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About the Role
The Legal Services Division at the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) provides essential legal services supporting the organization’s regulatory role. The Legal Counsel will provide high quality, timely, and innovative legal advice on statutes and legislative instruments administered by the AGCO, advise on corporate law needs, support AGCO Board Governance, and represent the Registrar when engaging with the public and other stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Provide high quality, timely, and innovative legal advice on the application of statutes and other legislative instruments administered by the AGCO, including the Registrar’s Standards, as well as the application of law to the activities and operations of the AGCO.
- Provide legal analysis and advice to AGCO officials at all levels, both written and oral, on compliance-related activities, policy development, and legislative interpretation across the gaming, liquor, cannabis and horse racing sectors.
- Advise on the AGCO’s corporate law needs, including in relation to finance, contracting and procurement, freedom of information and privacy matters, and employment law.
- Provide advice on and support in matters of AGCO Board Governance and corporate compliance with Government of Ontario policies and directives.
- Support and advance the agency’s strategic priorities across corporate and regulatory areas.
- Represent the Registrar when engaging with the public, other government authorities, the police, municipalities, and other stakeholders on behalf of the Registrar.
Requirements
- 5 years plus legal experience working within the public service, a regulatory environment, or a regulated entity is highly preferred.
- Proven experience advising in relation to administrative law.
- Familiarity with the sectors regulated by the AGCO and an understanding of the legislation it administers.
- Familiarity with administrative law is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and provide well-reasoned legal advice in complex situations, including to senior officials, often under tight deadlines.
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply legal principles to novel and challenging issues.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, collaborate effectively in team settings, and engage with diverse stakeholders.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain legal concepts and recommendations to a variety of audiences.
- Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a willingness to adapt to changing priorities and evolving challenges.
- Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario or another Canadian law society.
- Ability and willingness to travel as required.
- Eligible to work in Canada.
- Subject to a criminal background check as part of the hiring process.
Skills
- Administrative law
- Corporate law
- Regulatory law
- Legal analysis
- Legal research
- Problem-solving
- Interpersonal skills
- Collaboration
- Communication skills
- Adaptability
Location
- Head Office, Toronto, ON
Work Type
- Permanent
- Full-Time
- In-Office
Experience Level
- 5 years plus legal experience
Education Level
- Law Degree (LL.B. or J.D.) from an accredited institution
Salary/Compensations
- $142,113 to $195,405
Benefits
- Generous time-off policy
- 2 volunteer days
- Defined benefit pension plans
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
- 100% employer-paid premiums
- Well-being credits
- Employer-paid parental leave top-up
- Professional development opportunities
- Access to training programs
- Leadership resources
- Reimbursement for professional memberships
- 24/7 confidential support through Employee Assistance Program
- Convenient, central location near the subway line
- Paid onsite parking
About the Company
- The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is an agency where innovation thrives, ideas flourish, and passion drives us to new heights of excellence.
- Reporting to the Ministry of the Attorney General, the AGCO is responsible for regulating Ontario’s vibrant alcohol, gaming, horse racing, and private retail cannabis sectors in accordance with the principles of honesty and integrity, and in the public interest.
- The AGCO is proud to be recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for the second year in a row.
- This annual distinction reflects our commitment to cultivating a workplace environment that prioritizes employee well-being, emphasizing work-life balance, mental health resources, and opportunities for professional growth.
- We remain committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees.
- The AGCO provides a comprehensive range of benefits and programs (subject to eligibility).
Equal Opportunity
- The AGCO is an equal opportunity employer, fostering a culture that celebrates and promotes diversity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.
- The AGCO has the responsibility to lead by example in advancing racial equity and to build a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and the opportunity to fully contribute.
- Disability related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request.
- We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process. All applications will be reviewed and evaluated by our Human Resources team and hiring managers.