Job ID: 1008
Position Type: Non-Union Permanent
Department: Legal Services
Job Posting Close Date: 11/20/2026
OverviewWe are currently seeking a collaborative and energetic individual with a keen interest in administrative and energy law to join the Legal Services division as counsel, to provide legal advice, act as hearing counsel, conduct legal research, draft legal and regulatory documents and support the OEB's business operations. Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Ontario. At least two years post-call legal experience is preferred.
Responsibilities- Provide timely legal advice and support to internal clients including Commissioners, executives and staff, on matters such as administrative law, policy development and implementation, consumer protection, compliance and enforcement, corporate legal matters, and communications
- Participate as counsel in hearings on rates and other matters before the OEB
- Represent the OEB (or work with external counsel) on appeals, judicial review applications and other litigation
- Prepare reports, presentations and general legal correspondence as required, with ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences
Qualifications- Law degree (JD or LLB) from an accredited law school
- Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- Expertise in administrative law, ideally in relation to the regulation of the electricity and natural gas sectors
- Excellent communication and advocacy skills
- Diplomacy and strong interpersonal skills
- Sound judgment and ability to balance competing priorities and deliver within short timelines
- Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
This job posting represents an existing vacancy.
