Legal Director

Legal Director

Why join Chubb Fire and Security? At Chubb Fire and Security Canada powered by API Group, we provide cutting-edge fire safety and security solutions to protect what matters to most to our clients across the nation. As a trusted leader in the fire and security industry, we have built a reputation for excellence, reliability, and innovation. Joining our team means being part of a leading provider of fire safety and security solutions, with opportunities for growth and advancement.

As Leaders, we recognize that our success happens only when our Branches and Field Leaders are successful.Our mission is to go the extra mile for our customers and our industry. We lead the way in designing, delivering and supporting safe, reliable and innovative solutions.

Role Summary:

The Legal Director plays a vital role in managing and mitigating legal risk across our operations. You will provide expert legal advice to executive leadership and operational teams, draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts, manage disputes, litigation, claims, and regulatory matters, and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and industry standards. You will serve as a strategic partner, proactively identifying legal challenges and offering pragmatic solutions that support business objectives.

You will be expected to support APi Group Canada companies (Chubb, SMC, Vipond Inc.).

Stakeholders:

• President
• CFO
• Vice Presidents
• Regional/Branch Managers
• Director of People
• Risk Management Team
• Other corporate functional teams

Job Responsibilities:

• Legal Advice and Counseling:
  Provide sound, practical legal advice to leadership and operational teams on all areas impacting the business, including construction law, fire and security system regulations, contract law, labour and employment law, health and safety, intellectual property, immigration, and data privacy.
• Contract Management:
  Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements such as building services' contracts, supplier/vendor contracts, subcontracts, and NDAs; train operational teams on reviewing contracts.
• Labour and Employment:
  Draft and review agreements and templates during a teammate's employment cycle (employment, separation and confidentiality); provide guidance and advice on labour relations and collective bargaining, including the interpretation and administration of union contracts, grievance procedures, and negotiations with union representatives; provide counsel to leaders and People Team on topics such as harassment/discrimination prevention, accommodations, and regulatory changes.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  Stay current on applicable laws, statutory and regulatory requirements; develop and implement policies and training to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Dispute Management:
  Manage and resolve complex disputes and litigation—including commercial disputes, insurance claims, and employment matters—liaising with the Risk Management team and managing external counsel where necessary.
• Risk Management:
  Advise on risk exposure and mitigation strategies - review and update standard contract templates to align with changes in law and best practices.
• Corporate Governance
  : Support the company with secretarial matters, including corporate entity management, corporate resolutions, policy drafting, and ensuring sound corporate governance practices.
• Administrative Functions:
  Perform administrative and management functions related to the in-house practice of law.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  : Develop effective relationships with internal clients, senior management, and external advisors to support business needs and ensure consistent application of company standards.
• Team Leadership:
  Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, and adherence to company policies - contribute to process improvements and best practice sharing across the legal function and broader business.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education:
  Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree. Member in good standing of a Canadian provincial bar (Ontario preferred).
• Experience:
  Minimum 10+ years' progressive experience, preferably including in-house legal roles within the building services or construction sectors.
• Languages:
  English (required) – French (required).

Skills Required:

1. Legal Expertise and Technical Knowledge

• Commercial Law:
  Deep and demonstrable understanding of construction law, commercial agreements, and relevant statutory frameworks (such as safety and environmental regulations).
• Contract Drafting and Negotiation:
  Expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of complex contracts (including construction, maintenance, service-level, supplier, and vendor agreements).
• Labour and Employment Law:
  In-depth expertise in labour and employment law, with the ability to advise, negotiate, and manage compliance and employment-related matters.
• Dispute Resolution:
  Strong background in managing disputes and litigation/claims relevant to the building services industry, including claims management, arbitration, mediation, and litigation, either in-house or through external counsel.
• Risk Management
  : Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and commercial risks across multiple projects and business units; experience with insurance matters and claims is advantageous.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  Comprehensive knowledge of local, state, and federal legislation affecting building services, including health and safety laws, labour and employment law, data protection, and environmental regulations.

2. Commercial and Strategic Acumen

• Business Partnering:
  Ability to balance legal risks with commercial priorities, providing actionable, commercially-savvy advice aligned with the company's business objectives.
• Problem Solving:
  Innovative and pragmatic approach to solving complex legal and operational challenges in a time-sensitive environment.
• Analytical Skills:
  Sharp critical thinking with the ability to quickly grasp complex technical and contractual documentation, and to anticipate and address future risks or opportunities.

3.
Communication Skills

• Verbal Communication:
  Confident and articulate communicator, able to present complex legal concepts and risks to both legal and non-legal stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Written Communication:
  Strong drafting skills for policies, reports, and formal legal correspondence - ability to adjust tone and detail for different audiences.
• Negotiation:
  Skilled negotiator, adept at balancing multiple interests, finding win-win solutions, and managing challenging discussions with internal and external parties.

4.
Interpersonal and Relationship-Building Skills

• Stakeholder Management:
  Proven ability to build trust and effective working relationships at all levels of the organization, including senior leadership, directors, managers, operational staff, and external partners.
• Teamwork and Collaboration:
  Collaborative approach, willing to share knowledge and support peers within the Legal Department and across business functions.
• Influencing and Leadership:
  Ability to influence decision-making, facilitate change, and act as a role model for ethical and professional conduct.

5.
Organizational and Management Abilities

• Time Management:
  Capable of hands-on managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing high-volume and high-stakes work, and maintaining excellent attention to detail under pressure.
• Project Management:
  Proficiency in planning, executing, and closing legal and compliance projects within deadlines and budgets.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Commitment to identifying and implementing process improvements, including development of policies, templates, and training initiatives for the broader business.

6.
Digital and Technological Proficiency

• Legal Research & Document Management Tools:
  Familiarity with legal research databases, contract lifecycle management software, and document management systems.
• IT Literacy:
  Proficiency with common productivity and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, SharePoint, AI platforms).

7. Personal Qualities

• Integrity and Confidentiality:
  Highest standard of personal and professional ethics, exercising discretion and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Resilience:
  Calm and effective under pressure, adaptable to changing business and regulatory environments.
• Self-Motivation:
  Proactive, resourceful, and able to work with minimal supervision.

Our offerings include

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible benefit program
• Company retirement saving programs
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Reward and Recognition Program
• A culture of performance & accountability
• A supportive and positive team environment

Background Check Requirements:

As a condition of employment, this position may be subject to the successful completion of the following pre-employment conditions:

• Criminal Background Check
• Reference Check

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process.