Legal Counsel

Overview

We are currently seeking a collaborative and energetic individual with a keen interest in administrative and energy law to join the Legal Service division on a 15-month contract as counsel, to provide legal advice and expertise, conduct legal research, draft legal and regulatory documents, act as hearing counsel and support the OEB’s business operations.  Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Ontario, have at least 5 years of post-call experience and strong professional and academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely legal and strategic advice and support to internal stakeholders on a wide variety of matters, such as policy development and implementation, consumer protection, compliance and enforcement, OEB corporate and operational matters, hearing practices and procedures, and communications
• Work with Ministry staff on proposals for new legislation, regulations, directives and policies to protect the integrity of the OEB and ensure ease of implementation
• Stay up-to-date and advise on the implications and risks associated with emerging legal issues and regulatory practices
• Prepare reports, presentations and general legal correspondence as required, with ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences including OEB executives
• Represent the Legal Services division with a high degree of ethics, discretion, confidentiality and professionalism
• Participate as counsel in written or oral hearings before the OEB and assist in the preparation of hearing-related documents such as procedural orders and submissions

Qualifications

• Law Degree (LL.B. or Juris Doctor) from an accredited law school.  Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
• At least 5 years of post-call practice, preferably in a regulated industry, utility, public sector, or not-for-profit setting
• Knowledge of administrative law, ideally in relation to the regulation of electricity and natural gas sectors
• Knowledge of Ontario’s government structure, operations and decision-making
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Diplomacy and strong interpersonal skills
• Sound judgment and ability to balance competing priorities and deliver within short timelines
• Political acumen
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Work, Excel, PowerPoint) and Teams