Lead legal counsel work at CHEO Research Institute in Ottawa, combining contract negotiation with governance expertise in a hybrid environment.

This full-time permanent position provides primary legal counsel across health research, pharmaceutical, intellectual property, employment, and commercial matters. You will advise executives, researchers, clinicians, operational teams, and external partners. The work supports compliance, risk management, governance, and cutting-edge child health research. The position reports to the Chief Executive Officer and Director, Research Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret complex research and commercial agreements
- Identify legal risks and develop aligned mitigation strategies
- Support Board processes, policies, records, and regulatory compliance




- Lead and develop contracts and governance professionals
- Provide education, guidance, and training to stakeholders

Requirements:

- Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws from an accredited law school
- Minimum five years’ progressive regulated-sector legal experience
- Exceptional contract drafting, negotiation, and advisory skills
- Governance, compliance, risk management, and Board advisory experience
- Good standing with the Law Society of Ontario

Bring strategic legal advice, contract leadership, and governance judgment to CHEO Research Institute’s Ottawa research community.

📌 Legal Counsel Contracts Governance Manager (Ottawa)
🏢 CHEO Research Institute
📍 Ottawa