legal advisor

POSITION SUMMARY: The Legal Counsel & Compliance Advisor serves as the primary legal and compliance resource for Mobis Parts Canada Corporation (MPCA). Reporting to the Head of Department, Senior Manager, Process Improvement & Compliance, this position provides legal guidance and compliance support across commercial, corporate, governance, employment, regulatory, insurance, and risk management matters. The role works closely with management and business stakeholders to identify and mitigate legal and compliance risks while ensuring that the organization operates in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies. The successful candidate will provide practical business-focused legal advice, manage external legal counsel where necessary, and support the company's governance and compliance initiatives. This position is intended for an experienced legal professional capable of operating independently with minimal supervision while serving as a trusted advisor to management. This position is structured as a part-time role of approximately 22.5 hours per week (3 days per week), offering flexibility and autonomy while enabling the successful candidate to serve as the organization's primary legal and compliance advisor. The role may be particularly appealing to a seasoned legal professional seeking a flexible schedule while continuing to make a meaningful strategic and operational impact. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Legal Advisory Services: Provide legal advice and guidance to management and various business departments. Interpret and advise on applicable laws, regulations, and legal requirements affecting the organization. Identify legal risks and recommend practical solutions that support business objectives. Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions, memoranda, and risk assessments. Support strategic business initiatives and special projects requiring legal review. Contract Review and Management: Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret commercial agreements, including: Vendor and supplier agreements. Service agreements. Transportation and logistics contracts. Warehousing and facility-related agreements. Non-disclosure agreements. Software and technology agreements. Consulting and professional services agreements. Review contractual liability, indemnification, limitation of liability, insurance, and risk transfer provisions. Maintain contract templates and support contract management processes. Compliance and Regulatory Affairs: Monitor changes in legislation and regulatory requirements affecting the organization. Develop, maintain, and enforce corporate compliance programs and policies. Support regulatory filings and reporting requirements. Conduct compliance reviews and assessments. Coordinate internal investigations related to compliance, ethics, or regulatory matters. Provide compliance training and awareness programs for employees. Corporate Governance: Support corporate governance activities and maintenance of corporate records. Assist with corporate secretarial matters and regulatory filings. Support Board and shareholder-related governance activities. Maintain governance policies and documentation. Employment and Human Resources Support: Provide legal guidance on employment-related matters. Review employment agreements and workplace policies in partnership with Human Resources. Advise on workplace investigations, employee relations, Location Markham , ON Work location On site Salary $ 80,000 to $ 110,000 YEAR annually Terms of employment Part time Starts as soon as possible vacancies 1 vacancy Source Talent.com #631965222931202563 Various locations Markham, ON