Manager, Legal Compliance

Seneca Polytechnic at a Glance

At Seneca Polytechnic, we are committed to providing great education, exceptional student experiences, and strong partnerships that support our communities and industries. Every role at Seneca contributes to student success, whether through teaching, operational excellence, innovation, or institutional leadership.

As Manager, Legal Compliance, you will play a key role in supporting the agreements, partnerships, and procurement activities that enable Seneca to deliver high-quality learning experiences and services. This is a unique opportunity to work across a wide range of academic and administrative areas, providing legal compliance expertise, contract management support, and strategic guidance that helps protect and advance the institution's interests. This role offers meaningful exposure to complex institutional agreements, procurement initiatives, and cross-functional projects, providing the opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic post-secondary environment.

Responsibilities

Compliance & Risk Management

• Review, draft, negotiate, and manage a broad range of contracts, agreements, and terms and conditions to support Seneca's academic and administrative operations
• Ensure contractual activities align with legislative requirements, institutional policies, and recognized best practices
• Monitor and assess legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements that may impact the institution
• Identify potential legal and operational risks and recommend practical mitigation strategies
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of compliance-related policies, procedures, and governance practices
• Coordinate with external legal counsel when specialized legal advice or support is required

Stakeholder Education & Strategic Advisory

• Provide guidance, training, and advice to academic and administrative leaders on contractual, compliance, and risk-related matters
• Support decision-making by offering practical recommendations that balance legal requirements with operational objectives
• Collaborate closely with Procurement to support competitive procurement processes, contract negotiations, and supplier agreements
• Support complex procurement initiatives by reviewing contractual documents and advising on legal and commercial considerations
• Assist with the management of litigation matters, including coordinating documentation, supporting legal processes, and communicating updates to leadership
• Contribute to institutional initiatives, corporate training agreements, partnership arrangements, and other projects that advance Seneca's strategic objectives
• Build strong relationships across departments and serve as a trusted advisor on emerging legal, regulatory, and institutional issues

What You Bring to Seneca

• 5 year’s + experience reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts, agreements, and legal documentation
• A university degree in Law, Business, Public Administration, Commerce, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A LLB, JD, LLM, or equivalent legal education is preferred
• Strong knowledge of legal compliance, contract management, risk assessment, or related areas
• Experience working within post-secondary education, public-sector organizations, procurement environments, or highly regulated sectors is considered a strong asset
• Knowledge of public procurement principles and related legislation is a strong asset
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse business functions
• Sound judgment, strong analytical skills, and the ability to balance legal, operational, and business considerations
• A collaborative and solutions-focused approach, with a commitment to supporting institutional excellence and student success