Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) safeguards and enhances the health and well-being of watershed communities for more than 4M people. TRCA protects the integrity and health of the rivers, creeks, and shorelines in our jurisdiction while protecting, restoring, and enhancing a system of green and natural spaces that sustain local ecosystems and advance sustainable practices that improve people’s lives. If you share TRCA’s passion for the environment and support their mission to protect, conserve and restore natural resources and develop resilient communities through education, the application of science, community engagement, service excellence, and collaboration, then this opportunity is for you.
As a member of TRCA’s Senior Management Team, the position of Legal Counsel, plays a key role in the strategic direction of the organization. Reporting to the Director, Legislative and Property Services, the position of Legal Counsel is responsible for the full range of legal services, opinions and advice to the Board of Directors, Senior Leadership Team, and staff. This includes civil litigation, court proceedings, proceedings before administrative tribunals, and property transactions, as well as corporate and real estate matters. This position is also responsible for providing leadership in risk management by overseeing the effective operation of a risk management program including procuring insurance coverage applicable to TRCA’s various lines of business.
The ideal candidate will be a current member of the Law Society of Ontario in good standing and will come with a university degree in Law or Juris Doctorate degree (JD) from a recognized and accredited university. This individual will bring 4+ years of progressive managerial experience, and 9+ years of experience practicing law in Ontario on behalf of a municipality or other level of government, or with a private law firm serving mainly municipal clients, with an emphasis on contract, litigation, planning, procurement, real estate, or administrative municipal law matters. This individual will leverage their leadership, problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills to play a critical role in impacting the future health and liveability of the Greater Toronto bioregion.
TRCA is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and TRCA throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
To express an interest in this role in confidence, submit your resume and letter of interest online at https://careers.odgersberndtson.com/en-ca/29537 or to Diana Rucchin at diana.rucchin@odgersberndtson.com by (April 24, 2024. We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.