GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking an experienced and versatile Associate Counsel to provide a broad range of legal services and strategic advice across various departments and business units within our Canadian operations. This role requires a corporate generalist with strong analytical, contractual, and advocacy skills to support the company’s transactional, commercial, and employment-related legal matters.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) with strong academic credentials.
• Member in good standing of the Ontario Bar.
• 2–5 years of experience, either in-house or at a law firm.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a dynamic, team-oriented approach.
• Excellent analytical and advocacy skills, with the ability to draft, review, and apply legal advice effectively.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in leveraging technology to enhance the delivery of legal services.
• Adaptability and willingness to engage in a diverse range of legal matters.
• Ability to successfully complete all pre-employment requirements.

• Provide legal counsel on transactional and commercial matters, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating customer contracts, collection, transportation, and disposal agreements, as well as requests for proposals and other commercial arrangements.
• Assist with labour and employment matters, including labour arbitrations and employment proceedings before courts and relevant tribunals.
• Enforce commercial and municipal contracts to ensure compliance and protect the company’s interests.
• Support the resolution of disputes and litigation matters as they arise.
• Manage special projects as assigned.
• Collaborate with and oversee external legal counsel as needed.