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Our client, McGill University, is one of Canada's most prestigious institutions of higher learning and ranks among the top universities in the world. Founded in 1821, McGill University has three campuses, 12 faculties and 14 professional schools, 300 programs of study, and over 39,000 students. McGill attracts students from over 150 countries, representing 30% of its student population.

McGill is seeking its next Leader of Legal Affairs. Sitting on the University's executive team and reporting directly to McGill's Principal and Vice-Chancellor, you will be responsible for leading the legal function and protecting the legal interests of the institution, while supervising a team of eight lawyers and three administrative and support staff.

On a day-to-day basis, you will act as a strategic advisor to McGill's Principal and Vice-Chancellor, senior management, the legal team, and University departments. You will be directly and actively involved in a wide range of matters, including governance, internal policies, interpretation of legislation affecting the conduct of the University's business, real estate and construction law, commercial law, administrative law, and principles of natural justice, labour and employment law issues, etc. You will become familiar with both student issues and those involving Indigenous recognition as well as the protection of intellectual property and access to information. Your expertise will also be called upon when disputes arise, and you will work with external advisors when required.

Are you a member of the Quebec Bar, bilingual, and have at least 15 years of relevant experience? Do you have reflexes in various areas of law, a developed team approach, an executive presence and are known for your tact, your power of influence, and your ability to find quick, effective, and practical solutions? Contact us to learn more. Experience in managing a legal department or in another management capacity will be considered an asset. Reference: #32256

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Knowledge of French and English. McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through . Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, .

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.