Corporate Lawyer (Remote)

MedaNova is a leading Canadian provider of independent medical assessment, occupational health, rehabilitation, disability management, and related professional services to insurers, employers, law firms, government agencies, and other organizations across Canada.

MedaNova is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join its legal department on a full-time, remote basis. Preference will be given to candidates admitted to practice in Quebec or Ontario and who are proficient in both English and French. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, this role will support all aspects of the Company's legal affairs and work closely with business leaders across Canada.

Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide variety of commercial agreements, including customer, supplier, service, consulting, confidentiality, software, and technology agreements.

Provide timely and practical legal advice to business leaders and operational teams.

Assist with privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, and information governance matters.

Support employment-related matters, including employment agreements, workplace policies, accommodations, investigations, and terminations.

Conduct legal research and prepare practical legal advice for internal stakeholders.

Assist with regulatory, compliance, and risk-management matters.

Support mergers, acquisitions, business integrations, and other strategic transactions, including legal due diligence and document review.

Coordinate with external counsel on litigation, employment, regulatory, and commercial matters.

Assist with corporate governance, corporate records maintenance, and subsidiary management.

Review and develop corporate policies and compliance programs.

Identify legal risks and provide practical, business-oriented solutions.

Support the General Counsel on special projects and other legal matters as required.

Juris Doctor (JD), Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Licence en droit (LL.L), or equivalent law degree from an accredited law school.

Member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario or the Barreau du Quebec. Approximately 2-4 years of post-call legal experience.

Experience practicing at a recognized regional or national law firm is strongly preferred.

Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.

Experience with privacy, data protection, healthcare, employment, technology, or regulatory matters is considered an asset.

Professional working proficiency in both English and French is strongly preferred.

Communicates legal advice in a practical, business-oriented manner.

Effectively balances legal risk with commercial objectives.

Strong analytical, drafting, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to identify risks and recommend practical solutions.

Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn new areas of law.

Sound commercial judgment.

Bilingualism (English/French) is a significant asset.

Competitive salary of $120,000-$145,000 CAD*;

Annual performance bonus opportunity;

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits;

Employer-sponsored retirement savings program;

Paid vacation and personal days;

Professional dues and continuing legal education reimbursement;

Long-term career development and mentorship opportunities;

Fully remote work environment.

MedaNova is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affords equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to protected veteran status, qualified individuals with disabilities and all individuals without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or any other status protected under provincial or federal laws.

MedaNova is a leading provider of independent medical assessments and health-focused services designed to support Canadians across every province. Whether delivered in person or virtually, our assessments and treatment programs are rooted in clinical integrity, cultural sensitivity, and an unwavering commitment to quality.

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