Senior Legal Counsel

Bruce Power•Kincardine, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Bruce Power is seeking senior, experienced lawyers for both contract and permanent opportunities. As a Senior Lawyer, your expertise will directly support major infrastructure projects, innovative energy solutions, and the advancement of medical isotope technology—work that truly matters. You’ll tackle high-profile, complex legal matters in a dynamic, highly regulated environment, collaborating with industry leaders and government partners. Your advice will help drive major infrastructure projects and support Bruce Power’s commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability.

Requirements

At least 6 years of private practice at a major firm or equivalent in-house experience, with a strong track record in complex commercial matters, finance transactions, and mergers and acquisitions.
Demonstrated expertise in negotiating, drafting, and managing high-value, complex contracts, including construction contracts, master service agreements, and service-level agreements.
Familiarity with the Ontario energy market, regulatory frameworks, and industry-specific agreements.
Ability to advise on compliance, permitting, and environmental regulations affecting nuclear and energy projects.
Proven ability to analyze complex legal issues, assess risk, and develop practical, business-oriented solutions for company-wide challenges.
Comfortable presenting legal issues to large groups and senior executives, both internally and externally.
Able to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice for diverse audiences.
Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from a recognized Canadian university, or equivalent international legal degree with successful completion of the National Committee on Accreditation (NCA) process for foreign-trained lawyers.
Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario (or eligibility for admission).
Minimum of 6-8 years of legal experience, ideally gained in a combination of private practice and in-house corporate environments, ideally with exposure to energy, infrastructure, or regulated industries.

Nice To Haves

Experience in transactions involving Indigenous Nations and communities is a plus.
Additional certifications or advanced degrees (e.g., Master of Laws, business or project management credentials) are considered assets.

Responsibilities

Delivering high-quality legal advice and documentation across the outlined scope.
Ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and Bruce Power policies.
Maintaining effective communication and reporting with Bruce Power stakeholders.
Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating project agreements, construction contracts, operations & maintenance contracts, design services agreements, master services agreements, equipment supply agreements, fuel supply agreements, lease agreements, sub-lease agreements, licence (access) agreements, IT-related agreements, renewals, amendments, purchase orders, and related documents.
Leading or advising on new debt or project finance matters; assisting finance with covenant compliance and reporting for existing debt and bond facilities; supporting renewals or amendments.
Advising on Construction Law and related matters including Ontario Construction Act, holdback and substantial completion regime, performance bonding, labour & materials bonding, letters of credit, and other performance security instruments.
Structuring and negotiating teaming agreements, joint venture agreements, partnership agreements, shareholders agreements, and related corporate matters; and general corporate compliance including board and shareholders resolutions.
Early-stage contractual analysis, drafting position papers, demand and forbearance letters, participating in settlement negotiations, drafting and negotiating settlement and release agreements.