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General Counsel Salaries in Ottawa, ON

• What is the average General Counsel salary for Ottawa, ON?
  How much does a General Counsel in Ottawa, ON make? The median annual General Counsel salary in Ottawa, ON is C$290,322, as of September 23, 2026, with a range usually between C$255,887-C$329,254 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title General Counsel may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title General Counsel in Ottawa, ON.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of General Counsel in Ottawa, ON that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of General Counsel in Ottawa, ON are expected to make less than the median.
  Source: HR Reported data as of September 23, 2026

• Job Description for General Counsel
  Plans and manages an organization's legal affairs to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Ensures all business activities comply with regulatory standards and legal strategies. Provides guidance on legal issues, manages compliance and risk mitigation, reviews contracts, and handles other legal duties to protect the organization's interests. Researches and monitors legal developments and regulatory changes to identify and communicate impacts to the organization. May assist in the defense of the organization in lawsuits and the prosecution of lawsuits on behalf of the organization. Requires a JD. Requires State Bar. Typically reports to top management. Manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes/implements overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Typically requires 10+ years of progressive leadership experience. Has extensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. View full job description

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• Level of Education
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