General Counsel Greater Ottawa, Canada Area

The Company is seeking a General Counsel to serve as its principal legal officer and senior legal advisor. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing trusted, strategic, and solution-oriented legal counsel on a wide range of sensitive and high-stakes matters. This includes safeguarding the company's legal interests, reputation, and public mission, as well as enabling sound and well-informed decision-making. The General Counsel will lead the Legal Counsel Office, set the strategic direction for legal services, and oversee the internal legal team. The role also involves managing external counsel, promoting a proactive approach to legal risk, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Applicants for the General Counsel position at the company should hold an LL.B. or J.D. and be a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario. A minimum of 12 years of legal practice, with significant experience in a similar leadership role, is required. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in governance, administrative law, and various other legal areas relevant to a large, bilingual institution. Superior communication skills in both English and French are essential. The role demands a leader with exceptional strategic judgment, legal analysis, and the ability to manage complex legal issues. The General Counsel will also be expected to have a strong understanding of enterprise risk, and business acumen, and to demonstrate impeccable integrity and a commitment to professional ethics.

Hiring Company

University of Ottawa