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April 20, 2026
Full-time
Hybrid (Toronto, Canada)
Legal Counsel
Business Unit

Regular, Full time

Closing Date: May 4, 2026

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is the statutory body responsible for regulating Ontario’s capital markets in accordance with the mandate established in the provincial Securities Act and the Commodity Futures Act. The mandate of the OSC is to provide protection to investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, to foster fair, efficient and competitive capital markets and confidence in the capital markets, to foster capital formation, and to contribute to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk. This mandate is performed through policy, operational, and enforcement activities. The OSC also contributes to national and global securities regulation development.

We offer a diverse, fair, and flexible work environment and take pride in our challenging and rewarding work.

What We Do 

The Registration, Inspections and Examinations (RIE) division oversees the dealers, advisers and investment fund managers that the public relies upon when investing in securities. Using a risk-based approach, RIE focuses on initial and ongoing registration and compliance examinations of registrants. The division consists of integrated, multi-disciplinary teams including professional staff (chartered professional accountants and lawyers), registration officers (corporate and individual), and support staff. 

RIE is currently hiring for a permanent, full-time Legal Counsel to join their team. 
 

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

Reporting to the Head of Portfolio Management Compliance, the Legal Counsel role will: 

  •  Work in a multi-disciplinary team and  advise on the registration regime in National Instrument 31-103 Registration Requirements, Exemptions and Ongoing Registrant Obligations and related instruments;  

  • Act as a legal resource on registration and compliance issues to other staff and industry participants;  

  • Support other OSC divisions in policy initiatives affecting registrants; 

  • Participate in compliance reviews of registrants to determine if they are in compliance with securities laws, and negotiate effectively with Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA), government, and stakeholders to reach a resolution on issues. 

  • Assist with drafting timely guidance and risk alerts to the industry. 

 

Qualifications: 

As the ideal candidate, you have:A membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. 

  • A minimum of 5 years relevant securities/industry experience post call to the Bar 

  • A strong understanding of the Canadian regulatory environment and securities legislation . 

  • Demonstrated proficiency in balancing regulatory objectives with practical business considerations. 

  • Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems, research and seek out new information, analyze and anticipate obstacles and potential risks and develop appropriate recommendations. 

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to speak and write clearly, concisely and persuasively. 

  • Excellent research and legal drafting skills. 

  • Strong analytical skills allowing you to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team of professionals. 

  • Demonstrated ability to establish collaborative working relationships and engage with internal and external stakeholders. 

  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate various aspects of projects and policies with appropriate staff within the organization. 

This opportunity is considered to be a business-critical role supporting the Registration, Inspections and Examinations Division.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario Securities Commission. We will contact those selected for an interview.

The OSC is committed to diversity and providing an inclusive workplace and providing accommodation in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. It is our priority to ensure employment opportunities are visible and barrier-free to all under-represented groups including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the 2SLGBTQI+ community, to achieve an employee demographic profile reflective of the demographic profile of Ontarians.

The OSC is a proud partner with the following organizations: Ascend Canada, BlackNorth Initiative, Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and Pride at Work Canada

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our confidential inbox HRRecruitment@osc.gov.on.ca.  
 

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