General Counsel

About the Role

As a seasoned legal professional who thrives at the intersection of law and business strategy, the
General Counsel
will provide legal advice and strategic support to the CEO, President & CFO, and executive leadership team. Supporting continuous growth, the General Counsel will oversee all legal matters across the business, including but not limited to, corporate governance, real estate transactions, commercial contracts, and legal risk management.

This is a critical role in helping the company navigate complex legal and regulatory frameworks while supporting innovation and business growth. The General Counsel will work closely with internal teams and external counsel to ensure legal excellence and practical business alignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise the CEO, President & CFO, and executive team on all legal matters impacting the organization, providing practical, business-minded legal counsel

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, service agreements, investment documentation, and NDAs

• Oversee corporate governance activities, including support for board meetings, shareholder matters, and maintaining corporate records and minute books

• Maintain and update Offering Memoranda (OMs) and other investor-facing legal documents, working closely with internal teams and external counsel

• Support real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, due diligence, and closing documentation

• Serve as liaison to external counsel, managing scope, cost, and delivery of specialized legal support

• Provide legal support on employment law, privacy, IP, and risk management issues as needed

• Stay current with evolving laws and regulations related to securities, exempt market dealers, and private equity — and assess their impact on business operations

• Assist with legal aspects of strategic initiatives such as M&A, corporate structuring, and launching new funds or products

• Respond to legal inquiries regarding provincial licensing and investor-related legal concerns

• Handle general and ad hoc legal projects or regulatory queries from internal stakeholders

• Oversee preparation and submission of all annual and ad-hoc corporate filings, ensuring compliance with applicable corporate and securities laws

•Coordinate with third-party legal counsel on regulatory filings, corporate updates, and legal documentation

What You Bring:

• 10+ years of relevant legal experience, ideally in both private practice and in-house settings
• Undergraduate university degree and LL.B. or J.D.; called to the Ontario bar
• Licensed and in good standing with a Canadian provincial Law Society
• Business-minded lawyer able to provide practical and actionable legal advice to a range of business groups
• Strong knowledge of securities law and familiarity with corporate/commercial, real estate, employment, trademark, and privacy law
• Familiarity with the private equity and portfolio management industries
• Ability to take ownership of complex matters and drive them to resolution
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage external legal counsel and legal budgets

Predictive Index Assessments

As part of our hiring process, candidates complete two short assessments from Predictive Index:

• A
  Behavioural Assessment
  (5–10 minutes, untimed) to understand your work and communication style.
• A
  Cognitive Assessment
  (12-minute timed) to measure learning and problem-solving abilities.

These are not tests of intelligence or experience, they simply help us understand how you work best.

Start the Behavioural Assessment here:

After completing the first assessment, you'll receive an email with instructions for the second assessment.

About Us

Founded in 2015, Equiton is one of Canada's fastest-growing private equity firms, helping Canadians build wealth through high-quality real estate investments. Our mission is to make private real estate accessible to more Canadians, and our team is the driving force behind our success.

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Why Equiton?

Our culture is built on integrity, accountability, and innovation. We empower our team to take initiative, think independently, and grow personally and professionally. To learn more about our core values, click here.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We're an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you need accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know. We're happy to help.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that at present, legal eligibility to work in Canada is a prerequisite for this role.