Contract, Regulatory Counsel - Toronto, Canada - Toronto Hydro

Toronto Hydro

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

WORK ILLUSTRATION:

The incumbent is expected to behave ethically and follow the established code of business conduct, policies and internal control procedures, laws and regulations governing Toronto Hydro.

_Toronto Hydro has implemented a mandatory vaccination requirement for all its employees. Proof of full vaccination will be required upon receiving a conditional offer of employment. Toronto Hydro will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to disability or any other ground protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code._

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides analysis, advice and recommendations to senior leaders on regulatory laws, strategy, proposed policy developments, government relations advocacy, and issues management with an eye to corporate objectives.
Participates in crossfunctional projects and initiatives representing the regulatory team.

Conducts detailed regulatory legal research on emerging issues, best practices and current case law.

Prepares briefing and presentation materials and generates legal analysis to inform regulatory strategy and issues management activities.

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REQUIREMENTS:

Undergraduate degree in Business or relevant field from an accredited school.
Bachelor of Laws, LL.B or Juris Doctor, JD.
A member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
Minimum 1 year of legal practice (postcall to the bar); with a focus on advocacy before administrative tribunals or civil litigation and dispute resolution (preferred).
Working knowledge of administrative law principles and the energy sector, particularly regarding regulation of energy utilities.
Excellent oral and written advocacy, mediation and negotiation skills.
Skilled in policy and strategy development.
Welldeveloped project and time management skills.
Strong communication skills (oral, written, presentation, facilitation and active listening)
Demonstrated ability to receive and effectively process complex information (legal and policy) in a fastpaced environment.

Toronto Hydro has introduced a Hybrid Work Arrangement. This position allows for remote work up to three days per week, based on business needs.

Employees will be required to come onsite on those days when they are involved in activities that they or their leader feel are better conducted in person.

You are expected to live in Ontario and within reasonable commuting distance of the office. #LI-Hybrid

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