Join Charter Advocates Canada – Defend Fundamental Freedoms
Job Title: Constitutional Lawyer / Legislative Program Manager
Do you want to protect constitutional freedoms in the sphere of public policy?
Charter Advocates Canada (“CAC”) is seeking a motivated and experienced legal professional to lead our Legislative Program.
CAC’s Legislative Program seeks to uphold the constitutional rights and freedoms of Canadians by providing constructive input and public education on legislative, regulatory and policy initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor proposed legislation, regulations and policies across Canada
- Promptly identify constitutional concerns in government initiatives
- Prepare timely briefing notes on government initiatives
- Draft in-depth legal and constitutional analysis of significant initiatives
- Propose amendments to uphold Canadians’ constitutional rights
- Develop clear and concise materials to educate the public on government initiatives
- Prepare written submissions and appear before parliamentary and legislative committees when appropriate
- Provide media commentary on constitutional issues in government initiatives
- Collaborate with CAC’s litigation team to prepare legal challenges to legislation, regulations and government policies
Qualifications:
- Law degree (LL.B. or J.D.)
- Experience with Canadian legislative processes
- Knowledge and experience in constitutional law
- Excellent legal research, analytical and writing skills
- Demonstrated public communication skills
Preferred:
- Experience in constitutional litigation, public policy, government relations, or legislative analysis
- Experience appearing before parliamentary or legislative committees
- Experience in media and public advocacy
Work location is remote, with the ability to travel.
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with relevant experience.
Please submit your resume, references and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to general@charteradvocates.ca.
Job Title: Legal Counsel
Charter Advocates Canada (“CAC”) is expanding its team of dedicated legal professionals committed to defending Canadians against government overreach.
This is more than a legal role—it’s an opportunity to build a meaningful career at the forefront of constitutional advocacy, working on cases that directly impact the rights and freedoms of individuals across Canada.
Why Join CAC?
We offer:
- Purpose-driven work – Provide pro bono representation to Canadians whose fundamental rights and freedoms have been infringed
- A collaborative culture – Work alongside a passionate and supportive team of lawyers and paralegals who share a common mission
- Competitive compensation – Full-time salaried positions with compensation aligned to experience and performance
- Flexibility – Adaptable work arrangements, including remote and hybrid options
Ideal Candidates
Our ideal candidates are:
- Self-motivated individuals who are eager to take on new and complex challenges
- Skilled litigators with experience in civil litigation, judicial review, or constitutional matters
- Team-oriented professionals who thrive in a collaborative environment
- Strategic thinkers with strong judgment and attention to detail
Opportunities Available
We welcome applications from a broad range of candidates, including:
- Senior and mid-level litigators
- Junior lawyers
Compensation will be commensurate with experience, skill, and demonstrated work quality.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, resume, and references to:
general@charteradvocates.ca