Title: Senior Legal Counsel (*1 Year Contract*) 

Reports to: SVP, Legal and Corporate Secretary  

Position Summary: The Senior Legal Counsel has responsibility for assisting the Legal Department in matters relating to corporate, commercial, securities, and real estate transactions and compliance with applicable laws.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice to CAPREIT and its affiliates
• Assist the SVP, Legal with the overall management of the legal function and legal affairs of CAPREIT and its affiliates
• Work with the Investment Department and the Chief Investment Officer to negotiate, manage, and close real estate transactions
• Review and draft contracts to support the operations and corporate services departments
• Draft and review continuous disclosure documents as required by applicable securities laws  
• Assist with managing litigation claims
• Work with the Risk and Compliance Department to identify areas of risk and ensure reasonable risk management of business dealings
• Work with corporate service departments to standardize contracts and letters of engagement and respond to queries on an ad hoc basis
• Work with operations teams to draft template notices, releases, and other standard documents and respond to queries on an ad hoc basis
• Advise on enterprise-wide projects
• Assist in preparing reports and memorandums to the Board of Trustees on legal matters
• Work with external counsel as required
• Other duties as may be required

Skills & Requirements:

• Law degree from a recognized Canadian law school
• At least 5 years experience post-call at a law firm with knowledge of corporate, commercial, securities and mergers and acquisitions.  Exposure to real estate will be a strong asset.
• Must be able to identify issues, keep abreast of legislative changes and legal developments and maintain good connections with key external counsel and firms
• High level of organization
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications:

• Licensed lawyer, Ontario bar, with 5+ years of experience post-call
• Strong, adaptable and flexible team player
• Ability to speak French is an asset

Compensation & Work Arrangement:

• Competitive Base Salary between $150,000 - $200,000.
• Hybrid Work Model: Minimum 4 days a week in the office (Monday to Thursday).