Senior Counsel

Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario • Toronto, ON

22d • CA$160,293 - CA$248,407 • Onsite

About The Position

The Legal Services Division provides legal advice, conducts litigation, represents the Registrar before tribunals and courts, and supports corporate, administrative, legislative, and policy matters. We are seeking a Senior Counsel to join the Litigation team, reporting to the Legal Director, Litigation.

Requirements

• Hold a Law Degree accompanied by significant relevant experience working within the public service, a regulator, or at a regulated entity.
• Membership with the Law Society of Ontario in good standing.
• Specialized level of expertise in administrative law.
• Passionate about litigation and have extensive experience “on your feet”, including appearing before Tribunals, Divisional Court and Court of Appeal.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the provision of senior level legal advice, from a litigation strategy and operational perspective, on complex compliance and eligibility matters.
• Experienced in the oversight of a process, the assignment of work to legal counsel and the accountability for the quality of that work and related outcomes.
• Possess the skills, abilities and experience to effectively assume and carry the role of litigation lead on matters in all lines of business.
• Able to provide senior level legal advice on industry related stakeholder relations issues and communications and media inquiries.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated ability in drafting legal opinions and recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgement, strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills and excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Superior interpersonal skills have demonstrated your ability to work well independently and within a team and adapt and work effectively in a fast-paced, complex and ever-changing environment.
• Must be able and willing to travel and possess a valid Ontario driver’s licence.
• Must reside in Ontario or be prepared to relocate to Ontario.
• Eligible to work in Canada.
• Will be subject to a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the industries regulated by the AGCO and the legislation administered by it, is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior legal advice and services in administrative law, regulation, and litigation on behalf of the Registrar.
• Conduct litigation under AGCO-administered statutes, including tribunal proceedings, appeals, and judicial reviews.
• Draft and review legal opinions, decisions, rulings, communications, and related documents.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and representation on AGCO committees and initiatives, as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, with 100% employer-paid premiums.
• Defined benefit pension plans to secure your financial future.
• Generous time-off policy, including 2 volunteer days to contribute to causes that matter to you.
• Well-being credits to support gym memberships, therapy, financial planning, and more.
• Employer-paid parental leave top-up.
• Professional development opportunities with access to training programs, leadership resources, and reimbursement for professional memberships.
• 24/7 confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Convenient, central location near the subway line for easy access when working in the office.
• Paid onsite parking is also available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior