guidance on current credit card products and new business strategies. You will partner closely with business teams and stakeholders in the customer acquisition, product development, marketing, and fraud space not only to support new initiatives but ensure our current offerings are well managed. You will have the opportunity to be innovative while ensuring that we manage risk to meet legal and regulatory requirements and continue to provide and enhance a seamless and frictionless customer experience.
Responsibilities:
Provide legal advice and support business partners on current products and business strategies.
Advise on new and upcoming legislation and regulatory expectations.
Build and maintain effective and engaging working relationships with legal colleagues, business partners, and outside counsel.
Assist and/or lead in responding to regulatory, government, or audit requests.
Perform other responsibilities as requested.
Manage a team of legal professionals.
Qualifications:
A law degree (LLB or JD) from an accredited law school and license to practice in Ontario.
At least 15 years experience in private practice, in-house legal department, or other work setting supporting business teams in the financial services industry.
Knowledge of the business and regulatory environment in which Capital One (Canada Branch) operates in particular, significant experience in advising on the Bank Act , including the Financial Consumer Protection Framework, OSFI Guidelines, Provincial Consumer Protection Laws, FCAC Guidance, marketing and credit bureau regulations.
Experience advising on fraud, complaints, and recoveries.
Knowledge of payments and commercial contracting, privacy and data protection laws.
Fluency translating legal advice into actionable guidance for business teams.
Ability to manage a large volume of work, including complex legal issues with minimal supervision.
Ability and willingness to work as a team player, and comfort interacting with associates across departments and job levels.
Proficiency in French is an asset.
We may use your information for automated decision making. We may, for certain purposes, render a decision based exclusively on automated processing of your personal information as a part of the candidate screening process.
Capital One Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We consider all qualified applicants and will meet the needs of those requiring reasonable accommodations.
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com
Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.
Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).
Jan 13, 2025
Full time
161 Bay Street (93021), Canada, Toronto,Toronto, Ontario,
Director, Assistant General Counsel
Our Capital One Legal Team.
At Capital One, we dare to dream, disrupt and deliver a better way. Our goal is simple — bring ingenuity, simplicity and humanity to an industry ripe for change. We are seeking a financial services product lawyer to advise on Capital One’s credit card products and business operations.
Being part of Capital One’s legal team will allow you to showcase your talents in a fast paced, fun environment. If you enjoy working with a high performing team who thrive on providing creative solutions to an innovative business team, Capital One is the place for you! We foster a collaborative environment where everyone’s voice is heard.
Working with us
How do we do things at Capital One Canada? We listen — to our people, and to our customers. We change with the times and have adopted a flexible hybrid model. Associates working in the hybrid model are expected to come into the office 3 days a week across Tuesdays and Thursdays, reserving Mondays and Fridays as company-wide virtual days. As was true before the pandemic, expectations of being in the office will be balanced with personal life flexibility. We recognize that everyone has a unique working pattern so we’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements that will best accommodate you.
At Capital One we’re committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to build a culture where diverse perspectives are valued, innovative ideas are encouraged and inclusive behaviours are embedded in everything we do to positively impact associates. Strive to build a culture where diverse perspectives are valued, innovative ideas are encouraged and to help challenge the status quo and create the best outcomes for everyone.
We’re focused on helping associates live well—physically, financially and emotionally. When you join us, we support you and those who are most important to you, offering full coverage for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. We’ve designed our benefits program to be flexible, comprehensive and consistent across our organization. From health and fitness center discounts, to training and professional development programs—and much more—you’ll discover that Capital One is committed to helping you live your best life.
A day in the life of a Capital One Director, Assistant General Counsel.
In this role, you report to the Vice President, Canada Chief Counsel and have a broad range of responsibilities in providing legal guidance on current credit card products and new business strategies. You will partner closely with business teams and stakeholders in the customer acquisition, product development, marketing, and fraud space not only to support new initiatives but ensure our current offerings are well managed. You will have the opportunity to be innovative while ensuring that we manage risk to meet legal and regulatory requirements and continue to provide and enhance a seamless and frictionless customer experience.
Responsibilities:
Provide legal advice and support business partners on current products and business strategies.
Advise on new and upcoming legislation and regulatory expectations.
Build and maintain effective and engaging working relationships with legal colleagues, business partners, and outside counsel.
Assist and/or lead in responding to regulatory, government, or audit requests.
Perform other responsibilities as requested.
Manage a team of legal professionals.
Qualifications:
A law degree (LLB or JD) from an accredited law school and license to practice in Ontario.
At least 15 years experience in private practice, in-house legal department, or other work setting supporting business teams in the financial services industry.
Knowledge of the business and regulatory environment in which Capital One (Canada Branch) operates in particular, significant experience in advising on the Bank Act , including the Financial Consumer Protection Framework, OSFI Guidelines, Provincial Consumer Protection Laws, FCAC Guidance, marketing and credit bureau regulations.
Experience advising on fraud, complaints, and recoveries.
Knowledge of payments and commercial contracting, privacy and data protection laws.
Fluency translating legal advice into actionable guidance for business teams.
Ability to manage a large volume of work, including complex legal issues with minimal supervision.
Ability and willingness to work as a team player, and comfort interacting with associates across departments and job levels.
Proficiency in French is an asset.
We may use your information for automated decision making. We may, for certain purposes, render a decision based exclusively on automated processing of your personal information as a part of the candidate screening process.
Capital One Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We consider all qualified applicants and will meet the needs of those requiring reasonable accommodations.
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com
Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.
Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).
The Ministry of the Attorney General requires a highly organized and proactive individual to provide full administrative assistance to Managers and/or Deputy Directors in the Crown Law Office-Civil Division. The Branch: Crown Law Office - Civil (CLOC) is responsible for providing litigation and advisory services to various government bodies. CLOC has close to 100 counsel and opens on average 1,300 new files a year. The members of the advisory services group act as solicitors for the ministry of the Attorney General and also provide legal advice to other ministries and agencies on a broad spectrum of legal issues with government-wide significance. Counsel in the litigation services group provide legal representation of the Crown, its ministries, agencies, boards and commissions in a wide variety of matters involving issues of public importance in all levels of courts. Note: There is one temporary position available for 12 months with possible extension. This position could entail working with Managers or Deputy Directors.
OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace. We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions. Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service. We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code . Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
What can I expect to do in this role?
In this position, you will:
Provide secretarial, administrative and clerical support services to Managers and/or Deputy Directors.
Prepare, update and coordinate the production, approvals and distribution of human resources, administrative and financial documents.
Provide assistance with coordination of facilities and accommodation requirements for the office.
Organize, track and schedule meetings and office events as required by management.
Track and schedule managers' schedules.
Provide backup support for the receptionist and other administrative assistants as required.
Maintain filing systems.
Respond to or redirect inquiries as required.
How do I qualify?
Essential Skills and Knowledge
You can obtain knowledge and understanding of the Crown Law Office - Civil's role, objectives and activities.
You have knowledge of and experience with secretarial functions, administrative methods and established internal office procedures.
You have knowledge of administrative, human resources and basic accounting policies, guidelines and procedures.
You are proficient with standard software applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and MS Forms to produce, track or create correspondence, summary reports, spreadsheets, and statistical reports.
You can operate and maintain office equipment such as photocopiers, facsimiles, printers, and binding machines to copy, fax, print and bind material/information.
Typing to 50 wpm.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
You can:
Provide quality and timely service to internal and external clients (example: senior management, counsel, staff and vendors).
Work independently with minimal guidance.
Work with a high degree of tact, initiative and judgement when dealing with staff or handling confidential human resources information.
Draft or compose letters for managers, or emails to staff regarding administrative or procedural changes.
Organization and Problem-Solving Skills
You can:
Coordinate the activities and maintain the filing systems.
Set priorities to meet conflicting demands.
Work in a high pressure environment.
Produce work accurately and in a timely fashion.
Gather information to assess the concern and urgency of the problem.
1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 720 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region, Criminal Record Check
Aug 27, 2024
Full time
The Ministry of the Attorney General requires a highly organized and proactive individual to provide full administrative assistance to Managers and/or Deputy Directors in the Crown Law Office-Civil Division. The Branch: Crown Law Office - Civil (CLOC) is responsible for providing litigation and advisory services to various government bodies. CLOC has close to 100 counsel and opens on average 1,300 new files a year. The members of the advisory services group act as solicitors for the ministry of the Attorney General and also provide legal advice to other ministries and agencies on a broad spectrum of legal issues with government-wide significance. Counsel in the litigation services group provide legal representation of the Crown, its ministries, agencies, boards and commissions in a wide variety of matters involving issues of public importance in all levels of courts. Note: There is one temporary position available for 12 months with possible extension. This position could entail working with Managers or Deputy Directors.
OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace. We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions. Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service. We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code . Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
What can I expect to do in this role?
In this position, you will:
Provide secretarial, administrative and clerical support services to Managers and/or Deputy Directors.
Prepare, update and coordinate the production, approvals and distribution of human resources, administrative and financial documents.
Provide assistance with coordination of facilities and accommodation requirements for the office.
Organize, track and schedule meetings and office events as required by management.
Track and schedule managers' schedules.
Provide backup support for the receptionist and other administrative assistants as required.
Maintain filing systems.
Respond to or redirect inquiries as required.
How do I qualify?
Essential Skills and Knowledge
You can obtain knowledge and understanding of the Crown Law Office - Civil's role, objectives and activities.
You have knowledge of and experience with secretarial functions, administrative methods and established internal office procedures.
You have knowledge of administrative, human resources and basic accounting policies, guidelines and procedures.
You are proficient with standard software applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and MS Forms to produce, track or create correspondence, summary reports, spreadsheets, and statistical reports.
You can operate and maintain office equipment such as photocopiers, facsimiles, printers, and binding machines to copy, fax, print and bind material/information.
Typing to 50 wpm.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
You can:
Provide quality and timely service to internal and external clients (example: senior management, counsel, staff and vendors).
Work independently with minimal guidance.
Work with a high degree of tact, initiative and judgement when dealing with staff or handling confidential human resources information.
Draft or compose letters for managers, or emails to staff regarding administrative or procedural changes.
Organization and Problem-Solving Skills
You can:
Coordinate the activities and maintain the filing systems.
Set priorities to meet conflicting demands.
Work in a high pressure environment.
Produce work accurately and in a timely fashion.
Gather information to assess the concern and urgency of the problem.
1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 720 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region, Criminal Record Check
At Fairstone, our culture is built on strong values and leadership principles that define the expectations we have for working together and with our customers. We help Canadians find the right solution to meet their needs with a variety of products and services. Our values and principles guide the actions we take to ensure our customers get the best experience possible.
Be part of our talented and growing team! We are currently looking for a Legal Counsel, to join our team, reporting to the Director, Legal Affairs.
We are looking for a Legal Counsel with experience practicing corporate law, commercial law and/or litigation in an in-house legal department or law firm. Reporting to the Director, Legal Affairs, you will provide legal expertise and support to Fairstone Financial Inc., its affiliates, and its parent, Fairstone Bank of Canada. Based in one of our centralized locations in Montreal, Toronto or London Ontario, you will be a key member of a dynamic in-house legal team and have an opportunity to grow and develop the skills required of in-house lawyers by working directly with colleagues to grow the business while ensuring the legal and regulatory risk is mitigated and managed.
"Be a part of our inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives drive innovation and excellence."
WHY JOIN US?
BECAUSE WE ARE PROUD TO BE One of Montreal's Top Employers for 2024 for the fourth consecutive year by the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers .
WE OFFER:
Work-Life Balance: Our 37.5-hour workweek and hybrid model (3 days in-office) promote a healthy balance.
Wellness: Tailored well-being solutions available 24/7.
Time Off: Minimum 15 paid vacations, 6 wellness days, with federal holidays.
Community Support: Paid Volunteer Day to give back to your community.
Retirement Planning: Employee and employer contribution pension plan, plus the Fairstone Retirement Savings Plan
Education: Tuition reimbursement program covering expenses up to $3,000 per year.
Development: Access to Fairstone Academy for comprehensive training and skill development.
Employee discounts: Exclusive access to discounted products and services, including car insurance, hotels, attractions, movies, gym memberships, and more.
WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?
Providing strategic legal support to, amongst others, the strategic sourcing, operations, marketing, product development and corporate development, human resources, risk and finance teams.
Drafting, negotiating and reviewing commercial contracts and related documents to support consumer lending and credit card products, retail point-of-sale financing agreements, auto financing and real estate leases for retail branches.
Managing of litigation files (customer and employment-related) in conjunction with external counsel.
Providing and managing legal support for retail branch inquiries.
Advising business units on all aspects of federal and provincial consumer lending laws and regulations, including consumer protection.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR
1 - 3 years of corporate commercial experience gained from a law firm or in-house legal department, with exposure to the areas of banking, corporate, and/or consumer finance.
Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB).
Licensed to practice law in Canada and a lawyer in good standing with a provincial law society (Ontario or Quebec bar membership preferred.
Bilingual (English/French, written and spoken) preferred.
Experience with litigation and/or labour law is an asset.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to change and meet aggressive timelines.
We are honored to be recognized for offering a best-in-class workplace, incentives, and initiatives to our dedicated employees who have helped build Fairstone into an employer of choice.
WE ARE PROUD TO BE: Montreal's Top Employers 2024 by Canada’s Top 100 Employers!
Learn more:
https://www.fairstone.ca/en/about/canadian-lender
Follow us on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/fairstone/mycompany/
If you have a preferred language for communication, please kindly inform us whether you prefer French or English on your application.
Fairstone is an equal opportunity employer. Accordingly, we will make reasonable accommodations to respond to the needs of people with disabilities. Individuals who view themselves as Aboriginals, members of visible minorities, and disabled are encouraged to apply in confidence.
May 03, 2024
Full time
At Fairstone, our culture is built on strong values and leadership principles that define the expectations we have for working together and with our customers. We help Canadians find the right solution to meet their needs with a variety of products and services. Our values and principles guide the actions we take to ensure our customers get the best experience possible.
Be part of our talented and growing team! We are currently looking for a Legal Counsel, to join our team, reporting to the Director, Legal Affairs.
We are looking for a Legal Counsel with experience practicing corporate law, commercial law and/or litigation in an in-house legal department or law firm. Reporting to the Director, Legal Affairs, you will provide legal expertise and support to Fairstone Financial Inc., its affiliates, and its parent, Fairstone Bank of Canada. Based in one of our centralized locations in Montreal, Toronto or London Ontario, you will be a key member of a dynamic in-house legal team and have an opportunity to grow and develop the skills required of in-house lawyers by working directly with colleagues to grow the business while ensuring the legal and regulatory risk is mitigated and managed.
"Be a part of our inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives drive innovation and excellence."
WHY JOIN US?
BECAUSE WE ARE PROUD TO BE One of Montreal's Top Employers for 2024 for the fourth consecutive year by the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers .
WE OFFER:
Work-Life Balance: Our 37.5-hour workweek and hybrid model (3 days in-office) promote a healthy balance.
Wellness: Tailored well-being solutions available 24/7.
Time Off: Minimum 15 paid vacations, 6 wellness days, with federal holidays.
Community Support: Paid Volunteer Day to give back to your community.
Retirement Planning: Employee and employer contribution pension plan, plus the Fairstone Retirement Savings Plan
Education: Tuition reimbursement program covering expenses up to $3,000 per year.
Development: Access to Fairstone Academy for comprehensive training and skill development.
Employee discounts: Exclusive access to discounted products and services, including car insurance, hotels, attractions, movies, gym memberships, and more.
WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?
Providing strategic legal support to, amongst others, the strategic sourcing, operations, marketing, product development and corporate development, human resources, risk and finance teams.
Drafting, negotiating and reviewing commercial contracts and related documents to support consumer lending and credit card products, retail point-of-sale financing agreements, auto financing and real estate leases for retail branches.
Managing of litigation files (customer and employment-related) in conjunction with external counsel.
Providing and managing legal support for retail branch inquiries.
Advising business units on all aspects of federal and provincial consumer lending laws and regulations, including consumer protection.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR
1 - 3 years of corporate commercial experience gained from a law firm or in-house legal department, with exposure to the areas of banking, corporate, and/or consumer finance.
Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB).
Licensed to practice law in Canada and a lawyer in good standing with a provincial law society (Ontario or Quebec bar membership preferred.
Bilingual (English/French, written and spoken) preferred.
Experience with litigation and/or labour law is an asset.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to change and meet aggressive timelines.
We are honored to be recognized for offering a best-in-class workplace, incentives, and initiatives to our dedicated employees who have helped build Fairstone into an employer of choice.
WE ARE PROUD TO BE: Montreal's Top Employers 2024 by Canada’s Top 100 Employers!
Learn more:
https://www.fairstone.ca/en/about/canadian-lender
Follow us on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/fairstone/mycompany/
If you have a preferred language for communication, please kindly inform us whether you prefer French or English on your application.
Fairstone is an equal opportunity employer. Accordingly, we will make reasonable accommodations to respond to the needs of people with disabilities. Individuals who view themselves as Aboriginals, members of visible minorities, and disabled are encouraged to apply in confidence.
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 31, 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.
