Senior In-House Corporate Counsel — Commercial Contracts

EY; Toronto; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Medical, prescription drug and dental

Defined contribution pension plan

Generous vacation policy

Firm-paid personal days

Job summary

EY Canada seeks an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join the General Counsel’s Office in Toronto. You will advise the business and oversee commercial contract negotiations with major clients.

You will draft and negotiate a wide range of agreements, provide practical legal solutions, and contribute to process improvements. Proficiency in English is required; French would be a significant asset; occasional commuting to our Toronto office.

Qualifications

• J.D. from a recognized law school.
• Member in good standing of a law society in a Canadian province.
• 2–5 years post-call experience at a leading law firm or in-house.
• Strong knowledge of corporate/commercial law; ability to review and negotiate diverse contracts.
• Excellent English writing, drafting and communication skills.
• French language skills are a significant asset.

Responsibilities

• Work with EY business teams across Canada to structure and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of contracts including NDAs, engagement letters, vendor/supplier, branding, licensing, IT and service agreements, SOWs and MSAs.
• Analyze issues, provide practical business-oriented legal solutions.
• Provide legal expertise on special projects and internal initiatives.
• Contribute to internal process improvements and training.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract review

Legal drafting

Communication

Problem solving

Education

J.D. degree

Licensed to practice law in Canada

Job description

EY Canada seeks an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join the General Counsel’s Office in Toronto. You will advise the business and oversee commercial contract negotiations with major clients.

You will draft and negotiate a wide range of agreements, provide practical legal solutions, and contribute to process improvements. Proficiency in English is required; French would be a significant asset; occasional commuting to our Toronto office.