HOOPP

Why you’ll love working here:

• high-performance, people-focused culture
• our commitment that equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental to our work environment and business success, which helps employees feel valued and empowered to be their authentic selves
• learning and development initiatives, including workshops, Speaker Series events and access to LinkedIn Learning, that support employees’ career growth
• membership in HOOPP’s world class defined benefit pension plan, which can serve as an important part of your retirement security
• competitive, 100% company-paid extended health and dental benefits for permanent employees, including coverage supporting our team's diversity and mental health (e.g., gender affirmation, fertility and drug treatment, psychological support benefits of $2,500 per year, and newly extended maternity/parental leave top of 26 weeks)
• optional post-retirement health and dental benefits subsidized at 50%
• yoga classes, meditation workshops, nutritional consultations, and wellness seminars
• access to an annual wellness reimbursement program for health and wellness-related expenses for permanent and temporary employees
• the opportunity to make a difference and help take care of those who care for us, by providing a financially secure retirement for Ontario healthcare workers

Job Summary:

Are you a quick-thinking and driven individual seeking the growth and challenge that comes from working in a dynamic and growing world-class pension fund? Are you interested in working on cutting-edge issues in a highly collaborative and high-performance legal team? Are you looking for a career where you can contribute to a mission that has a real-life impact on the lives of Ontario healthcare workers? If so, we want to hear from you!

The Associate Legal Counsel will join the Corporate and Governance Team in the Legal Services & Governance division at HOOPP. The Associate will work with, and under the supervision of Senior Legal Counsel. This team values challenging the status quo, innovative solutions, team collaboration and practicality. As a part of this team, you will be focused on delivering business-minded legal advice in an innovative, dynamic, and fast-paced environment.

What you will do:

• Review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, services agreements, consulting agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and other related documentation, with a view to ensuring compliance with HOOPP's policies and risk tolerance.
• Conduct legal research, develop, and provide legal advice and support on issues raised by the business; drafting letters, correspondence, and other documents to communicate such legal advice and support.
• Assist internal business departments in drafting policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, and other related documentation for effective governance, including identification, assessment, and management of legal, privacy, and related operational risks.
• Advise internal clients and other stakeholders on legal issues, risk tolerance, and the interpretation of HOOPP policies and procedures.
• Track developments in various areas of law that apply to HOOPP including technology, insurance, corporate/ commercial, procurement, privacy, pension, tax, employment, and litigation with a view to ensuring operational and legislative compliance.
• Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of HOOPP's agreements and other legal processes and resources.
• Engage and manage external resources, including external legal counsel to assist in addressing legal issues and providing internal advice.

What you bring:

• Law degree (J.D. or LL.B.) from an accredited law school and a minimum of 2-4 years’ experience practicing law.
• Called to the Ontario Bar and member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Excellent organization and project management skills, including the ability to execute project plans, set timetables and monitor workflow and effectiveness.
• Proven ability to think strategically, develop creative solutions and apply strong analytical skills is required.
• Team-first attitude and preference for working in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Exemplify HOOPP’s core values: professionalism, accountability, collaboration, compassion, and trustworthiness.