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Legal Counsel

Mississauga, Ontario Permanent $135,000 - $175,000 per year View Job Description
The Legal Counsel will provide expert legal guidance and support on varied matters for this global company, handling contracts, ensuring compliance and managing risks effectively. This role involves collaborating closely with internal stakeholders to address contracts, legal and compliance.
  • Hybrid Legal Counsel role in Toronto.
  • Great opportunity to join a growing legal department!

About Our Client

Highly successful global company - role based in their Canada HQ in Toronto. Working in a collaborative legal department, directly with the General Counsel and senior business stakeholders.

Job Description

The varied Legal Counsel responsibilities include:

  • Advise on varied legal matters.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Manage and mitigate legal risks for the company.
  • Work closely with internal teams to provide proactive legal support.
  • Handle legal disputes and liaise with external counsel as needed.
  • Stay updated on legal developments impacting the transport and distribution industry.
  • Provide training and guidance to staff on legal issues when necessary.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Legal Counsel should have:

  • JD or LLB.
  • Admitted to the Ontario Law Society (in good standing).
  • 5+ years relevant legal experience (in-house, private practice, or combined).
  • Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts (domestic and international).
  • Ability to identify and manage legal risks and compliance matters effectively.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Strong drafting skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively and handle multiple priorities.

What’s on Offer

The Legal Counsel will benefit from:

  • Competitive salary ranging from $135,000 to $175,000 CAD (depending on experience).
  • Bonus and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Exciting time to join a well-established, growing legal function.
  • Hybrid work arrangement (3 days/ week in office).



Interested in taking the next step in your in-house legal career? Apply today.

Contact
Anna Jacobs
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7084690

Job summary

Function
Legal
Subsector
Legal Subsector
Industry
Business & Support Services
Location
Mississauga
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Anna Jacobs
Job reference
JN-082026-7084690
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