Counsel, Compensation Fund, Regulatory Services, Professional Regulation (Hybrid, Toronto)

At Law Society of Ontario we believe in the importance of a collaborative and supportive work environment that provides high quality and professional service to the public, lawyers and paralegals, and other stakeholders.  We are always on the lookout for exceptional individuals who are ready to make a meaningful impact, innovate and grow with us.  Our offering: We value each member of our team and invest in your professional learning and development. We provide access to the resources needed to support professional growth , mental health and well-being is a priority. Our competitive compensation package includes a defined contribution pension plan, health and dental benefits plan and a robust Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP). Our progressive employment policies, high levels of employee engagement and the impressive architecture and beautiful grounds of the historic Osgoode Hall, there are many reasons to work at the Law Society.   We hope you will consider joining the Law Society!    Job Purpose   Reviews and conducts legal analysis of claims for compensation resulting from licensee dishonesty and makes recommendations for grants in accordance with the Law Society Act and guidelines established by Convocation. Conducts policy, economic, and internal process analysis and make recommendations to the Subcommittee.   Qualifications Required: Requires an LLB or JD and an L1 license in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. Requires a minimum of 7 years of related experience in one or more pertinent areas of law (e.g., administrative, litigation, estates, real estate), or a combination thereof. Professional Knowledge: The Law Society’s mandate, services, legislation, and policies, particularly with respect to protecting the public interest. Compensation Fund guidelines, precedents, and procedural requirements. Real estate transactions, mortgages, and related legal accounting procedures. Litigation skills for responding to inquiries and claims. Law Society accounting and bookkeeping requirements. Current trends and developments in the legal profession. Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite / 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Broad understanding of the use of technology in a legal environment. MS Dynamics experience would be an asset. Competencies: Negotiation and dispute resolution skills with tact and diplomacy. Analytical and problem-solving skills. Project coordination, prioritization, and time management skills. Interpersonal, oral, and written communication, and presentation skills. Organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail. Mathematical acumen. *By submitting your application for employment, you agree to a clearance check of your regulatory history with the Law Society, and to the use of this information in assessing suitability for employment at the Law Society.