Corporate Counsel-Remote within Canada (Ontario, ON, CA)

Role Summary

Req ID: 364478

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Corporate Counsel-Remote within Canada to join our team in Ontario, Ontario (CA-ON), Canada (CA).

Job Title: Corporate Counsel-Remote within Canada

Req ID: 364478

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Corporate Counsel-Remote within Canada to join our team in Ontario, Ontario (CA-ON), Canada (CA).

Canadian Corporate Counsel (Senior Specialist Advisor)

At NTT DATA North America, we know that with the right people on board, anything is possible. The quality, integrity, and commitment of our employees are key factors in our company’s growth, market presence and ability to help our clients stay ahead of the competition. By hiring the best people and helping them grow both professionally and personally, we ensure a bright future for NTT DATA North America and for the people who work here.

NTT DATA America seeks a Canadian Corporate Counsel to join our Legal Department’s Employment Law team. Working closely with senior legal counsel, Human Resources, Compliance, and business leaders, the Junior Legal Counsel will provide practical legal advice on Canadian employment matters, workplace investigations, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and related legal issues. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a wide range of legal and business matters while helping the organization manage risk and maintain compliance with applicable laws and company policies.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include

• Provide day-to-day legal support on Canadian employment law matters, including hiring, discipline, accommodations, leaves of absence, workplace policies, employee relations, and terminations.
• Assist Human Resources and management with workplace investigations and employment-related disputes.
• Support compliance initiatives, including policy development, training programs, regulatory compliance reviews, and internal investigations.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting employment, privacy, and compliance obligations in Canada.
• Review, draft, and update employment-related agreements, policies, notices, and other legal documents.
• Assist with responses to employment claims, government inquiries, and regulatory matters.
• Support corporate governance and entity management activities for Canadian operations.
• Conduct legal research and prepare practical guidance for business stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal legal teams, HR professionals, compliance personnel, and business leaders across North America.
• Assist senior counsel with special projects and other legal matters as assigned.

Provide day-to-day legal support regarding Canadian employment law, including hiring, disciplinary action, accommodation, leave, workplace policies, employee relations and terminations. Assist Human Resources and management with workplace investigations and employment-related disputes. Support compliance initiatives, including policy development, training programs, regulatory compliance reviews and investigations Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting employment, privacy and compliance obligations in Canada. Review, draft and update employment-related agreements, policies, notices and other legal documents. Assist in responding to employment claims, government inquiries and regulatory questions. Support corporate governance and entity management activities for Canadian operations. Conduct legal research and prepare practical guidance for business stakeholders. Collaborate with in-house legal teams, HR professionals, compliance staff and business leaders across North America. Assist senior legal advisors on special projects and other legal matters as needed.

Requirements

• Law degree (JD, LLB, or equivalent) and membership in good standing with a Canadian provincial law society.
• 1–4 years of legal experience, preferably in employment law, labor law, compliance, litigation, or general corporate practice.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and drafting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound judgment, professionalism, and a practical, business-focused approach to legal issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Canadian employment law matters in-house or at a law firm.
• Familiarity with workplace investigations and employee relations matters.
• Knowledge of compliance programs, ethics, privacy, or regulatory requirements.
• French written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working within a large, multinational organization.

Experience with a unionized employee population

General familiarity with Canada public sector law (Federal and Provincial)

Qualifications required

Degree in law (J.D., LL.B. or equivalent) and registration in good standing with a Canadian provincial bar. 1 to 4 years of legal experience, preferably in employment law, labor relations law, compliance, litigation or general corporate law practice. Strong legal research, analytical and writing skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Good judgment, professionalism and practical, business-oriented approach to legal matters. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Desired qualifications

Experience supporting Canadian labor law matters in a business or law firm. Knowledge of workplace investigations and employee relations matters. Knowledge of compliance, ethics, privacy programs or regulatory requirements. Written and verbal communication skills in French. Experience within a large multinational organization. Experience with a unionized employee population. General knowledge of the Canadian public sector law (federal and provincial).

• The expected salary range for this position is $111,892 - $167,838 CAD
• Titre du poste: Conseiller juridique d’entreprise – Télétravail au Canada
• No de référence : 364478
• NTT DATA s’efforce de recruter des personnes exceptionnelles, innovantes et passionnées qui souhaitent évoluer avec nous. Si vous désirez faire partie d’une organisation inclusive, adaptable et tournée vers l’avenir, postulez dès maintenant.
• We are currently looking for a Corporate Legal Advisor – Teleworking in Canada to join our team in Ontario, Ontario (CA-ON), Canada (CA).

Canadian Corporate Legal Advisor (Senior Specialist Advisor)

At NTT DATA North America, we know that with the right people on board, anything is possible. The quality, integrity and commitment of our employees are key factors in the growth of our business, our presence in the market and our ability to help our customers stay ahead of the competition. By hiring top talent and helping them grow both professionally and personally, we ensure a bright future for NTT DATA North America and the people who work there.

NTT DATA America is seeking a Canadian Corporate Legal Advisor to join the employment law team in our Legal Department. Working closely with Senior Legal Advisors, Human Resources, Compliance and business leadership, the Junior Legal Advisor will provide practical legal advice on Canadian employment matters, workplace investigations, regulatory compliance, corporate governance and related legal matters. The successful candidate will be exposed to a broad range of legal and business issues while helping the organization manage risks and maintain compliance with applicable laws and company policies.

Location

This role may be performed remotely (within Canada) and/or from one of our Canadian hub offices in Burnaby, BC, Mississauga, ON, and Halifax.

Workplace

This position can be performed remotely (within Canada) and/or from one of our Canadian offices in Burnaby, BC, Mississauga, ON, and Halifax.

About the Company

Échelle salariale

L’échelle salariale prévue pour ce poste est de $111,892 - $167,838 CAD

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA , we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, .

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