Legal & Regulatory Counsel

Our culture lifts you up—there is no ego in the way. Our common purpose? We all want to win for our customers. We aim to always be evolving, dynamic, and ambitious. We believe in the power of genuine connections. Each employee is a part of what makes us unique on the market: agile and dedicated.

Time Type:

Regular

Job Description :

Our culture is what inspires us, there’s no room for ego. Our shared goal?

We all want to win for our customers. We strive to remain constantly evolving, dynamic, and ambitious. We believe in the power of authentic connections. Every employee contributes to what makes us unique in the marketplace: agile and dedicated.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Legal & Regulatory Counsel with 3–5 years of experience to join our Legal & Regulatory team based in Montréal.

This role is ideal for a lawyer with experience gained in private practice and/or in-house, with a strong background in regulatory law, litigation, and dispute resolution.

The primary mandate of this position is to support the company's regulatory advocacy efforts and advise the business on developing regulatory proceedings in Canada and the United States. The successful candidate will also provide legal support on disputes and litigation across the business.

Beyond this core responsibility, the Legal & Regulatory Counsel will serve as a trusted advisor to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), providing practical legal and regulatory guidance across a broad range of business matters. While the role will primarily focus on Canadian work, it will also support selected U.S. legal and regulatory initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise the business on regulatory proceedings and policy developments in Canada and the United States.

• Support the company's regulatory advocacy strategy before regulators and other governmental bodies.

• Provide legal advice and strategic support on disputes, litigation, investigations, and related risk management matters.

• Manage external counsel and oversee litigation and regulatory matters to ensure efficient and effective outcomes.

• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, submissions, and correspondence related to regulatory and dispute matters.

• Partner with business leaders and cross-functional teams to identify legal and regulatory risks and develop practical, business-oriented solutions.

• Provide legal and regulatory advice to the Senior Leadership Team on a broad range of commercial, operational, and strategic initiatives.

• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and communicate their potential impact on the business.

• Support the broader Legal & Regulatory function on additional matters as business needs evolve.

Qualifications

• Law degree (LL.B., J.D., or equivalent) and membership in good standing with a Canadian provincial bar.

• 3–5 years of legal experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department.

• Experience in regulatory law, litigation, dispute resolution, or administrative law.Knowledge of Canadian regulatory frameworks; exposure to U.S. regulatory matters is considered an asset.

• Strong analytical, drafting, advocacy, and negotiation skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent judgment and a pragmatic, business-oriented approach to legal advice.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across the organization.

• Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset, given the Montréal-based role and the need to support stakeholders across North America.

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in a lean, collaborative Legal & Regulatory team supporting a dynamic North American business. The successful candidate will work on high- impact regulatory, litigation, and strategic legal matters while partnering closely with senior leadership on issues that directly influence the company's operations and long-term success

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Location :

Montréal, QC

Company :

Cogeco Communications Inc.

At Cogeco, we know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and beliefs can bring critical value to our business. The strength of this diversity enhances our ability to imagine, innovate, and grow as a company. So, we are committed to doing everything in our power to create a more diverse and inclusive world of belonging.

By creating a culture where all our colleagues can bring their best selves to work, we’re doing our part to build a more equitable workplace and world. From professional development to personal safety, Cogeco constantly strives to create an environment that welcomes and nurtures all. We make the health and well-being of our colleagues one of our highest priorities, for we know engaged and appreciated employees equate to a better overall experience for our customers.

If you need any accommodations to apply or as part of the recruitment process, please contact us confidentially at [email protected]