Legal Counsel - Employment and Litigation

Legal Counsel – Employment and Litigation

Office of the General Counsel and Board Secretariat (GCBS) provides strategic legal, compliance, privacy and risk advice to support the university’s mission.

EOE Statement

TMU welcomes candidates from equity‑deserving groups, including First Nations, Métis, Inuit Peoples in Canada, racialised people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Preference is given to candidates with lived experience from these groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides legal advice and opinions on labour and employment matters, including workplace accommodation, occupational health and safety, faculty hiring/employment, contracts and collective agreement interpretation.
• Advises on employment‑related disputes and litigation, including internal tribunal matters, external tribunals, and courts.
• Drafts, reviews and revis...