Counsel

General Motors; Markham; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a business-minded lawyer with strong communication skills and a commitment to integrity. This role offers flexibility and a comprehensive benefits package, supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Skills

Communication

Integrity

Job description

Qualifications:

• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Minimum of 5 years of top-tier private practice or in-house experience, ideally with a significant portion gained in the technology, manufacturing, or consumer products/services sector.
• Business-minded lawyer capable of providing a top-down perspective while actively engaging in significant operational roles within the company.
• Superior personal and professional integrity with strong communication skills.
• French language proficiency is an asset but not mandatory.

Benefits:

Our philosophy: GM’s "Work Appropriately" supports our foundation of inclusion, offering employees flexibility to work where they can make the greatest impact, based on role requirements.

Our comprehensive compensation and benefits plan is designed to be competitive within the local market, supporting the health and well-being of you and your family. Benefits include:

• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, parental and adoption leave).
• Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits, including a health care spending account and wellness incentives.
• Life insurance coverage for you and your family.
• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan.
• Recognition programs for peers and leaders.
• Tuition assistance and Employee Assistance Program.
• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for employees, their families, and friends.

About GM:

Our vision aims for a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. We are committed to leading positive change for a safer, better, and more equitable world.

Why Join Us:

We strive to be the most inclusive company globally. We believe in making daily choices to foster meaningful change through our actions and culture. Our "Work Appropriately" philosophy underpins our commitment to inclusion, enabling employees to work where they can be most effective, regardless of background, ethnicity, preferences, or location. We want every employee to feel they belong to the GM team.

Diversity Commitment:

GM is dedicated to a workplace free from discrimination that fosters inclusion and belonging. We value workforce diversity, believing it enhances our ability to develop better products and provides a richer environment for our employees' growth through various experiences.

Equal Opportunity:

We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If contacted by GM, please inform us if you require accommodations. GM values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.