Status: Contract (Up to 12 Months) Temporary Full Time
Working Conditions: On-site
Education Level: Graduated from a common law program offered by a law school in Canada or otherwise eligible to article pursuant to the requirements of the Law Society of Ontario, as of the start date.
Base Location: Oshawa, ON
Temporary Work Location: Toronto, ON
Shifts(s): Day
Travel: None
Deadline to Apply: June 26, 2026 at 5:00PM
Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $98,500.00 Annually
*The salary range listed reflects the full compensation band for this position. For articling student hires, the salary is established at $80,000 annually.
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JOB OVERVIEW
OPG is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of Articling Student-Law.
Reporting to senior counsel, OPG articling students will work alongside lawyers across our two main practice groups: Corporate/Commercial and Regulatory/Litigation. Our practice areas include commercial contracting, nuclear regulatory law, construction/infrastructure law, labour/employment law, environmental law, Indigenous relations, and procurement. You will work hand-in-hand with our lawyers and business groups to assess legal issues and develop business strategies for OPG. Our lawyers will support you in taking on as much responsibility as you can handle - you might even take the lead on some matters.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Corporate and commercial transactions, including the purchase and sale of various equipment, commodities, real estate, fuel, services, and electricity
contract negotiations and drafting - Research and preparation of legal memoranda in connection with various legislation, regulations, licenses, permits and approvals governing our operations
- Preparation for hearings before various administrative tribunals, including the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission and the Ontario Energy Board
- Environmental compliance issues that arise in relation to nuclear, thermal and hydroelectric power generation
- Drafting pleadings, affidavits and factums
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduated from a common law program offered by a law school in Canada or otherwise eligible to article pursuant to the requirements of the Law Society of Ontario, as of the start date
- A track record of academic excellence including demonstrated leadership skills and initiative, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with others
- A results-oriented focus and the ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment with a demonstrated ability to effectively manage several projects simultaneously
- Strong verbal communication skills; ability to influence and communicate effectively across the company and externally at all levels
- Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and a proven ability to work in a complex, regulated corporate environment
- Superior writing skills, including the ability to compile information from research, case files or verbal direction, in order to draft documentation
- Proficient with the use of information technology tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Westlaw, and Quicklaw
Ontario Power Generation
700 University Ave
Toronto
Ontario Canada
www.opg.com
