Legal Counsel - Commercial Resolutions

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Legal Counsel - Commercial Resolutions

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Infrastructure Ontario

Overview Infrastructure Ontario (IO), an Ontario crown corporation, provides a wide range of services to support the Ontario government’s initiative to modernize and maximize the value of public infrastructure and realty. IO delivers complex commercial and land development solutions for the Province and continues to evolve its capabilities to maximize public impact and deliver on its vision of a connected, modern and competitive Ontario.

Position purpose: IO is responsible for delivering Ontario’s largest and most exciting infrastructure projects, including hospitals, highways, courthouses, cultural venues, correctional facilities, subways, light rail systems, and GO Transit. The Commercial Resolutions Group is a specialized branch of IO’s legal department that manages complex claims and disputes. This role exists to reduce risk on major projects, minimize reliance on external counsel, and provide strategic legal advice that supports project success.

What You Will Do

Resolve major disputes on Ontario’s most important infrastructure projects

Act as the primary legal advisor on several troubled projects, addressing complex issues during construction

Provide high-quality, commercially focused legal advice to senior executives and project teams

Develop clear, practical solutions to challenging problems

Negotiate directly with opposing counsel on high-impact matters

Collaborate with integrated project teams including engineers, architects, project managers, finance experts, and procurement specialists

Oversee and coordinate external counsel, including litigation and arbitration matters

Lead continuous improvement initiatives based on lessons learned from active disputes

What We Are Looking For

A few years’ experience (Legal Counsel) or several years’ experience (Senior Legal Counsel) in litigation and/or commercial law

Experience in construction law, contract and claims management, or infrastructure law is an asset

Member of the Law Society of Ontario in good standing

Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical advice

Strong communication skills and ability to explain legal concepts clearly to non-legal audiences

Detail-oriented, analytical, and reliable

Ability to adapt communication style to different audiences and decision-making contexts

Curiosity and openness to solving complex problems with multiple possible outcomes

Comfort with ambiguity and willingness to challenge assumptions

Professional learnings reflecting legal reasoning, negotiation, and dispute resolution competencies

What We Offer

Commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes belonging

Defined contribution pension plan with IO contribution up to 5% and potential employer match up to 5%; Group Retirement Savings Plan and Group Tax Free Savings Account options

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, out-of-country care, paramedical services, and more

Pregnancy and parental leave support with top-ups as applicable

Healthcare Spending Account and Lifestyle Account to expand coverage for health and wellness needs

Support for professional development and learning programs; up to two membership and license fees paid per year if related to the role

Access to virtual healthcare options

Central location at 1 Dundas St West, Toronto

Salary range:

$108,900

to

$187,800

(L1 & L2 level). Pay will align with skills, knowledge and experience of the candidate.

Posting closes on

October 21, 2025

at

12:00 pm . Interviews will occur on a rolling basis until the role is filled.

Senioriy level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Legal

Industries

Construction

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and may provide accommodations during the selection process. Candidates who are Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply.

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