Legal Counsel

About the role

The Legal Counsel will join a fast‑paced, publicly listed organization in Canada, supporting high‑impact corporate initiatives such as mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, minority investments and other strategic transactions. Working closely with senior leadership, Finance, Investor Relations and Corporate Development, the role provides legal guidance on securities law, public company disclosure obligations and corporate governance.

Key responsibilities

• Support strategic corporate transactions, including M&A, divestitures and minority investments, by assisting with due diligence, drafting and negotiating agreements, and managing legal risks.
• Advise on securities law compliance, continuous disclosure obligations, regulatory filings and public company governance requirements.
• Partner with Finance, Corporate Development, Investor Relations and executive leadership on financial reporting, earnings disclosures, treasury matters and equity programs.
• Provide practical, business‑oriented legal advice that balances regulatory compliance with commercial objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions and coordinate with external counsel on cross‑border and complex matters.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of legal processes, corporate policies and governance frameworks.
• Build strong relationships across the organization and act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.

Required profile

• Called to the Bar in a Canadian province with a J.D. or LL.B. and a strong academic background in law.
• 4‑6+ years of experience in corporate law, securities law, M&A, or a combination of private practice and in‑house roles.
• Strong knowledge of public company reporting obligations, securities regulations and corporate governance best practices.
• Proven experience supporting corporate transactions, including drafting, reviewing and negotiating transaction documentation.
• Ability to assess legal risk while providing practical, commercially sound advice aligned with business priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior business leaders.
• Highly organized, proactive and capable of managing multiple priorities independently.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive base salary range: $150,000 – $180,000 CAD (plus potential bonus).
• Opportunity to work on high‑visibility, cross‑border corporate transactions within a global operating environment.
• Collaborative environment with senior leadership and diverse business functions.