Manager, Legal and Risk Management

ABOUT US

SickKids Foundation with over 50 years of philanthropic impact is Canadas largest charitable funder of child health research learning and care raising over $200 million last year. As a national charity SickKids Foundation invests in national and international initiatives to benefit children in Canada and around the world. As the fundraising partner to The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) we are aligned in supporting Precision Child Health (PCH) the future of tailoring medicine to each childs unique traits so SickKids can diagnose faster treat smarter and predict better.

We are driven by our core values of integrity collaboration excellence innovation and inclusion with goals of delivering a superior donor experience investing in our people and culture driving innovative and sustainable fundraising and disrupting the market through data and technology.

SickKids Foundation is committed to an inclusive culture by embedding equity diversity and inclusion in our policies practices and behaviours. We aim to build awareness and skills in this area both internally and with our partners. Our commitment extends to creating a safe positive work environment. For details on our Equity Diversity & Inclusion commitment please click here.

Were committed to attracting and retaining passionate individuals to help create a healthier future.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manager Legal &RiskManagementplays a key role inSickKids Foundations legal operations and enterprise risk management framework. Reporting to the Vice President General Counsel & Chief Risk Officer this role provides enterprise risk management program leadershipand driveslegaloperational and projectmanagementactivities. The Manager will contribute to enterprise risk managementexecutionoptimizelegal and risk processes support drafting and reviewofagreements manageworkflowsprovideadministrativesupportforthe Legal and Risk Departmentand enhance compliance and risk culture across the organization.

The Manager Legal &RiskManagementis a pragmatic operator and trusted partner who canmanagelegalriskand governanceframeworks into practical organizational practices. Theydemonstratestrong judgment systems thinking and the ability to influencein a collaborative mission-driven environment.

YOU WILL

EnterpriseRiskManagement

• Incollaboration with the Vice President General CounselandChiefRisk Officer the Manager leadsthe execution and continuous enhancement of the Foundations Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Programensuring alignment with organizational strategy andbest practices.

• Drive the development maintenance and evolution of theFoundationsrisk register in partnership with senior leadership.

• Lead the preparationofRisk Management Committeematerials including agenda meeting minutes and otherrequired materials.

• Responsible forthepreparation of riskpresentationsriskreportsanddashboardsfortheSenior Management Team and Board Committees.

• Proactivelyidentifyemerging risks assess impacts and implement mitigation strategies to strengthen organizational resilience.

• Provide ERMrecommendations tothe Chief Risk Officer and independentlyliaiseandadvisesenior leadership on risk deliverables andproblem-solving.

• Champion continuous improvement of risk frameworks governance practices and reporting processes across the organization.

Legal Services

• Draftingandreviewof standard-form agreements (including gift and supplier agreements) correspondenceand memorandumsin collaboration with Legal Counsel.

• Own andoptimizelegal intake triage and tracking processes to ensure efficient and high-quality service delivery.

• Provide strategic legal and operational support through research analysis and preparation of briefing notesmemorandapresentationsandinternaland external communications.

• Drive the development and continuous improvement of legal templates playbooks and internal guidance materials including management of the Legal& Riskintranet and precedent system.

• Identifyand implement opportunities to modernizelegal workflows tools and systemsappropriate fora resource-conscious nonprofit environment.

• Responsible foradministrative functionsfor theLegaldepartmentincludingmaintainingand improving legaldepartment filingsystemsmanaginginvoiceand expense paymentsand calendar coordination.

• Work collaboratively with various Foundation teams build strong relationships to deliver successful legal services.

• Other duties as assigned.

ProjectManagement

• Provide projectmanagementexpertiseforcross-functionalinitiativesfor thefull project lifecycleincluding developing project plans preparingmeetingagendasfacilitatingproject meetings.

• Lead thetracking andmonitoringproject deliverables toensure projectdeliveryiscompletedwithinscopeand establishedtimelines andobjectives.

• Drivestructureddecision-making problem-solving and issue resolution across complex stakeholder environments.

• Establish and reinforce project governance accountability and reporting structures.

• Engageproject stakeholders and communicate project updates to ensuretimelyreportingand project success.

QUALIFICATIONS

While we know that for any job posting no one candidate will possess the qualifications being sought in equal measure below is an outline of the qualifications we believe are important for a candidate to bring to the position or for the successful candidate to develop while in the role:

• 57 years of progressive experience in legal operations risk management governance compliance or a related field.

• Post-secondary educationrelated tolaw risk management or a related disciplinelawclerk designationPMPor equivalent considered an asset.

• Demonstrated experience leading risk programs governance initiativesanddemonstratedproject management competencies.

• Experience drafting and reviewing agreements and managing contract lifecycle processes.

• Understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks and governance best practices.

• Proven ability to drive initiatives influence stakeholders andoperatewith a high degree of autonomy and accountability.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to assess complex issues and implement practical solutions.

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills to prioritize activitiesissuesand multiple demands within tight deadlines.

• Computer literacy at the intermediate to advancedlevel with project management tools and MS Visio as an asset.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presenting to senior leadership.
• High levelof discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information.

Were looking for a passionate individual who is interested in moving the dial and making a difference. We are an environment that looks to attract hardworking and committed people; people who want to challenge themselves and grow with a globally recognized brand that continues to change the world. If this describes you consider joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Total Compensation Package
Expected Hiring Salary Range: $82064 to $102852; with the ability to progress to a maximum of $117971. To ensure fair and equitable pay at SickKids Foundation placement on the salary range will be based on your years of experience skills and qualifications relevant to the Manager Legal and Risk Management.

To help you lead in the fight for kids health and to support your health wellness and career growth in addition to competitive compensation we offer a comprehensive benefit package (includes a flex benefit plan) tuition reimbursement flexible work arrangements pension plan and birth parent/parental top up to name a few!

Position Status: Permanent Full-Time;
Hybrid work model: minimum two days per week in-office (Tuesday and Wednesday).
Available To: Internal and External Candidates
Available: Immediately; this posting is for an existing vacancy.

Date Posted: April 14 2026
Deadline: April 28 2026

How to apply: Please apply on-line by visiting our website: note that automated tools including artificial intelligence may be used to support the pre-screening of applications as part of our recruitment process.

SickKids Foundation is committed to its people and the talents capabilities and perspectives they bring to our mission. We live that commitment by being open and accessible to all by valuing and respecting every individual and by equally supporting every employee. As an organization proud to have joined the BlackNorth Initiatives CEO pledge we uphold our commitment by inviting and encouraging individuals from diverse lived experiences from Black Indigenous communities of colour people with disabilities 2SLGBTQIA community and all candidates who may contribute to the further diversification of the Foundations community.

Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact the People & Culture team at:

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Manager