General Counsel, Legal Services

Job summary

Advise the CEO, executive leadership, Commissioners, and senior leaders on legal, regulatory, governance, reputational, and enterprise risk matters, while leading legal strategies that support the OEB’s adjudicative, policy, and operational objectives. Oversee litigation and external counsel, monitor legal and policy developments, manage Legal Services resources, and lead an inclusive, high-performing legal team.

Job details

Job ID: 1003 Position Type: Non-Union Permanent Department: Legal Services Job Posting Close Date: 11/02/2026 The Ontario Energy Board is proud to be recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for four years running. Our success resides with our people and we take great pride in fostering a workplace culture that attracts top-tier professionals passionate about shaping Ontario’s energy future. Our reputation as a preferred employer reflects our commitment to helping deliver clean, reliable, affordable and secure energy that enables economic growth across the province. Our One OEB culture promotes a values-driven, collaborative workplace where diverse perspectives come together to deliver regulatory excellence, and where we encourage curiosity and agility in an environment that is grounded in mental health, wellbeing and a foundational commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We are the ONTARIO ENERGY BOARD. The OEB is entering a significant period of transformation. As part of our commitment to supporting internal career development, we encourage employees interested in expanding their impact to consider this opportunity. Overview The Legal Services Division, under the leadership of the General Counsel, provides legal, strategic and risk mitigation support for all aspects of the OEB’s adjudicative, policy, and corporate services functions, including communications, freedom of information and protection of privacy and procurements, and is responsible for the carriage of appeals and other external litigation involving the OEB. The General Counsel is accountable for advising Commissioners in the course of adjudication and the Executive Leadership Team. The role ensures that legal risks are proactively identified, assessed, communicated, and managed in alignment with the OEB’s legislated mandate, policy direction and strategic priorities. Committed to valuing people, the General Counsel fosters an inclusive, high-performing environment that enables the legal team to thrive and deliver innovative, responsive, and best-in-class legal services across all functions of the organization.Responsibilities Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the Chief Executive Officer, Executive Leadership Team and senior leaders on legal, regulatory, governance, reputational, and enterprise risk matters. Lead the development and execution of legal strategies that support the OEB's adjudicative, policy, and operational objectives and advance the organization's strategic priorities. Provide expert legal counsel on complex and emerging issues, balancing legal risk, business objectives, and public interest considerations. Contribute as a member of the senior leadership team to organizational strategy, decision-making, enterprise risk management, and operational, financial and workforce planning. Monitor and advise on legislative, regulatory, judicial and government policy developments affecting the OEB and Ontario’s energy sector. Provide strategic legal leadership on proposed legislation, regulations, directives and policy initiatives, including engagement with government. Champion the integration of legal, governance and risk considerations into organizational decision-making. Oversee the representation of the OEB in the judicial and administrative proceedings. Build strong relationships with government, regulatory, industry and other stakeholders to support collaboration, regulatory excellence and effective outcomes Lead a high-performing, inclusive and forward-looking Legal Services team that provides strategic, client-focused advice and services. Develop the capacity and capabilities of Legal Services through effective workforce planning, talent management, coaching and leadership development. Oversee external counsel and the division’s financial and human resources, ensuring effective stewardship of resources and legal costs. Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from an accredited law school. Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. Minimum 10 years of experience practicing law, with progressively senior legal leadership responsibilities. Minimum 10 years of legal experience gained in-house, in private practice or in government, with expertise in administrative law, preferably within a regulated industry, utility, public sector or not-for-profit setting. Minimum of 7 years of leadership experience leading legal teams, with demonstrated success in developing talent, building organizational capability, and fostering high-performing, engaged teams. Expertise in administrative law with the ability to provide strategic, practical, and risk-informed legal advice on complex and emerging issues. Strong knowledge and experience working in a regulatory environment would be an asset. Knowledge of Ontario government structures, legislative processes, and public policy development. Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with the ability to distill complex legal concepts for diverse audiences, including executives, senior leaders, and external stakeholders. Strong interpersonal skills and networking skills with proven experience working with leaders as a trusted advisor. Demonstrated political acuity and sound judgment, with the ability to navigate sensitive, complex, and high-profile issues with discretion, diplomacy, and integrity. A demonstrated ability to think creatively, broadly, and strategically, with a commitment to continuous learning. Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with a demonstrated ability to act as a trusted advisor and strategic business partner. Demonstrated ability to lead through change, foster collaboration, and build inclusive, high-performing teams. This job posting represents an existing vacancy. Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Ontario Energy Board will make reasonable efforts to provide accommodation to candidates with disabilities in the course of the recruitment process upon written request. We request that candidates seeking accommodation identify their particular accommodation needs as soon as possible in the job selection process. Questions concerning the availability of accommodation in the recruitment process may be forwarded by email to hr@oeb.ca.

What you’ll do

Advise the CEO, executive leadership, Commissioners, and senior leaders on legal, regulatory, governance, reputational, and enterprise risk matters, while leading legal strategies that support the OEB’s adjudicative, policy, and operational objectives. Oversee litigation and external counsel, monitor legal and policy developments, manage Legal Services resources, and lead an inclusive, high-performing legal team.

Requirements

Requires a J.D. or LL.B. from an accredited law school and good standing with the Law Society of Ontario, along with at least 10 years of legal experience and at least 7 years leading legal teams. Candidates need administrative law expertise, strategic advisory and communication skills, and knowledge of Ontario government structures and legislative processes; regulatory-environment experience is an asset.

Listed skills

• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Administrative Law
• Legal Strategy
• Regulatory Law
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Governance
• Legislative Analysis
• Public Policy
• Litigation Management
• Executive Advising
• Stakeholder Management
• Team Leadership
• Talent Development
• Workforce Planning
• Financial Stewardship
• Change Leadership
• Political Acuity
• Influencing Skills
• Continuous Development
• Regulatory Environment
• Organizational Strategy
• Talent Management
• Business Objectives
• Diplomacy
• Curiosity
• Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
• Strategic Prioritization
• Risk Mitigation
• Legal Risk
• Adjudication
• Mental Health
• Decision Making
• Lawsuits
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Corporate Services
• Creative Thinking
• Disabilities
• Economic Growth
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Leadership Development
• Legislation
• Public Policies
• Relationship Building
• Coaching
• Stewardship
• Business Strategies
• Balancing (Ledger/Billing)
• Advising

Job areas

• Legal
• Management & Leadership
• Energy
• Government & Public Sector
• Legal Counsel/Associate General Counsel
• Corporate Lawyer
• Lawyers