Legal Counsel (Legal)

position OVERVIEW: Be part of a mission-driven organization that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration. Reporting to the VP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, The Globe and Mail is seeking a collaborative and business-minded legal counsel to join a tight-knit and supportive team. You will see the impact of your work across the company, working closely with cross-functional teams to support our strategic initiatives. You bring a strategic mindset to contract negotiations and litigation management to advance our corporate objectives while mitigating legal risk. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Commercial: Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements including technology, sponsorship, advertising and licensing contracts. Build strong relationships with internal clients to proactively identify and address legal risks. Collaborate with business units to understand operational needs and tailor agreements accordingly. Promote consistency and clarity in contract terms across the organization Advise on compliance matters and stay current on regulatory changes impacting the business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on compliance programs and help drive continuous improvement in such programs. Litigation Management: Lead and coordinate litigation and dispute resolution matters, including defamation matters and commercial disputes. Partner with external counsel and internal stakeholders to develop effective litigation strategies. Foster open communication across departments to ensure alignment and preparedness. QUALIFICATIONS: You should bring the following characteristics and experiences: Integrity and a strong work ethic. Lawyer in good standing with the law Society of Ontario with at least 5 years post-call experience preferably from both a major law firm and as in-house counsel. Strong business acumen, negotiation and advocacy skills. Excellent analytical and communication skills and the ability to pragmatically identify and manage legal risk. Experience in litigation and commercial contract law. SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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