Senior Legal Counsel

1 month ago


Kitchener, Ontario, Canada University of Waterloo Full time
Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel

The University of Waterloo seeks a highly skilled and experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join our team. As a key member of our Legal and Immigration Services (LIS) team, you will provide expert legal advice and guidance to senior leaders, faculties, schools, and administrative units across the institution.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide legal advice on commercial issues, including contract negotiation, drafting, and review
  • Identify legal issues, risks, and develop strategies to mitigate legal risks
  • Researches, identifies, and provides updates on case law, legislative requirements and legal trends affecting the University
  • Provide legal advice on administrative law principles related to internal administrative decision-making and processes
  • Offer consultation and advice on intellectual property law to a variety of academic and administrative stakeholders
  • Provide legal advice on privacy-related matters, including privacy compliance and legal guidance
  • Maintain extensive knowledge of the University's operations and provide proactive advice to further the University's Strategic Plan
Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Laws (L.L.B.) or equivalent law degree
  • Licensed to practice law in Ontario and a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario
  • Relevant professional designation from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) or other recognized professional body
  • Minimum 5 years of experience practicing law and providing legal advice to complex organizations
  • Strong working knowledge of provincial and federal information and privacy laws
What We Offer:
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • A competitive salary and benefits package

The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities and welcomes applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.


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