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About Visa Visa is a global innovator in digital payments, connecting consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and governments in more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to enable individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive by providing the most trusted and seamless way to pay and be paid. At Visa, your work has global reach. You’ll tackle complex challenges, expand your expertise, and contribute to solutions that power commerce worldwide. If you’re looking to make a measurable impact — on your career, your community, and the global economy — your journey starts here. Role Overview Visa is seeking a senior legal professional to provide strategic counsel on privacy, data protection, regulatory compliance, and complex commercial matters within the Canadian market. Key Responsibilities Advise on privacy and data governance matters, including regulatory compliance and risk mitigation Provide guidance on Canadian regulatory frameworks, including the Retail Payments Activities Act, the Code of Conduct for the Payment Card Industry in Canada, and financial services legislation affecting Visa’s clients (such as the Bank Act and OSFI guidance) Draft, review, and negotiate sophisticated commercial agreements and related legal documentation Interpret and advise on contractual rights and obligations, including dispute management and enforcement strategy Support ongoing regulatory compliance initiatives and manage aspects of Visa’s engagement with the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) and the Bank of Canada This is a hybrid position. In-office expectations will be discussed during the hiring process. Qualifications Minimum Requirements 10+ years of professional experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 8+ years of experience with an advanced degree (e.g., JD, MBA, Master’s); or 3+ years of experience with a PhD Preferred 10+ years of relevant legal experience with a Juris Doctor (JD), ideally in financial services, payments, or regulatory environments Additional Information Visa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics under applicable law. Visa is committed to accessibility and inclusion. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

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.