Student counsel student counsel

Lead High-Impact Regulatory Cases and Prosecute Professional Misconduct We operate at a rare intersection, both regulator and membership body, responsible for upholding the integrity of the CPA designation while supporting more than 105,000 members and 19,000 students across the province. Our work sits between business and the public interest, between the evolving demands of industry and the standards that make trust possible. You are helping shape a profession that touches nearly every sector of the economy at a moment when expectations, technology, and the nature of work are all being rewritten. In this position, you will oversee and guide investigations, provide strategic legal advice to the Professional Conduct Committee, and prosecute complex disciplinary matters before the CPA Ontario Discipline and Appeal Committees and on judicial review. This is a unique opportunity to apply your litigation expertise in a high-impact, purpose-driven role that directly contributes to maintaining public trust and professional ethical standards while maintaining a great work-life balance. Review investigator reports and provide supervision, direction and advice to in-house and external investigators. Collaborate with internal teams on complex matters throughout the complaints process. Advise the Professional Conduct Committee and Enforcement team on legal issues. Formulate and apply policies and strategies within the Enforcement team, impacting the Regulatory & Standards group and the CPA profession broadly. Provide legal advice or other related work product to other departments within CPA Ontario. membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario and be licensed to practice in Ontario. A minimum of 15 years at the Bar with a strong track record in complex prosecution and / or litigation matters. Exceptional judgement and credibility, with highly developed interpersonal, advocacy and negotiation skills. Proven ability to present persuasively to diverse audiences, including senior stakeholders, tribunals and the public. Digitally fluent with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; experience with e-discovery platforms and leveraging technology to drive efficient legal practice is desirable. Experience managing/leading teams is considered an asset. Actual salary offered will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. We are committed to inclusion as a core part of how we operate, not as an afterthought. We have a hybrid working environment, with three days a week on-site, complemented by 2 days of work-from-home time. We want those days you work from home to be comfortable and offer a one-time bonus towards a home office when you start. We invest in your growth through learning and professional development opportunities, stretch projects, secondments, and genuine paths for career progression. At CPA Ontario, we are committed to building high-performance teams. Accommodation is available under the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please email accessibility@cpaontario.ca with “Accommodation Required” in the subject line to provide your contact information.