Team Manager

Description:

The Law Society of Ontario (LSO) is seeking a Team Manager, Investigation Services to lead a multi-disciplinary team in conducting investigations related to professional conduct, competence, and capacity of Licensees. This role involves managing high-profile cases involving mortgage fraud, syndicated mortgages, real estate-related financial issues, and trust fund mismanagement.

This position requires a strategic leader with expertise in forensic auditing, legal investigations, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will provide oversight on complex cases, ensuring evidence-based, timely investigations aligned with the Society’s standards.

Key Responsibilities:

🔍 Investigation & Case Management:

• Oversee investigations related to mortgage fraud, real estate finance, trust funds, and financial mismanagement

• Manage investigation processes, caseload assignments, and risk assessments

• Ensure sound evidence collection and compliance with prosecutorial standards

• Provide guidance on high-profile and complex investigations

• Conduct quality assurance and risk management in investigations

👥 Leadership & Team Management:

• Supervise Forensic Auditors, Investigation Counsel, and Investigators

• Provide mentorship, performance evaluation, and staff development

• Oversee hiring, training, and performance management of the investigation team

• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment

📈 Regulatory & Policy Compliance:

• Develop and implement investigation policies and procedures

• Monitor legal trends in regulatory enforcement and adapt strategies accordingly

• Collaborate with senior management on policy development and operational improvements

• Represent LSO in external meetings and regulatory discussions

⚖ Legal & Financial Expertise:

• Strong understanding of civil and criminal law procedures, rules of evidence, and prosecutorial standards

• Knowledge of real estate, estates law, financial crimes, and forensic auditing

• Ensure investigations align with regulatory standards and legal best practices

Qualifications & Skills:

✅ Education: LLB/JD and membership in good standing with the Law Society OR a professional accounting designation
✅ Experience:

• 10+ years in investigations within a regulatory/legal environment

• 5+ years in a leadership role
  ✅ Technical Skills:

• Expertise in investigative processes, forensic auditing, and regulatory compliance

• Strong knowledge of legal procedures and financial fraud investigations

• Proficiency in data analysis, case management, and legal research tools
  ✅ Preferred Qualification: Real estate law, estates law, criminal law, or private practice experience

Why Join the Law Society of Ontario?

🏛 Work in a leading regulatory body protecting professional standards
📢 Opportunity to lead high-impact investigations in financial and legal sectors
🏆 Competitive salary, benefits, and career growth opportunities
📡 Hybrid working model for flexibility and work-life balance