Legal Services Director

OLG; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Benefits Plan

Pension Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional development

Job summary

Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation (OLG) seeks a Legal Services Director to lead litigation, provide strategic legal advice, and protect the organization from legal and reputational risks. The role reports to Senior Managing Counsel and collaborates across the enterprise to advance OLG’s goals.

Ideal candidates will have a JD/LLB, 8+ years of senior legal experience, and strong leadership, negotiation, and privacy expertise.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Minimum 8 years of progressively senior legal experience in litigation.
• Experience providing legal advice to senior leaders on complex matters.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and advising on employment matters.
• Experience interpreting privacy legislation (FIPPA) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, practical, and strategic legal advice on litigation, privacy, and HR matters.
• Oversee litigation and disputes, including representation before courts and tribunals.
• Identify and implement strategies to mitigate legal and business risks.
• Advise senior leaders on potential litigation risks and preventive measures.
• Monitor and improve the litigation management program and compliance with laws and regulations.
• Liaise with government bodies, external counsel, and stakeholders as required.
• Lead and mentor Senior Legal Counsel and legal staff.
• Manage legal expenses in line with the department's budget and mandate.
• Conduct trainings on developments in the legal area and oversee workplace investigations.

Skills

Advocacy

Negotiation

Legal research

Communication

Relationship mgmt

Employment matters

Privacy knowledge

Strategic thinking

Integrity

Education

JD or LLB

Job description

Range 162,400.00 - 243,600.00 CAD

Job Description

Legal Services Director

Salary Range: $190,000 - $240,000

We are ready to take this game to the next level and need a passionate Legal Services Director. This role will have responsibilities which have a high impact on all aspects of OLG’s business and operations and will play an important role in protecting the organization from ongoing and emerging legal and reputational risks.

YOUR ROLE IN THE GAME

Reporting To The Senior Managing Counsel, Legal Services, Corporate And Litigation, The Legal Services Director Will Expertly Manage And Oversee Litigation And Provide Expert And Strategic Legal Advice Across The Enterprise On Various Issues, Including Human Resources, Litigation, And Privacy Matters To Advance OLG’s Strategic Goals. You Will Also Be Empowered To

• Provide timely, practical, and strategic legal advice, support and counsel related to a variety of legal issues, including litigation, privacy and human resources matters.
• Expertly assist in overseeing and effectively managing, directly or through external counsel, litigation and other disputes, including representing OLG before courts and tribunals as assigned.
• Apply experience and expertise to identify and recommend practical and effective strategies, controls and measures that mitigate legal and business risk.
• Work closely with senior leaders and functional units to advise on actual or potential areas of litigation or other legal risks and provide advice and recommendations to avoid or minimize risk and to prevent its occurrence.
• Monitor the ongoing effectiveness of the litigation management program, recommend operational opportunities, and provide guidance in implementation as the business and environment evolve and change, identifying exposures, gaps and/or trends and making necessary adjustments.
• Actively liaise with Provincial Government, tribunal bodies, external litigation counsel and other Government stakeholders as required for information exchange.
• Represent OLG in negotiations and meetings with counterparts and stakeholders to strategically advance and promote OLG’s objectives.
• Provide leadership and guidance in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and standards to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations to protect OLG’s integrity and periodic review and updating of same.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to Senior Legal Counsel, Legal Counsel, Articling Students, Summer Students and Executive Assistants in order to ensure the success of the legal team.
• Manage and monitor legal expenses to ensure consistent alignment with the department’s fiscal mandate.
• Conduct periodic training sessions on latest developments in these areas for GLC and internal clients.
• Conduct and/or oversee workplace investigations.

Education & Experience

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE GAME

• Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Minimum 8 years of progressively senior legal experience in litigation, gained through a law firm and/or in-house legal environment within a public or private sector organization.
• Experience providing legal advice and strategic counsel to senior leaders on complex legal, business, and regulatory matters.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and advising on employment-related matters.
• Experience interpreting and advising on privacy legislation, including the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), is considered an asset.

Relevant Skills

• Advanced advocacy, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to influence outcomes and provide sound legal advice on complex matters.
• Strong legal research, analysis, and drafting skills.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to build consensus, negotiate effectively, and communicate complex legal concepts to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex legal files independently while applying strong problem-solving, strategic-thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to establish credibility and maintain productive partnerships across the organization.
• Experience advising on employment-related matters and conducting workplace investigations.
• Strong knowledge of privacy legislation and regulatory requirements, including FIPPA and related privacy frameworks.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to navigate complex challenges and develop practical, business-focused solutions.
• Inclusive and collaborative work style that fosters strong relationships, teamwork, and engagement.
• Operates with integrity, transparency, and professionalism while maintaining the highest ethical standards.

Benefits Of Joining The Winning Team

• Group Benefits Plan: Comprehensive, employer-paid group benefits coverage.
• Variable Pay Program: Participation in a performance-based incentive plan that recognizes organizational and individual achievements
• Public Service Pension Plan: Participation in a highly desirable defined benefit pension plan.
• Paid Time-Off: Competitive paid time-off provisions to support work-life balance and well-being.
• Growth Focus: Become your best self with comprehensive support for your professional development.
• Equity, diversity, and inclusion: Core to OLG’s culture, empowering employees to bring their authentic selves and make a meaningful impact across Ontario.

To learn more about our organization and other opportunities visit our career site.

Please Note: Unless otherwise specified, all positions are required to work fully onsite.

OLG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] if you require accommodation at any time throughout the hire process.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you bring relevant skills and a willingness to learn, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. We sincerely appreciate your interest; while we are unable to contact everyone, those selected for the next steps will be notified.

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information is collected by the Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation (OLG) and/or its third party service provider(s) under the authority of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation Act, 1999, SO 1999, c 12, Sch L and the Employment Standards Act, 2000, S.O. 2000, c. 41 (as amended) and will be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment with OLG and for recruitment modernization initiatives. The information will be managed in accordance with all applicable laws, OLG’s Protection of Privacy Policy (the Policy) and related policies and procedures. For any questions about this collection, please contact [e-mail], 800-70 Foster Drive, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6A 6V2.