Jr Legal Counsel

Position Location: Mississauga, Ontario (Head Office)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Education Requirement: Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal qualification from a recognized institution
Professional Accreditation: Active member in good standing with the Ontario Bar
Work Authorization: Please note we are unable to provide employment sponsorship for this position.

Accelerate the Future of Mobility with Nissan

Advance Your Legal Career While Driving Innovation

At Nissan, we’re redefining how the world moves. With a legacy grounded in innovation and a global footprint, we’re shaping the future of transportation—and we’re looking for legal talent ready to take that journey with us. We believe your unique experiences and perspective can fuel creative solutions across our legal and business operations.

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About the Role: Legal Counsel

We’re currently seeking a Legal Counsel to support a wide array of legal functions. This role reports directly to the Director, General Counsel and will play a hands-on part in advising various business units across Nissan Canada. Areas of responsibility include commercial transactions, regulatory matters, marketing law, litigation support, employment law, and financial services compliance.

Core Responsibilities:

• Assist in overseeing legal matters related to class actions, employment disputes, vendor and supplier issues, franchise matters, and consumer claims.

• Maintain corporate records, licenses, and ensure ongoing compliance with statutory obligations.

• Provide counsel on consumer and corporate compliance, including document drafting, contract review, policy evaluation, and procedural guidance.

• Support market representation staff on dealer network matters, including disputes, incentives, advertising, and financial arrangements.

• Offer legal input on warranty programs, service campaigns, and customer goodwill initiatives, including regulatory communications and litigation strategy.

• Advise on retail lending and leasing transactions, including documentation, enforcement actions, bankruptcies, and workout arrangements.

• Review and manage sensitive, confidential information with potential reputational and financial implications for the organization.

• Collaborate with and oversee external counsel on litigation and transactional work.

• Support legal aspects of Nissan Canada Finance, both on retail and wholesale/commercial sides, and ensure compliance with consumer protection and credit legislation.

• Provide corporate secretarial assistance to Nissan’s Canadian affiliates as needed.

• Guide and contribute to litigation strategy, case assessment, legal research, and document management.

• Advise the marketing and advertising departments on legal issues related to campaigns, privacy, and competition law.

• Support procurement teams with contract negotiations and risk analysis.

• Provide legal input on employment law, workplace compliance, and human rights matters.

• Help ensure compliance within Nissan’s finance and leasing operations, and liaise with industry associations on related legal concerns.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Completed articling at a national or mid-to-large size law firm, with experience in:

  • Corporate/commercial law

  • Lending and finance (consumer and wholesale)

  • Marketing, advertising, and privacy

  • Competition law

  • Employment law

  • Commercial litigation management

• Fluency in English is required; French bilingualism is a strong asset

• Experience in automotive, retail, insurance, or warranty regulation is beneficial

Why Join Nissan as Legal Counsel?