Legal Counsel

ArcTern Ventures; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Bonus

Paid Vacation Time

Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits

RRSP with match

Employee Stock Option Plan

Job summary

Hydrostor is seeking a Legal Counsel to join our Toronto team in a hybrid role. You will provide practical legal guidance across a broad range of business activities, supporting development, financing, construction and operation of long-duration energy storage projects globally.

Ideal for an early-career lawyer expanding beyond traditional corporate law. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage inbound and outbound contracts, and contribute to governance and compliance.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years post-call experience in corporate and commercial law at a leading firm in Canada, US, Australia, or UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical legal guidance to internal stakeholders across Commercial, Development, Engineering, Finance, HR and other functions.
• Support external counsel on international project development, financing, construction, regulatory, and corporate matters.
• Draft, review and negotiate PPAs, procurement, EPC, land, confidentiality and other contracts.

Skills

Corporate & Commercial Law

Drafting & Negotiation

Cross-border transactions

Project development financing

Governance & regulatory

Education

Licensed Lawyer (Canada/US/UK)

Job description

Title: Legal Counsel

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Type: Full-Time - Hybrid (3+ days/week in office)

Travel Requirement: Approximately 10%

Position Type: Net New

Join the Future of Reliable Energy!

Are you ready to shape the future grid? Hydrostor, a leading energy storage, technology and infrastructure company dedicated to developing utility-scale, long-duration energy storage solutions, is seeking a Legal Counsel to join our team in Toronto. We’re supporting the development of a more resilient electricity grid and invite you to be at the forefront of this work!

Why Hydrostor?

Our cutting-edge A-CAES technology is uniquely poised to revolutionize the energy landscape. Join us as we lead the way in shaping a reliable and secure energy future.

Your Mission

Hydrostor is seeking a highly motivated and commercially minded Legal Counsel to join our growing global team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of clean energy, infrastructure, project development, finance, and corporate governance.

As Legal Counsel, you will provide practical legal guidance across a broad spectrum of business activities, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to support the development, financing, construction, and operation of Hydrostor’s long-duration energy storage projects around the world. This is an exceptional opportunity for an early-career lawyer looking to expand their expertise beyond traditional corporate law and develop into a trusted business advisor within a purpose-driven organization.

Your Day-to-Day Adventures

• Provide practical day-to-day legal advice to internal stakeholders, identifying risks and opportunities while delivering business-focused solutions.
• Partner with teams across Commercial, Development, Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, and other functions to support key business initiatives.
• Support external legal counsel on international project development, project financing, construction, regulatory, and corporate matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including power purchase agreements (PPAs), procurement agreements, EPC contracts, land agreements, confidentiality agreements, and other business contracts.
• Prepare and review term sheets, joint development agreements, joint venture agreements, and other strategic transaction documents.
• Assist with equity and debt financing transactions and related legal documentation.
• Support corporate governance activities, including the preparation of board materials, resolutions, minutes, and corporate records.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of company policies, governance frameworks, and compliance initiatives.
• Provide legal support across a variety of areas, including employment, intellectual property, and general corporate matters.
• Stay informed on legal and regulatory developments that may impact Hydrostor’s global operations.
• Take on special projects and additional responsibilities as business needs evolve.

Who You Are

You are an intellectually curious lawyer who enjoys collaborating with diverse teams and tackling complex challenges. You bring strong technical legal skills, sound judgment, and a practical approach to problem-solving. Most importantly, you’re excited by the opportunity to contribute to the global energy transition while building a broad-based in-house legal career.

You thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, enjoy learning new areas of law and business, and are comfortable balancing multiple priorities. You are equally capable of working independently and contributing as part of a collaborative team.

What You Bring

• 2 to 5 years of post-call experience practicing corporate and commercial law at a leading law firm in Canada, the United States, Australia, or the United Kingdom.
• Experience supporting corporate transactions, commercial agreements, and related legal matters.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business advice.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a collaborative and service-oriented mindset.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work in a dynamic environment.
• Experience supporting project development, infrastructure, energy, or renewable energy transactions is considered an asset.
• Experience with international transactions or cross-border matters is considered an asset.

Compensation Details

• $120,000 - $150,000 base salary
• Discretionary Bonus
• Paid Vacation Time
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• RRSP Program - with a match!
• Employee Share Option Plan

For more information on Hydrostor and the exciting journey we’re on visit our website at www.hydrostor.ca

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Hydrostor, we know that fostering an inclusive workplace, which values diversity, inclusion, and belonging is paramount to our success.

To fulfill our mission, our goal is to attract people who come from all backgrounds and walks of life, who bring diverse perspectives with wide-ranging experiences, and who share in our common passion to drive innovation and change the global energy landscape.

Hydrostor proudly embraces the principles of equal opportunity and inclusion. We are committed to providing opportunities for all employees and candidates. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental, pregnancy, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status protected by applicable law.

Hydrostor is committed to making our application and interview process accessible to everyone, and we encourage applications from people with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation at any stage, please contact us at [e-mail]. In your application, we welcome you to specify your preferred pronouns (e.g. she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc.).

Use of Artificial Intelligence

Hydrostor does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select candidates during the recruitment or interview process.