Legal Counsel at BYD Canada

BYD

📍 toronto, on, Canada

Full-time Legal

Job Description

Shape legal strategy at BYD Canada as a Legal Counsel, overseeing compliance and commercial contracts. Provide strategic legal advice to management and support the growth of electric mobility.
In this senior role, you will be responsible for all legal matters impacting BYD's Canadian operations. You will guide senior management and business teams with practical legal insights across commercial agreements, regulatory compliance, and risk management. Ensure BYD’s expansion in the automotive sector meets all legal standards and requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
• Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements
• Provide daily legal counsel on risk management
• Oversee corporate compliance and governance programs
• Manage litigation and external legal coordination
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on business initiatives
Requirements:
• Juris Doctor degree and Bar admission required
• Minimum of 8 years’ in-house counsel experience
• Expertise i...
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