Senior Legal Counsel

2 weeks ago

Brampton, Canada Region of Peel Full time
Job Description

Senior Legal Counsel and Legal Counsel Positions Legislative Services- Legal Services

Status: Regular Full Time

# of Positions: 4

Salary Range: $143,963-$197,386 per annum including market premium + comprehensive benefits

Work Mode: Hybrid *see below for more details about this work mode.

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

The Regional Municipality of Peel is seeking passionate, customer service-oriented lawyers to join our Legal Services team. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, love tackling complex legal challenges, and want to make an impact in the community – we want YOU

This is your chance to dive into areas of high legal impact and work on exciting, high-stakes projects. Whether you’re an expert in real estate, construction, information technology, litigation/dispute resolution, or have a general municipal background, we’re ready to welcome you

What’s in Store for You?

  • Dynamic Role – Negotiate and prepare legal documents, support strategic initiatives, and provide proactive strategies to advance important work and to manage legal risk. Your advice will help shape Peel’s future
  • Work-Life Balance – Seeking a legal role that offers great lifestyle? This could be the perfect fit Enjoy work-life balance while making a meaningful difference.
  • Impactful Work – Work with various legal portfolios from real estate, construction, information technology, litigation/dispute resolution and general municipal where you will be advising on a variety of projects and managing a range of exciting legal challenges.

Overview of the Portfolios:

We have multiple positions available in the following areas:

  • Real Estate: Real property law with broad experience in one or more of the following areas: residential and commercial real estate transactions, easements, leasing/licensing matters and secured financing.
  • Information Technology: Advising on, negotiating and drafting a variety of agreements, including procurement documents, associated with information technology, cybersecurity, and privacy law.
  • Litigation/Dispute Resolution: Represent the Region of Peel in proceedings before courts of all levels and administrative tribunals, including but not limited to the Ontario Land Tribunal and Human Rights Tribunal.
  • Construction & Infrastructure: Advising on construction and infrastructure matters including drafting tenders, construction and consultant contracts.

What You Need to Succeed:

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) degree
  • Call to the Ontario Bar and membership in good standing
  • 1+ years of legal experience
  • Strong interest in real estate, construction, information technology, litigation/dispute resolution, or have a general municipal background

Collaborate with municipal, provincial, federal and other partners to protect the Regional Corporation’s interests and manage legal risks. Ready to bring your legal expertise to Peel and make a real impact in the community? This is your chance Apply now and let’s make great things happen together.

Be bold. Think big. Join us.

Perks That Make Work Fun (and Your Life Easier)

  • Top-Notch Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision plan — starting on your very first day
  • OMERS Pension Plan: Automatic enrolment to help secure your future with peace of mind.
  • Vacation Time That Grows: Start with 3 weeks of vacation per year.
  • Personal Days Just for You: Enjoy 3 paid personal days and floating holidays.
  • Wellness First: Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle and prioritize your health and well-being.
  • Performance Pays Off: Annual performance reviews with merit increases.
  • Supportive, Respectful Culture: Work in an environment where leadership truly cares, and inclusivity is celebrated.
  • Learning & Growth: Access to tuition reimbursement and development resources.

We’ve got you covered — because we know happy, healthy people do their best work

In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected.

It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario.

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology.

Kindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding your application may be directed there.

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply online.

About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services.

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong.

Additional Information

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions.

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions.

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