Legal Counsel - Employment and Litigation at Toronto Metropolitan University — NeverHard

Legal Counsel – Employment and Litigation Office of the General Counsel and Board Secretariat (GCBS) provides strategic legal, compliance, privacy and risk advice to support the university’s mission. EOE Statement TMU welcomes candidates from equity‑deserving groups, including First Nations, Métis, Inuit Peoples in Canada, racialised people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Preference is given to candidates with lived experience from these groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Provides legal advice and opinions on labour and employment matters, including workplace accommodation, occupational health and safety, faculty hiring/employment, contracts and collective agreement interpretation. Advises on employment‑related disputes and litigation, including internal tribunal matters, external tribunals, and courts. Drafts, reviews and revises pleadings, submissions to regulatory bodies, settlement documents, and correspondence with complainants/applicants, plaintiffs or their counsel. Ensures compliance and facilitates decision‑making through proactive advice, risk assessment and expert counsel to university leadership. Participates in developing precedents, workflow practices and processes for routine matters and key legal operations. Provides training and education to internal units on evolving legal and compliance areas related to the workplace, such as investigations, employment practices, dispute resolution and artificial intelligence. Leadership Competencies Acts with Integrity Builds Relationships of Trust & Collaboration Leads Inclusively Demonstrates Organizational Acumen Drives Vision & Results Qualifications Bachelor of Laws (LL.B), Juris Doctor (J.D) or equivalent law degree required. Minimum of three years post‑call experience in a law firm, in‑house, or government legal setting, including at least two years in employment/labour law with litigation or dispute‑resolution exposure. Prior experience in human rights, administrative law, privacy or access is an asset. Must be a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario. Knowledge of legislation relevant to post‑secondary education and the public sector preferred. Excellent facilitation and mediation skills to develop solutions for diverse groups. Strong analytical, drafting and issue‑spotting skills, translating legal risk into practical advice. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills. Strong judgment, decision‑making and interpersonal skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Employment Details Reports To: General Counsel, Secretary of the Board of Governors and Chief Privacy Officer Work Location: Hybrid (3 days in‑person/on‑campus and remaining days remote), subject to change Start Date: ASAP Grade: D62 Salary Scale: Min $106,210 – Max $169,666 (commensurate with qualifications) Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week Additional Information Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of formal education. #J-18808-Ljbffr