Job Description
Employment Type: Contract (up to 10 months), Full-Time
Existing Vacancy: Yes
Division/Branch: Legal Services Division
Application Deadline: July 8, 2026
Pay Level: 8
Pay Range: $40.97 hourly to $48.21 hourly
Work Location: Head Office, Toronto, ON ; (In-Office)
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is an agency where innovation thrives, ideas flourish, and passion drives us to new heights of excellence. Reporting to the Ministry of the Attorney General, the AGCO is responsible for regulating Ontario’s vibrant alcohol, gaming, horse racing, and private retail cannabis sectors in accordance with the principles of honesty and integrity, and in the public interest.
The Legal Services Division of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) plays a vital role in supporting the agency’s mandate by providing a broad range of legal services. Our team advises the Registrar and AGCO staff on corporate and regulatory matters, including Freedom of Information requests, policy development, contract drafting, and legislative matters. We represent the AGCO in litigation under the Liquor Licence and Control Act, the Gaming Control Act, the Cannabis Licence Act, and the Horse Racing Licence Act, at the Licence Appeal Tribunal and the Horse Racing Appeal Panel. We also conduct Appeals and Judicial Reviews at the Divisional Court and the Court of Appeal for Ontario.
As an Articling Student, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in administrative and regulatory law, working alongside experienced legal professionals in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
What You Will Do:
• The successful candidate will be articled to the Legal Director, Litigation and will provide legal services including:
• Conduct legal research and preparing memoranda for Division counsel
• Participate in committee work and special projects
• Assist in the preparation of materials for appeals and judicial reviews
• Maintain carriage of compliance files in the Letter of Incident process
• Maintain precedent files and databases
• Prepare contracts and procurement documents
• Perform other duties as assigned
You Have:
• Student membership in the Law Society of Ontario
• Fully registered in the Lawyer Licensing Process and eligible for articling in accordance with the requirements set out by the Law Society of Ontario
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Knowledge of legislation administered by the AGCO
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation
• Ability to meet urgent deadlines and to handle multiple tasks based on their priority
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent judgment, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability and willingness to travel within Ontario, including a valid driver’s license with at least the privileges of a class “G” driver’s license in Ontario
• Advanced MS Office computer skills
• Eligibility to work in Canada and the ability to successfully complete a criminal background check.
Application Requirements:
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit the following documents:
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Undergraduate and law school transcripts
• Third-year course selection
• Two letters of reference
Please consolidate all required documents into a single file before submitting your application.
About the AGCO
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is an Ontario provincial regulatory agency that reports to the Ministry of the Attorney General. We are responsible for regulating the alcohol, gaming, horse racing and cannabis retail sectors in accordance with the principles of honesty and integrity, and in the public interest.
The AGCO is proud to be recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for the second year in a row. This annual distinction reflects our commitment to cultivating a workplace environment that prioritizes employee well-being, emphasizing work-life balance, mental health resources, and opportunities for professional growth. We remain committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees.
What we offer
The AGCO provides a comprehensive range of benefits and programs (subject to eligibility), including:
• Generous time-off policy, including 2 volunteer days to contribute to causes that matter to you.
• Defined benefit pension plans to secure your financial future.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, with 100% employer-paid premiums.
• Well-being credits to support gym memberships, therapy, financial planning, and more.
• Employer-paid parental leave top-up.
• Professional development opportunities with access to training programs, leadership resources, and reimbursement for professional memberships.
• 24/7 confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Convenient, central location near the subway line for easy access when working in the office. Paid onsite parking is also available.
Please note that only applications submitted through the Applicant Tracking System will be accepted.
The AGCO is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer.
The AGCO has the responsibility to lead by example in advancing racial equity and to build a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and the opportunity to fully contribute. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application including, but not limited to, individuals identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within Ontario’s Human Rights Code.
Disability related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation during the application process, or who need job postings in an alternative format, may email their request to askhr@agco.ca. The subject line should read “Accommodation in Application – [Position Title].
We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process. All applications will be reviewed and evaluated by our Human Resources team and hiring managers.
