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Commercial Litigation Associate (4–6 Years’ Call) – Securities & Regulatory Focus Toronto | Bay Street | Market-Leading Compensation A premier Toronto Bay Street law firm is seeking a high-performing Commercial Litigation Associate (4–6 years’ call) to join its distinguished litigation practice. This role is ideal for a lawyer with meaningful experience in complex commercial disputes and a demonstrated interest or background in securities litigation and regulatory proceedings. This is a rare opportunity to work within one of Toronto’s most sophisticated litigation teams, recognized for handling high-stakes corporate, securities, and regulatory matters. The Opportunity You will collaborate with leading litigators on intricate commercial disputes, shareholder and oppression remedy claims, securities litigation, regulatory investigations, and proceedings before the Ontario Securities Commission and other adjudicative bodies. The role offers significant responsibility, direct client engagement, and strategic involvement from early stages through resolution. The firm fosters a culture of excellence, mentorship, and teamwork, providing associates with a clear path toward advancement. Key Responsibilities Lead and support complex commercial and securities litigation mandates Draft pleadings, motion materials, facta, and written advocacy Conduct in-depth legal research and strategic analysis Appear before courts and administrative tribunals Advise clients on litigation risk, regulatory exposure, and dispute strategy Provide guidance to junior associates and students as appropriate Qualifications 4–6 years of post-call experience in commercial litigation Experience in securities litigation, capital markets disputes, or regulatory enforcement matters is strongly preferred Exceptional written and oral advocacy skills Strong analytical capabilities and sound professional judgment Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario Why This Firm? Top-of-market compensation with performance-based bonuses Hybrid work model Collaborative, high-caliber litigation group Transparent career progression and partnership potential Exposure to headline-level, precedent-setting matters If you are an ambitious litigator seeking exposure to complex securities and commercial disputes within an elite Bay Street platform, we would welcome a confidential discussion. Apply in strict confidence to: Ben Higham Cartel Inc. – Legal Recruitment Specialists Ben@cartelinc.com

Senior Legal Counsel – Ethics, Compliance & Investigations Energy Sector | Enterprise Compliance | Hybrid (US & Canada Locations) Posting End Date: March 3, 2026 Employee Type: Regular Full-Time Union/Non: Non-Union Join a Leading North American Energy Company Enbridge is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel – Ethics, Compliance & Investigations to support and enhance our Enterprise Compliance Program . This senior-level in-house legal role is ideal for an experienced compliance attorney, investigations counsel, or regulatory lawyer with a strong background in corporate governance, internal investigations, and risk management within complex, multi-jurisdictional organizations. This position plays a critical leadership role in advancing ethics, compliance oversight, regulatory risk mitigation, and investigative excellence across our North American operations. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, hybrid flexibility, and long-term career growth within the energy and infrastructure sector. Position Overview Reporting to the Investigations Associate General Counsel, the Senior Legal Counsel will: Lead and conduct internal investigations into allegations of ethics, compliance, misconduct, fraud, and regulatory violations Oversee and enhance components of the Enterprise Ethics & Compliance Program Establish and strengthen compliance standards, internal controls, and investigative procedures Implement proactive compliance monitoring and risk assessment strategies Support regulatory compliance across U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions Leverage data analytics and compliance technology tools to identify trends, risk areas, and improvement opportunities Partner cross-functionally to mitigate legal and operational risk This role is ideal for legal professionals experienced in corporate compliance, governance, energy regulation, ESG oversight, and enterprise investigations . Key Responsibilities Ethics & Compliance Investigations Conduct and manage complex internal investigations, including whistleblower and hotline matters Ensure investigations are effective, consistent, and defensible

We are seeking a highly skilled mid-level to senior corporate associate to join our market-leading Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) practice . Our team advises public companies, private corporations, private equity funds, institutional investors, high-growth businesses, and government entities across diverse industry sectors. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced M&A lawyer who thrives on sophisticated deal work, values collaboration, and enjoys leading complex transactions in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. About the Role As an M&A Associate, you will: Advise on domestic and cross-border public and private M&A transactions Lead transaction workstreams and manage deal execution Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and related corporate documentation Conduct and oversee due diligence processes Work closely with tax, competition, regulatory, finance, and other practice specialists Provide strategic counsel to boards, executives, and investment professionals You will assume significant responsibility on transactions while collaborating with senior partners and multidisciplinary teams. Required Experience & Qualifications 5–7 years of corporate transactional experience at a leading Canadian or international law firm Substantial experience advising on both public and private M&A transactions Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario Outstanding academic credentials Demonstrated leadership on transaction teams Key Skills Advanced drafting and negotiation skills Strong commercial judgment and business acumen Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously Excellent client service orientation Strong communication and interpersonal skills Collaborative, team-driven mindset Who You Are You are a driven and detail-oriented M&A lawyer who: Enjoys solving complex corporate law challenges Takes ownership of transactions from start to finish Thrives in a collaborative, large-firm environment Brings professionalism, positivity, and a strong work ethic to every engagement Application Process Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, résumé, and academic transcripts in confidence to: Claire Chapman Acting Director, Legal Recruitment & Student Development We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible workplace and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

Assistant Vice President, Legal Counsel & Compliance Officer (12-Month Contract) | Munich Re Canada | Toronto (Hybrid) Salary Range: $158,500 – $190,500 annually Location: Toronto, Ontario Work Model: Hybrid About the Opportunity Munich Re is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Legal Counsel & Compliance Officer for a 12-month contract. This role supports corporate legal and regulatory compliance functions across reinsurance and insurance operations, working with internal business units and global stakeholders. The position focuses on advisory work — not litigation — providing practical legal guidance on regulatory, corporate, market conduct, and privacy matters within a sophisticated financial services environment. Role Responsibilities Corporate Legal Advisory Provide practical legal advice across reinsurance, insurance distribution, privacy, and regulatory matters Draft and review agreements, reinsurance treaties, and internal governance policies Support internal teams in identifying and managing legal risk Compliance & Regulatory Oversight Help maintain regulatory compliance management frameworks Monitor compliance activities across departments Ensure reporting obligations to regulators and internal group stakeholders are satisfied Recommend updates to policies and procedures in response to regulatory changes Risk Management Collaboration Partner with risk and compliance teams to address operational and regulatory risk Assist leadership in maintaining a strong compliance culture (“tone from the top”) Track compliance initiatives and report progress to senior leadership Cross-Functional Coordination Work closely with Legal, Compliance, and Risk colleagues locally and globally Support corporate governance and internal compliance monitoring activities Required Qualifications LL.B. or J.D. degree Member in good standing with the Ontario bar Minimum 5 years of legal experience Experience in regulatory, insurance/reinsurance, corporate, or transactional law Core Skills Strong drafting and advisory capabilities Excellent communication and stakeholder management Analytical and problem-solving expertise Ability to work independently in a fast-paced corporate environment Strong organizational and time-management skills Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency Asset: French language fluency What You’ll Gain Exposure to global insurance and reinsurance operations Collaboration with international legal and compliance teams Career-building experience within a leading financial services organization Hybrid workplace flexibility and professional development opportunities Workplace & Inclusion This Toronto-based hybrid role offers a collaborative office environment combined with remote flexibility. Munich Re Canada is committed to an inclusive workplace and provides accommodations throughout the recruitment process. This opportunity is well suited to a mid-level corporate or regulatory lawyer seeking in-house experience in the insurance or reinsurance sector while expanding compliance expertise in a globally recognized organization.