Legal jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 1, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 1,872
Employers: 781

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $92,839Across 247 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $27.43Across 44 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 2%29 listings
Hybrid: 43%798 listings
On-site: 55%1,036 listings

Not specified: <1% (9 listings)

Employers hiring include Gowling WLG (65), Government of Alberta (61), KPMG Canada (50).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Legal jobs in Canada

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Senior Legal Counsel
BJRC Recruiting
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Work closely with the legal team and the business teams on acquisitions, dispositions, financing, leasing and corporate and commercial matters.
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Avocat.e enquêteur.trice
Neutra
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Legal Counsel
Government of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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Corporate Law Clerk
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)
Toronto, ON
- $90,000 to $120,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Intermediate/Senior Paralegal / Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA)
BC Legal Management Association
Vancouver, BC
- Other
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Legal Secretary – Sioux Falls, SD
State Bar of South Dakota
MB
- Full-time
Are you organized, dependable, and someone who enjoys a fast-paced workday? Dakota Plains Legal Services is seeking a Legal Secretary to join our Sioux Falls office. This position is a…
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Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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eDecree
Toronto, ON · North York, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Tax Lawyer - Practice Leader
gpac
Surrey, BC
- $162,400 to $203,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Legal Counsel, North Americas
Metlen
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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591 EN - EDC - Legal Counsel
Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada
Laval, QC
- $84,698 to $112,931 CAD / year
- Contract
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591 EN - EDC - Legal Counsel
Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada
Montreal, QC
- $84,698 to $112,931 CAD / year
- Contract
Legal Services 17: Salaries typically range from $84,698 to $112,931 annually, based on qualifications and experiences, plu
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591 EN - EDC - Legal Counsel
Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada
Brossard, QC
- $84,698 to $112,931 CAD / year
- Contract
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Corporate and Real Estate Lawyer
InThink Human Resources
Abbotsford, BC
- Full-time
…find their ideal candidate. We work with our clients to fill legal, accounting, and corporate…
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Senior Legal Counsel, Commercial (Technology), Office of the General Counsel
Deloitte
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Legal Counsel, Commercial, Office of the General Counsel
Deloitte
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Legal Counsel
Government of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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Litigation Legal Assistant
WeirFoulds LLP
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We are currently recruiting a Litigation Legal Assistant to join our Construction Law practice group. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who enjoys variety at a fast-paced…
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Law Clerk
JLEGAL PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
Oakville, ON
- Full-time
…committed to providing clients with practical, timely, and tailored legal services. The firm focuses on delivering high-quality work, clear communication, and efficient solutions to address…
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Litigation Paralegal/ Law Clerk
ME Law - Business Litigation Lawyers
Toronto, ON
- $55,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Lawyer
Sequoia Legal LLP
Victoria, BC
- Full-time
About Us: Sequoia Legal LLP is a leading law firm in the area of Aboriginal Law, dedicated to providing exceptional legal services while fostering meaningful reconciliation with Indigenous…
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Crown Attorney – Government of Manitoba
The Law Society of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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Court Clerk / Cashier
City of Kingston
Kingston, ON
- $28.17 to $34.59 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Legal Assistant
Synectics Inc.
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Assistant Legal Counsel
Town of LaSalle, Ontario
Lasalle, ON
- Full-time
Reporting to the Legal Counsel, the Assistant Legal Counsel provides legal services and support to municipal departments and Town Council on a broad range of municipal legal matters. The…

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Co-operators

Counsel, Client Solutions

Guelph, ON, Canada
Toronto, ON, Canada
Burlington, ON, Canada

Expected salary/hourly range $104,717 - $154,700+ · Full-time

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Pay: Expected salary/hourly range $104,717 - $154,700+
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 7, 2026

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Original job description

Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.

Company: CGL Department: Legal Services Employment Type: Regular Full-Time Work Model: Hybrid (2 days in office) Language: English is required, French is an asset.

The Opportunity:

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients and our communities.

As a Counsel, Client Solutions (Regulatory) you will provide general legal advice and direction to various stakeholders, with an emphasis on supporting our property and casualty insurance business. You will support a range of strategic projects, offer guidance and assistance to our compliance and privacy teams, and review, draft and negotiate contracts.

How you will create impact:

Providing legal advice and guidance on various issues related to all facets of our property and casualty business, including both personal and commercial lines of business.

Advising on privacy issues.

Negotiating, reviewing and drafting contracts (such as distribution, reinsurance and networking agreements), insurance policies and endorsements, and internal guidelines.
Cultivating and maintaining effective relationships with key legal and business personnel.
Representing the organization in industry groups and committees, pro-actively identifying and actioning process improvements, and keeping current on legislation and legal developments

How you will succeed:

You have an innovative mindset to improve operational efficiencies and ability to influence change, with a primary focus on client needs.
You use critical thinking skills to recognize assumptions, evaluate arguments, draw conclusions and proactively propose solutions.
You have strong communication skills to clearly convey messages and explore diverse points of view.
You build trusting relationships and provide guidance to support the development of colleagues.

To join our team:

You have a minimum of 5 years of broad and progressive legal experience in the insurance industry, with a particular focus on property and casualty insurance, including both personal and commercial lines.
You have a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree and are licensed to practice law in a Canadian province or territory.
You have solid in-house legal counsel process knowledge and experience

What you need to know:

You will travel occasionally
You will do detail oriented work that requires a high degree of mental concentration for extended periods of time.
You will be subject to a Background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.

What’s in it for you?

Training and development opportunities to grow your career.
Flexible work options and paid time off to support your personal and family needs.
A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture.
Paid volunteer days to give back to your community.
A comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive salary, bonus, pension and benefits.

Expected salary/hourly range $104,717 - $154,700+

The salary amount for the successful candidate is determined by Co-operators in its discretion and will vary depending on several criteria including but not limited to: local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualification, experience and education.

Employees may also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn additional compensation tied to individual and/or business performance, or other business metrics.

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Requirements

Requires a minimum of 5 years of progressive legal experience in the insurance industry, specifically within property and casualty. Candidates must hold a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) and be licensed to practice in a Canadian province or territory.

Skills

Legal advice
Regulatory compliance
Contract negotiation
Privacy law
Property and casualty insurance
Risk management
Critical thinking
Communication skills
Strategic planning
Relationship management
Legal drafting
Insurance policy review
Operational efficiency
Legislative analysis

Benefits

Training and development opportunities
Flexible work options
Paid time off
Physical and mental health programs
Paid volunteer days
Competitive salary
Bonus
Pension

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Legal Counsel
Property and Casualty Insurance
Regulatory Compliance
Privacy
Contract Negotiation
Reinsurance
Distribution Agreements
Insurance Policies
Risk Management
Legal Services
Financial Services
Corporate Law
Commercial Insurance
Personal Insurance
Legislative Developments
Operational Efficiency
Stakeholder Management
In-house Counsel

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