Senior Commercial Services Counsel

Expected Salary Range: $109832 - $137290 Annually

Target Variable Performance Pay: 10%

The salary range shown above reflects the expected  compensation for this position. The final salary offered will be determined based on a holistic assessment of the candidate’s experience, education, training, and alignment with the role’s requirements. For positions covered by a collective agreement, placement within the range will follow the applicable step or classification.

The Senior Commercial Services Counsel delivers strategic day-to-day commercial legal advice, consultation, research and guidance to internal business units on real property, construction and procurement/commercial-related matters. Acting as the primary legal contact for assigned business units, in particular Toronto Hydro’s Facilities and Real Property business units, the Senior Commercial Services Counsel prepares legal responses and documentation, and advises on real property rights, and drafts and negotiates easements, licence agreements, agreements of purchase and sale, connection agreements and purchase of goods and services agreements.   

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with assigned business units and internal stakeholders to provide accurate and timely commercial legal advice that supports business objectives and mitigates corporate risk in the contracting of commercial terms and conditions on behalf of the corporation and its affiliates
• Delivers clear and practical legal opinions, interpretations, and advice on legal matters that involves interpreting facts, precedents, and evaluating situations in compliance with policies as well as all applicable laws and statutes
• Drafts and reviews real property, construction and procurement/commercial documents (e.g., easements, licence agreements, agreements of purchase and sale, connection agreements, purchase of goods and services agreements and request for proposals) and provides advice to support timely, quality, and cost‑effective delivery
• Conducts legal research on emerging issues, best practices, current case law and renders interpretations of statutes, regulations, with a focus on real property, to inform commercial legal services strategy and issues management activities
• Participates in policy development where legal services are provided
• Liaises with external counsel to negotiate and execute agreements in support of the organization’s capital and maintenance work programs and customer-initiated projects

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (JD)
• A member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
• Three (3) or more years of experience (articling experience accepted) in real property, construction and/or commercial law
• Knowledge of real property, construction and/or commercial law
• Experience working on easements is preferred
• Experience in utilities, construction or infrastructure projects is an asset
• Knowledge of legislation and common law impacting the organization
• Proven judgment, analytical and problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to distill legal information and frame for legal and business user consumption
• Proven negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment

TOTAL REWARDS

To support the overall well-being and success of our employees, Toronto Hydro provides a comprehensive total rewards package which includes:

• 100% employer paid Health & Dental benefits
• 24/7 access to Employee & Family Assistance Program and Virtual Healthcare
• Company-paid life insurance and long term disability
• Spending account to support fitness goals (e.g. gym memberships)
• Competitive paid time off (including vacation and parental leave)
• Defined Benefits Pension Plan through OMERS
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Exciting employee engagement and appreciation events throughout the year

This position is based in a hybrid environment allowing for remote work two days per week, based on business needs. Employees will be required to come onsite Tuesday to Thursday. You are expected to live in Ontario and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

Toronto Hydro is committed to leveraging new technologies to support an efficient and inclusive recruitment process. As part of this, artificial intelligence (AI) systems may be used to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used in combination with human decision-making to ensure fairness and consistency. 

ACCESSIBILITY AND APPLICATION SUPPORT

Toronto Hydro is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Thank you for considering a career with Toronto Hydro. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you’re having difficulty using our online application system and require accommodation, please email hr_talent@torontohydro.com or call (416) 542-8000. Toronto Hydro is pleased to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals throughout the job application process. Please note this email is for accommodation requests only. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered. Learn more about our commitment to accessibility.