Legal Counsel - Disputes & Regulatory Lawyer

The opportunity

EY Canada is looking for an experienced candidate to join its General Counsel’s Office as Legal Counsel, Litigation and Regulatory, focussing on civil litigation and regulatory matters. We are a team of sophisticated in-house lawyers who are a respected and integrated part of our professional services firm, prioritizing a team environment in the GCO. As a member of Disputes and Regulatory teams, you will support the GCO’s role as a strategic advisor to our business and help EY’s professionals navigate complex disputes and regulatory matters. The General Counsel’s office is based at EY Canada’s head office in downtown Toronto. We are currently working under a hybrid work model, although you would be welcome to work full time at our offices.

Your key responsibilities

• Work with Disputes and Regulatory team to support the business and provide legal advice and risk management guidance across all services lines, supporting the firm through complex situations, collaborating with quality and risk management to resolve issues and provide legal advice relating to allegations of professional negligence, contract disputes, and engagement concerns
• Support in identifying and addressing legal and regulatory issues including matters relating to client proposals, regulatory investigations, audit restatements, required reporting and disclosures
• Support the firm’s response to regulatory and accreditation body inquiries or complaints against professionals
• Assist with regulatory investigations
• Research and provide guidance relating to financial crime regulations such as AML, Economic Sanctions, Insider Trading, and Lobbying
• Assist with all aspects of litigation support and management including implementing and maintaining litigation holds, responding to document production or witness requests, oversee document collection, review and production processes
• Work with the litigation team, external counsel and internal stakeholders supporting on litigation claims and matters involving the firm
• Conduct legal research on litigation and regulatory matters as required

What we look for

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers who have a very strong attention to detail and the ability to meet multiple and/or unexpected deadlines in a demanding environment. Candidates should be proactive, positive, and solution-oriented, with strong communication, advocacy, analytical, and drafting skills.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• JD, LLB or equivalent degree from a recognized law school and member in good standing of a law society in any Canadian province. Dual licensed in Quebec and a common law province considered a strong asset but not required.
• 3-5 years of solid commercial litigation experience gained at a leading law firm and/or in-house at a sophisticated organization
• Regulatory experience would be a very strong asset, as would experience working with professional services firms or in a regulatory environment and/or experience with tax, audit and accounting matters
• Strong analytical skills and sound judgment with the ability to quickly grasp complex issues and provide timely, accurate and sound legal advice to the business or to escalate as required
• Self-motivated, hard working and proactive team member who is also a positive team player
• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships with the business and your team members at all levels of the organization.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply (proficiency in French is considered an asset, but not required)

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future.  Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.

• Toronto: $112,000 to $162,000

Inclusiveness at EY 

Inclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world. 

Learn about our commitment to Inclusiveness at https://www.ey.com/en_ca/about-us/corporate-responsibility/equity

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