Counsel (Litigation)

2 weeks ago

Old Toronto, Canada Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario Full time

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Term: Permanent, Full-Time

Division/Branch: Legal Services Division / Legal Services Branch

Salary Range: Min: $120,741 to Max: $166,019 (commensurate with experience)

Position Location: Head Office, Toronto, ON; Hybrid

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is a dynamic, innovative regulatory agency responsible for delivering comprehensive regulatory oversight of Ontario’s alcohol, cannabis, gaming, and horse racing industries. We work every day to deliver first-class regulatory services to ensure the industries we regulate are conducted with honesty, integrity, and in the public interest.

We are looking for Legal Counsel to join our Litigation team. The Counsel will report to the Legal Director, Litigation.

The Legal Services Division of the AGCO provides a broad range of legal services, including preparing legal documentation to support regulatory decisions, representing the Registrar at tribunal and court proceedings, providing advice and opinions to the Registrar and AGCO staff on corporate and administrative law issues, drafting contracts, assisting with the process of drafting legislation, and aiding in policy development.

The Role and Responsibilities:

  • You will provide high quality, timely and consistent legal advice on the application of statutes and legislative instruments administered by the AGCO and on the application of statute and common law to the activities and operations of the AGCO.
  • You will conduct litigation, including under the Liquor Licence and Control Act, the Gaming Control Act, the Cannabis Licence Act, and the Horse Racing Licence Act, and appeals and judicial reviews to Divisional Court and to the Court of Appeal for Ontario.
  • You will assist with the drafting and review of legislation, contracts and other documents.
  • You will support committee work or special projects and liaise with the public, other government authorities and the police on behalf of the Registrar.

The ideal candidate has:

  • Relevant experience working within the public service, a regulator, or at a regulated entity.
  • Experience in administrative law litigation.
  • Knowledge of the industries regulated by the AGCO and the legislation administered by it.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgement.
  • Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills.
  • Superior interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work well independently and within a team.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to adapt and work effectively in a fast-paced, complex and ever-changing environment.
  • Ability and willingness to travel, including a valid Ontario driver’s licence .
  • A membership with the Law Society of Ontario in good standing.

Job Requirements:

  • The successful candidate must hold a Law Degree.
  • The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a criminal background check.

Why should you join the AGCO Legal Services Division?

  • The AGCO is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer.
  • The AGCO is committed to a culture of Diversity and Inclusion.
  • The AGCO is committed to creating a supportive work environment that respects and valuesAGCOstaff contributions and provides them with opportunities for growth and professionalachievement.
  • Unique opportunity to work at an award winning, world-class regulator that is innovative, proactive, inclusive and sociallyresponsible.
  • The Legal Division fosters a culture of respect, collegiality, mentorship, and balance between professional and personal lives.
  • We recognize the importance of continuing legal education and provide opportunities for professional growth.
  • We offer a comprehensive benefits package that covers health, dental, visioncare, paramedical services, parental leave top-up, a defined benefit pension plan and a broad well-being program.

The AGCO is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer.

The AGCO has the responsibility to lead by example in advancing racial equity and to build a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and the opportunity to fully contribute. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application including, but not limited to, individuals identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within Ontario’s Human Rights Code.

Disability related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request.

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