Construction and Contracts Law Clerk, Airports Authority; GTAA

Construction and Contracts Law Clerk, Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) – Toronto

February 17, 2026

Toronto Pearson is transforming. Now’s the time for your career to fly. The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 1,900 GTAA employees are working to create a next‑generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners.

Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.

What’s in it for you? An opportunity to grow, develop, and thrive within a dynamic, fast‑growing company alongside thoughtful and passionate individuals dedicated to their work and community. Comprehensive benefits, including a flexible retirement program with employer matching, voluntary savings options (RRSP, TFSA, and Non‑Registered Savings Plans). A flexible hybrid work environment, continuous internal and external learning opportunities, and a meaningful reward and recognition program.

• Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, responsible for drafting, negotiating, and editing contracts and related documents including amendments, statements of work, corporate policies, and other commercial materials while also managing construction litigation files, disputes, and responding to construction contract claims. The position includes reviewing, analyzing, and reporting on relevant legislation and case law for use by the legal department and business units.
• Promoting, maintaining, and enhancing the contract lifecycle management system as well as the lien/holdback process and database.
• Supporting outreach and education initiatives to ensure business units understand their legal duties and responsibilities.
• Draft, negotiate, and edit commercial agreements including competitive bidding documents (e.g., requests for proposals or tender documents), letters, contract amendments, and other legal documents as required.
• Assist with the drafting, negotiation, and interpretation of construction contracts, project delivery documents, and related procurement instruments.
• Assist with interpreting the Construction Act, including prompt payment, holdbacks, liens, and related statutory procedures.
• Assist in managing construction‑related disputes, including delay claims, change order disputes, deficiencies, non‑payment issues, and alleged breaches of contract and statutory compliance procedures.
• Promote and support the contract lifecycle management system by identifying needs and working with business partners to input contracts.
• Review, revise, and ensure consistency among corporate policies.
• Work with business groups to create and administer protocols and processes related to regulatory obligations or legal processes/tracking.
• Manage responsibilities independently, reporting to Legal Counsel as required.
• Summarize case law and new legislation by reviewing Lexis+, Can LII, other legal references, and law firm updates, and preparing summaries analyzing applicability and impact to the GTAA.
• Provide outreach and education to business units on legal duties and responsibilities as needs arise.
• Participate in business group meetings and contribute meaningful insight.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, including collaborating with legal assistants and lawyers on record and matter management.

• 5 years of experience in a law firm or in‑house legal department as a Law Clerk specializing in construction and/or corporate and commercial matters.
• Experience in working with construction contract‑related disputes preferred.
• Post‑secondary Law Clerk diploma, Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO) Certificate, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Good standing as a Paralegal with the Law…