Senior Legal Counsel, Rail Regulations

At Alto, we are actively contributing to the transformation of Canada's future with our high-speed train project connecting Quebec City and Toronto. With the support of the Government of Canada, this innovative project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities and stimulate economic growth.

Would you like to take on a stimulating, high-impact challenge?  We are looking for a Senior Legal Counsel, Rail Regulations. Please note that the candidate may be based in one of these 4 offices: Montreal, Quebec, Ottawa or Toronto.  

The role

Reporting to the Director, Legal Affairs – Development, the incumbent will act as an expert in railway law and applicable regulations, providing both strategic and operational legal support to internal teams and project partners.

The responsibilities

• Provide specialized legal advice on railway regulatory matters.
• Represent the organization in its dealings with Transport Canada and other federal, provincial, and municipal regulatory bodies, including the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA).
• Support technical teams throughout regulatory approval processes, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal and regulatory documents.
• Collaborate with technical experts to ensure key project disciplines — such as rail operations systems, rolling stock, and track safety standards — comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to the management of legal risks related to rail operations, public safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments related to the rail sector and provide strategic recommendations accordingly.

The requirements

• Law degree and member in good standing of the Bar of Québec or Ontario.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in a similar role with a strong focus on railway law.
• Significant experience in a regulated environment, ideally in the rail, transportation, or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong understanding of compliance issues under federal, provincial, and municipal railway-related legislation.
• Ability to work proactively in complex environments involving multiple stakeholders.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
• Exceptional attention to detail and professional rigor.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Perseverance, flexibility, and efficiency.
• Fully bilingual in French and English, both spoken and written (This requirement is necessary as the role involves regular oral and written communication with stakeholders and/or partners who require communication in English).

Why join our innovative team?

• Basic paid group insurance for you and your family: medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• Access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle.
• Flex-Alto account of $500 to encourage a healthier approach and a more sustainable mode of transportation.
• A retirement plan and savings options (RRSP and TFSA).
• Vacations based on experience, available upon hiring.
• An incentive compensation program.
• Flexible hybrid work mode.
• A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions.
• A unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Canada.

We work to create high-performance, diversified teams

At Alto, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Alto offers equal employment opportunities to all and invites qualified individuals, regardless of their identity, origin or situation, to apply.

Please let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any adjustments confidential.

Please note that we will communicate only with those candidates whose applications are selected for further consideration. To find out more about the entire project, visit Alto - Home.