Legal Counsel jobs in Canada

Updated November 5, 2026

Find legal counsel jobs in Canada from company career pages, all in one list, including roles that never reach LinkedIn or Indeed. Employers also post this role as Corporate Counsel, General Counsel, Commercial Counsel and Product Counsel.

Latest Legal Counsel jobs in Canada

Legal Counsel jobs in Canada at a glance

Companies hiring
AtkinsRéalis UK, Intact Financial, HCPD, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario - Ottawa Children's Treatment Centre, IA Financial Services and TransUnion
Cities
Toronto, CAN, Calgary, Saint John and Burlington
Work setup
Hybrid, remote and on-site
Levels
Entry level to lead
Job types
Full-time
Skills in demand
Organizational skills, Compliance, Negotiation, Corporate governance, Interpersonal skills, Data protection, Communication, Legal Research
Posted pay
CA$131K–CA$166K a year

Based on the newest listings. Not every posting states pay, level, or skills.

About Legal Counsel jobs

Legal counsel are in-house lawyers who advise their company on contracts, products, employment, privacy, and disputes.

Also posted as

  • Corporate Counsel
  • General Counsel
  • Commercial Counsel
  • Product Counsel
  • Senior Legal Counsel

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Legal Counsel jobs in Canada: questions

Where can I find Legal Counsel jobs in Canada?

JobLookout collects Legal Counsel openings in Canada from company career pages and puts them in one list, including roles that never get posted on LinkedIn or Indeed. Open a role and apply on the company's career page.

Which companies have Legal Counsel jobs in Canada?

Recent listings include roles at AtkinsRéalis UK, Intact Financial, HCPD, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario - Ottawa Children's Treatment Centre, IA Financial Services and TransUnion. The company name is on every listing, so you always know who is hiring.

Where in Canada are Legal Counsel jobs?

Recent listings are in Toronto, CAN, Calgary, Saint John and Burlington, plus remote roles open to people based in Canada.

Are there remote Legal Counsel jobs in Canada?

Yes. Recent remote listings include roles at Allstate Insurance Co, Docebo and Teladoc Health. Hybrid and on-site roles are listed too. The work-mode filter narrows the list to remote only.

What skills do Legal Counsel jobs in Canada ask for?

Skills that come up most in recent listings: Organizational skills, Compliance, Negotiation, Corporate governance, Interpersonal skills, Data protection, Communication, Legal Research. Each posting lists its own requirements, so read the full description before you apply.

How much do Legal Counsel jobs in Canada pay?

Among recent listings that show pay, the typical posted range is CA$131K–CA$166K a year. Many postings leave pay out, and the range depends on level and location.

What job titles count as Legal Counsel?

This list groups related titles, including Corporate Counsel, General Counsel, Commercial Counsel, Product Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel, so you are not searching one keyword at a time.

Can I find entry-level or senior Legal Counsel jobs in Canada?

Recent listings range from entry level to lead. Experience level is a filter, from intern and new grad through entry, mid, senior, lead, and director, so you only see Legal Counsel roles at your level.

Are there part-time, contract, or internship Legal Counsel roles in Canada?

Employment type is its own filter: full-time, part-time, contract, and internship. Pick the one you want and the rest drop out of your list.

Are these only jobs in Canada?

Yes. This page is Legal Counsel openings located in Canada, including remote roles that still require Canada.

Can I see Legal Counsel jobs in other countries?

Yes. Legal Counsel jobs are also listed for United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, India and Australia. You can switch the country at any time.

What should I check in a Legal Counsel job posting?

Worth checking before you apply: practice area and the kind of matters in a normal month; bar or admission requirements; in-house counsel versus a firm-style seat inside a company.

How do I apply to Legal Counsel jobs in Canada?

Open a role from your list and follow its apply link to the company's career page. You complete the application there.

How often are Legal Counsel jobs in Canada updated?

This page refreshes every hour, and new openings are added as they appear on company career pages. Sort the full list by date to see the newest first.

Do I need an account to browse Legal Counsel jobs in Canada?

No. You can open the list, read a role, and apply on the company site without an account. An account is only used for saved jobs, Copilot, and the resume tools.

Can JobLookout help with my resume for Legal Counsel jobs?

Yes. Paid plans include resume tools, including tailoring your resume to a specific posting before you apply.

What roles are similar to Legal Counsel?

Similar roles include Attorney / Lawyer, Paralegal / Legal Assistant and Compliance Officer.