Champion fair decisions that protect the public and uphold professional standards within the profession

We operate at a rare intersection, both regulator and membership body, responsible for upholding the integrity of the CPA designation while supporting more than 105,000 members and 19,000 students across the province. Our work sits between business and the public interest, between the evolving demands of industry and the standards that make trust possible. You are helping shape a profession that touches nearly every sector of the economy at a moment when expectations, technology, and the nature of work are all being rewritten.

The Adjudicative Tribunals

Counsel plays a pivotal role in supporting the integrity, fairness, and effectiveness of CPA Ontario's independent adjudicative process. As a trusted legal advisor, you will provide expert guidance on administrative law, evidence, and procedure across matters before the Discipline, Appeal, Admission and Registration, and Capacity Committees. Working at the intersection of skilled regulation and public interest, you will help shape tribunal practices, lead initiatives that advance adjudicative excellence, and drive continuous improvement in processes, policies, and procedures.

You will also provide leadership and mentorship within the Tribunals Office, supporting a team of legal professionals dedicated to upholding high standards of fairness, transparency, and accountability. Provide legal support to the Tribunals Office, and support adjudicators by advising on regulatory requirements as set out in the applicable governing documents, and by advising on complex legal matters. Assist with Adjudicative Committee Succession Planning and support the necessary onboarding, orientation, and continuing development for over 40 adjudicators, including developing and delivering content.

Tribunals Office Leadership

Represent the Tribunals Office in organization-wide consultations,



projects and initiatives. Lead the development of Tribunal templates, policies, procedures, guidelines, and practice directions. Support the creation and implementation of Tribunals Office processes and controls.

Doctor of Law (JD) or LLB (Bachelor of Law). You must be called to the bar and able to practice law in Ontario. Familiarity with or experience supporting a regulatory tribunal, including demonstrated in-depth professional regulatory knowledge and disciplinary processes.

Sound legal problem-solving and analysis skills regarding the application of regulations, bylaws, policies, and strategies.

Experience drafting, reading, and comprehending legislation and other governing documents in administrative law, including rules, and administrative tribunal or court decisions and procedures, and the ability to summarize complex information clearly and concisely.

Experience working with senior leaders, including providing legal determinations and advice. Prior experience reporting on KPIs to senior levels of an organization would be an asset. Actual salary offered will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

We are committed to inclusion as a core part of how we operate, not as an afterthought. We have a hybrid working environment, with three days a week on-site, complemented by 2 days of remote working. We want those days you work from home to be comfortable and offer a one-time bonus towards a home office when you start.

We invest in your growth through learning and professional development opportunities, stretch projects, secondments, and genuine paths for career progression. At CPA Ontario, we are committed to building high-performance teams. Accommodation is available under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please email [email protected] with “Accommodation Required” in the subject line to provide you contact information.

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