Calgary

Full-time, Permanent Position

Overview

Key Responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

##People are our most valuable asset.

##About CMG

Computer Modelling Group (CMG) is a global leader in advanced reservoir simulation software and services for the energy industry . As a publicly traded company accelerating growth through strategic acquisitions, CMG is seeking a high-caliber legal leader to guide legal operations, manage complex global transactions, and build a high-performance legal function aligned with business goals.

##Summary

The Vice President, Legal will lead all aspects of CMG’s Group legal strategy and operations. This is a high-impact role for a hungry, ambitious lawyer looking to grow into an executive leadership position. The ideal candidate will bring deep M&A experience in global, high-velocity environments—ideally tech or software—and be energized by the opportunity to own and scale the legal function. Strong leadership skills and comfort working cross-functionally and internationally are essential.

##Key Responsibilities

• Lead global M&A transactions, including structuring, negotiation, diligence, and post-close integration

• Serve as a strategic legal advisor to the CEO, CFO, and Board of Directors

• Manage and optimize external counsel relationships across jurisdictions

• Oversee commercial, corporate, employment, and compliance matters

• Design and implement legal team KPIs to track performance and drive accountability

• Build scalable legal processes and infrastructure aligned with CMG’s acquisition strategy

Note: This description reflects the general nature of the role. It’s not a complete list of responsibilities—we believe in flexibility, initiative, and growing together.

##Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor of Laws degree
• 10+ years of legal experience with a heavy focus on M&A and international deal work
• Background in acquisitive tech environments strongly preferred
• Proven ability to manage external counsel efficiently and cost-effectively
• Strong leadership skills; comfortable building team infrastructure and setting performance metrics
• Ambitious, motivated, and excited to grow with a company in transformation
• Experience in SaaS or regulated tech environments is an asset

If you have the necessary qualifications, and are interested in a challenging career with us, please forward your resume in confidence to resumes@cmgl.ca.

No phone calls please. We thank all applicants for their interest in advance. Only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.

###CMG’s total rewards program includes:

• A competitive salary
• A performance-based bonus program
• Learning and development opportunities
• RRSP contributions
• Top of the line medical and dental benefits including a health spending account
• 20 days of vacation per year plus flex days
• Choice of transit pass or underground parking
• Car wash
• Cafeteria and complimentary barista style coffee and more