Senior Legal Counsel

Role Overview

• Provide practical legal advice and guidance on a wide range of firm matters, including corporate governance, structuring, mandates, and best practices
• Support committee meetings, including preparation of materials, resolutions, and maintenance of firm records
• Support the development and maintenance of firm policies and governance frameworks
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and strategic agreements including client engagements, vender contracts, NDAs, and partnership agreements
• Ensure compliance with applicable professional standards and regulatory requirements
• Identify and mitigate legal and operational risks across the firm
• Advise on engagement risk, liability exposure, and insurance matters
• Advise on independence, conflicts of interest, and ethical obligations within a public practice environment.
• Manage and assist with the resolution of client disputes and sensitive matters, including those involving public companies, while coordinating with internal stakeholders, external counsel, regulators, and clients
• Manage and coordinate litigation, disputes, and investigations where necessary involving external counsel where needed
• Provide guidance on data privacy, confidentiality, and information governance requirements ensuring compliance with privacy legislation
• Advise on employment and human resources–related legal matters ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practices
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic growth initiatives, including due diligence and transaction documentation
• Advise on new service offerings and client engagement models
• Manage and coordinate external legal counsel effectively and cost-efficiently where required
• Develop, enhance, and scale internal legal processes, templates, and documentation

Requirements

• 7+ years of legal experience, including in-house corporate experience and/or private practice followed by in-house roles
• Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor (JD), Bachelor of Laws (LLB), or equivalent legal degree from a recognized law school
• Experience with professional services environment preferred, but not required
• Demonstrated ability to operate as a hands-on, full-scope legal generalist
• Proven ability to work independently in a lean, high-responsibility environment
• Strong business acumen, sound judgment, and a pragmatic approach to risk management
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with executive leadership and Boards
• Admission to practice law in a relevant Canadian jurisdiction.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements