Affordable Housing Lawyer (Contract Position)

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Salary Range: $155,179.70 to $189,505.42 (Commensurate with experience)

The Legal Services Division of the City of Toronto is seeking an affordable housing lawyer. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience for a one-year contract position.

You will provide legal support to the City’s Housing Secretariat with respect to the procuring, financing, development and operation of affordable housing projects in the City of Toronto. You should have demonstrated experience in these areas, including negotiating, drafting, and advising on contracts and complex leases in respect of these matters. You will be familiar with associated areas of law, including real estate, financing and procurement law. Experience in government is an asset, but not essential.

You must be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as negotiation skills, with a demonstrated ability to provide sound legal advice, information and direction to senior management and staff.

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. The City is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Forward a cover letter and resume by July 21, 2023 to:

Jane Burton, Deputy Director, Municipal Law

55 John Street, 25th floor, Metro Hall, Toronto ON M5V 3C6.

Email: [email protected]

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted