Legal Director

Legal Director
Why join Chubb Fire and Security? At Chubb Fire and Security Canada powered by API Group, we provide cutting‑edge fire safety and security solutions to protect what matters to most to our clients across the nation. As a trusted leader in the fire and security industry, we have built a reputation for excellence, reliability, and innovation. Joining our team means being part of a leading provider of fire safety and security solutions, with opportunities for growth and advancement.

As Leaders, we recognize that our success happens only when our Branches and Field Leaders are successful. Our mission is to go the extra mile for our customers and our industry. We lead the way in designing, delivering and supporting safe, reliable and innovative solutions.

Role Summary
The Legal Director plays a vital role in managing and mitigating legal risk across our operations. You will provide expert legal advice to executive leadership and operational teams, draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts, manage disputes, litigation, claims, and regulatory matters, and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and industry standards. You will serve as a strategic partner, proactively identifying legal challenges and offering pragmatic solutions that support business objectives.

You will be expected to support APi Group Canada companies (Chubb, SMC, Vipond Inc.).

Stakeholders

President

CFO

Vice Presidents

Regional/Branch Managers

Director of People

Risk Management Team

Other corporate functional teams

Job Responsibilities

Legal Advice and Counseling:  Provide sound, practical legal advice to leadership and operational teams on all areas impacting the business, including construction law, fire and security system regulations, contract law, labour and employment law, health and safety, intellectual property, immigration, and data privacy.

Contract Management:  Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements such as building services’ contracts, supplier/vendor contracts, subcontracts, and NDAs; train operational teams on reviewing contracts.

Labour and Employment:  Draft and review agreements and templates during a teammate’s employment cycle (employment, separation and confidentiality); provide guidance and advice on labour relations and collective bargaining, including the interpretation and administration of union contracts, grievance procedures, and negotiations with union representatives; provide counsel to leaders and People Team on topics such as harassment/discrimination prevention, accommodations, and regulatory changes.

Regulatory Compliance:  Stay current on applicable laws, statutory and regulatory requirements; develop and implement policies and training to ensure ongoing compliance.

Dispute Management:  Manage and resolve complex disputes and litigation— including commercial disputes, insurance claims, and employment matters— liaising with the Risk Management team and managing external counsel where necessary.

Risk Management:

Advise on risk exposure and mitigation strategies - review and update standard contract templates to align with changes in law and best practices.

Corporate Governance:  Support the company with secretarial matters, including corporate entity management, corporate resolutions, policy drafting, and ensuring sound corporate governance practices.

Administrative Functions:  Perform administrative and management functions related to the in‑house practice of law.

Stakeholder Engagement:  Develop effective relationships with internal clients, senior management, and external advisors to support business needs and ensure consistent application of company standards.

Team Leadership:  Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, and adherence to company policies - contribute to process improvements and best practice sharing across the legal function and broader business.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree. Member in good standing of a Canadian provincial bar (Ontario preferred).

Experience:

Minimum 10+ years’ progressive experience, preferably including in‑house legal roles within the building services or…