General Counsel Jobs in Markham, ON

A General Counsel, also known as Chief Legal Officer, is the main lawyer that provides legal advice and services to an organization. They oversee and manage all the legal affairs of an organization, which includes setting internal governance policies and managing the impact of external factors. A General Counsel is responsible for business transactions, negotiating and writing contracts, analyzing legal issues related to proposed products, and guiding management on legal matters and issues. They ensure the organization's legality of commercial transactions and operations.

Essential skills for a General Counsel include strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of the business strategy. They should have the ability to communicate complex matters in clear and understandable terms. A law degree and admission to practice law in their jurisdiction are required. Further, they should have substantial legal experience, ideally in a corporate environment. A person may have roles such as an Associate Lawyer, Senior Legal Counsel, or Partner at a law firm before becoming a General Counsel.

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Senior Counsel/Counsel, Group & CXO

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
1 day ago

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
1 day ago

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, youll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their...

Senior Counsel I

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
3 days ago

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
3 days ago

The opportunity The Senior Counsel provides high-level professional legal services to the organization, offering strategic guidance, legal advice, and managing legal and regulatory matters. They...

Assistant Vice President & Senior Counsel

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
4 days ago

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
4 days ago

Permanent Full Time Reporting to the Vice President & Associate General Counsel, Individual Wealth, you will be a key member of the legal team and take on a lead role in providing legal support to our...

Senior Counsel - Employment and Labor

Oshawa, ON (21 miles from Markham, ON)
12 days ago

Oshawa, ON (21 miles from Markham, ON)
12 days ago

The selected candidate will also provide litigation support and management for commercial disputes and lead a team of two lawyers handling regulatory and litigation matters....

Senior Counsel, Canadian Disputes and Investigations, Litigation

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
13 days ago

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
13 days ago

Manage external counsel in all aspects of litigation at all levels of court in Ontario and other provinces to develop and implement strategy for the resolution of litigation....

Senior Counsel (Regulatory)

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
14 days ago

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
14 days ago

Great-to-haves Experience in any of the following areas of law is an asset: telecommunications, broadcasting, copyright, administrative, competition, and civil litigation....

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Legal Counsel, Technology and Strategic Sourcing

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
18 days ago

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
18 days ago

law matters for the Bank....

Senior Counsel - Payments

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
22 days ago

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
22 days ago

As a Senior Counsel, you will support the goals of the Assistant General Counsel, Global Business Services and Managing Counsel, Platforms, in achieving the business/operations, strategic priorities...

Assistant General Counsel, ESG, IP, Marketing & Sponsorships

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
30+ days ago

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
30+ days ago

The Enterprise Legal Advisory Team is staffing an Assistant General Counsel role, reporting to the VP, CLAO Shared Services & Enterprise Legal Advisory....

Senior Legal Counsel Alternatives, Global Asset Management

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
45+ days ago

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
45+ days ago

collaborating with internal/external stakeholders Instructing and managing external legal counsel Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed This position will not be responsible for litigation...

Senior Legal Counsel Derivatives, Global Asset Management

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
45+ days ago

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
45+ days ago

relationships with internal/external stakeholders Instructing and managing external legal counsel Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed This position will not be responsible for litigation...

Senior Legal Counsel, Global Asset Management

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
45+ days ago

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
45+ days ago

Senior Regulatory Legal Counsel

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
60+ days ago

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
60+ days ago

Great-to-haves Experience in any of the following areas of law is an asset: telecommunications, broadcasting, copyright, administrative, competition, and civil litigation....

Legal Counsel

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
45+ days ago

Toronto, ON (14 miles from Markham, ON)
45+ days ago

A legal counsel with 5 to 7 years post-call experience in corporate law gained either/both at a leading law firm or asset management/financial services corporation....

Head of Legal and Compliance Canada

Thornhill, ON (7 miles from Markham, ON)
45+ days ago

Thornhill, ON (7 miles from Markham, ON)
45+ days ago

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services...

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Salary for General Counsel Jobs in Markham, ON

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Highest Education Level

General Counsels in Markham, ON offer the following education background

Doctorate Degree

73.6%

Bachelor's Degree

13.3%

Master's Degree

8.0%

Associate's Degree

2.3%

Vocational Degree or Certification

1.4%

High School or GED

1.1%

Some College

0.2%

Some High School

0.0%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by General Counsels in Markham, ON

2-4 years

50.8%

None

15.4%

10+ years

11.8%

Less than 1 year

5.9%

1-2 years

5.8%

6-8 years

5.4%

4-6 years

4.8%

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