Jobs
>
Toronto

    Associate General Counsel - Toronto, Canada - WSP Canada

    WSP Canada
    Wsp Canada background
    Description
    The Opportunity:

    WSP is searching for a legal professional to take on the important role of Associate General Counsel in the Energy, Resources and Industry (ERI) sector, based in Toronto. This individual will work closely with the Canadian ERI leadership team and operations. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer of WSP Canada, and part of the ERI leadership team, you will lead the ERI legal team through strong alliances within the ERI leadership.

    Why WSP is the choice for you?
    • Emphasis on fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging
    • Offer of a Flexible Work Policy that values work-life balance and supports you on and off the job
    • Proudly representing a Canadian success story, showcasing the best of Canada to the world
    • Opportunity to make a difference in the world by being part of a company that shapes Canada's environment and infrastructure
    • Outstanding career prospects with room for growth, innovation, and a culture that values collaboration and the contribution of professionals to impactful work
    • A collaborative and good people-filled work environment where essential tasks are carried out humbly. Experience it for yourself by joining us.
    Competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, a positive corporate culture, comprehensive benefits, including virtual healthcare and wellness platforms, as well as savings programs, all await you at WSP.

    What to expect in this role:
    • Act as the primary legal strategist for the ERI sector, providing legal guidance and driving innovation
    • Offer proactive legal support to internal clients, fostering collaboration and engagement
    • Play an active role in the ERI leadership team by contributing to process improvement and efficiency optimization
    • Oversee legal aspects of strategic business initiatives, ensuring alignment with WSP Canada's goals
    • Manage legal support for contract management, dispute resolution, and negotiations within the ERI sector
    • Assess and address legal risks in business opportunities, presenting recommendations to decision-making committees
    • Ensure legal compliance with commercial activities, safeguarding the sector's integrity
    • Collaborate with internal legal teams, sharing best practices to enhance WSP Canada's legal position globally
    • Provide legal oversight to cross-functional teams in various areas such as Ethics & Compliance, Finance, and Operations
    • Share essential legal knowledge on relevant laws and regulations with the ERI leadership team
    • Mentor and develop the ERI legal team to build a strong unit for the future
    • Serve as a subject-matter expert on Mining and Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPCM) contracts
    Your qualifications:
    • Member of the Bar of Ontario in good standing
    • Minimum of 15 years of legal experience, preferably in-house, with leadership background
    • Extensive expertise in Mining, Energy, Oil & Gas, and Renewables industries
    • Strong negotiation skills and experience in managing legal teams
    • Ability to advise leadership teams and provide strategic counsel
    • Expertise in risk management, litigation, and dispute resolution
    • Strong communication, collaboration, and negotiation skills
    • Financial acumen and familiarity with Health & Safety regulations
    • Experience in the ERI sector and related fields
    • Construction project expertise and presentation skills
    • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
    • Adaptability, resilience, and effective mentorship skills
    WSP is a global professional services firm dedicated to future-proofing cities and environments.

    With over 65,000 team members worldwide and 12,000+ in Canada, WSP is involved in diverse projects from environmental remediation to urban planning and sustainable transportation. At WSP, we value our people, emphasize collaboration, and constantly challenge the norm to create a better future.

    Please keep in mind our commitment to Health and Safety, as well as our focus on employment equity. Only selected candidates will be contacted by WSP. Thank you for your interest.

  • IKO North America

    General Counsel

    1 week ago


    IKO North America Toronto, Canada

    IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and ...

  • Robert Walters Canada

    General Counsel

    1 week ago


    Robert Walters Canada Toronto, Canada Permanent

    We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced General Counsel to join our globally leading automotive client on a maternity contract months). As the General Counsel, you will play a critical role in advising the organization on various legal matters, ensuring complian ...

  • ZSA Legal Recruitment

    General Counsel

    1 week ago


    ZSA Legal Recruitment Toronto, Canada

    Toronto 10+ years · We are working with a leading high-stakes strategic advisory and communications firm in Canada, renowned for its expertise in public affairs, public opinion research, journalism, marketing, law, government relations, and politics. They are in search of a Gene ...


  • OP Trust Toronto, Canada Full time

    Associate General Counsel, Investments · Department: Legal Services · Type: Permanent · Location: Toronto · Posting Date: May 28, 2024 · At OPTrust, is our mission and business. · When you choose OPTrust, you join a team of smart, talented people who fuel our success and have a p ...

  • Robert Walters Canada

    General Counsel

    1 week ago


    Robert Walters Canada Old Toronto, Canada

    We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced General Counsel to join our globally leading automotive client on a maternity contract months). As the General Counsel, you will play a critical role in advising the organization on various legal matters, ensuring complian ...

  • Robert Walters Canada

    General Counsel

    1 week ago


    Robert Walters Canada Old Toronto, Canada

    We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced General Counsel to join our globally leading automotive client on a maternity contract months). As the General Counsel, you will play a critical role in advising the organization on various legal matters, ensuring complian ...

  • ZSA Legal Recruitment

    General Counsel

    3 weeks ago


    ZSA Legal Recruitment Old Toronto, Canada

    Toronto | 10+ years · We are working with a leading high-stakes strategic advisory and communications firm in Canada, renowned for its expertise in public affairs, public opinion research, journalism, marketing, law, government relations, and politics. They are in search of a Ge ...

  • OCS Ontario Cannabis Store

    General Counsel

    6 days ago


    OCS Ontario Cannabis Store Old Toronto, Canada

    About Us The Ontario Cannabis Store provides safe, responsible access to recreational cannabis for adults 19 and older. We operate the provincial online store for recreational cannabis in Ontario and are the exclusive provincial wholesaler to authorized private retail stores. Wor ...


  • WSP Toronto, ON, Canada

    WSP is currently seeking a legal professional to assume the pivotal role of Associate General Counsel for its Energy, Resources and Industry (ERI) sector, to be based in Toronto and work with the Canadian ERI leadership team and operations. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer of ...


  • Bank of Montreal Toronto, ON, Canada

    Associate General Counsel, Derivatives Legal Group, Capital Markets page is loaded Associate General Counsel, Derivatives Legal Group, Capital Markets · Apply locations Toronto, ON, CAN time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R Application Deadline: · ...

  • IKO North America

    General Counsel

    3 weeks ago


    IKO North America Toronto, ON, Canada

    IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and ...

  • OCS

    General Counsel

    1 week ago


    OCS Toronto, Canada

    About Us · The Ontario Cannabis Store provides safe, responsible access to recreational cannabis for adults 19 and older. We operate the provincial online store for recreational cannabis in Ontario and are the exclusive provincial wholesaler to authorized private retail stores. · ...

  • R.V. Anderson Associates Limited

    General Counsel

    3 weeks ago


    R.V. Anderson Associates Limited Toronto, Canada

    Your difference is the difference · Do you love to develop and share great ideas? Do you believe your insights can drive people forward? Do you appreciate working with others and building on mutual successes? Perfect. We do, too. · As an employee-owned company, we foster a cultur ...

  • Tri-Mach Group

    General Counsel

    3 weeks ago


    Tri-Mach Group , ON, Canada

    Who We are For over 35 years, Tri-Mach has been an industry leader in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. We are full-service, multi-trade solution provider for manufacturing, facility upgrade, and integration needs. What We're Looking For We are in search of an ex ...

  • Procom

    General Counsel

    3 weeks ago


    Procom Toronto, Canada

    **General Counsel** · **HCMWorks **is a diversity-certified, privately held company with a long history as a leader in providing external workforce and procurement solutions as a Managed Service Provider (MSP). We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented General Counsel to join ...

  • Legislative Assembly of Ontario

    General Counsel

    3 weeks ago


    Legislative Assembly of Ontario Toronto, Canada

    The Office of the Integrity Commissioner strives to encourage a culture of integrity and accountability. The Office is seeking a General Counsel to provide legal advice to the Integrity Commissioner and staff of the Office in relation to all aspects of the Commissioner's jurisdic ...


  • WSP Old Toronto, Canada

    Job Description: The Opportunity: WSP is currently seeking a legal professional to assume the pivotal role of Associate General Counsel for its Energy, Resources and Industry (ERI) sector, to be based in Toronto and work with the Canadian ERI leadership team and operations. Repor ...


  • WSP Old Toronto, Canada

    Job Description: · The Opportunity: · WSP is currently seeking a legal professional to assume the pivotal role of Associate General Counsel for its Energy, Resources and Industry (ERI) sector, to be based in Toronto and work with the Canadian ERI leadership team and operations. R ...

  • ZSA Legal Recruitment

    General Counsel

    3 weeks ago


    ZSA Legal Recruitment Old Toronto, Canada

    Toronto | 10+ years We are working with a leading high-stakes strategic advisory and communications firm in Canada, renowned for its expertise in public affairs, public opinion research, journalism, marketing, law, government relations, and politics. They are in search of a Gener ...


  • Equinox Fitness Club Toronto, ON, Canada $234,000 - $272,000

    Deputy General Counsel, Commercial · Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for maximizing life - and boldly grow the lifestyle brands and experiences that defi ...