Permanent

Job Title

Legal Counsel - Commercial & Compliance

Salary

$125,000 - $135,000

Role Status

Current Opening

Our Client

A well-established Canadian organization with a growing international presence.

Principal tasks and responsibilities include

Review, draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements including MSAs, NDAs, Statements of Work, vendor agreements, technology agreements, SaaS agreements and related commercial contracts. Support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the organization's compliance, governance and risk management framework. Collaborate with Legal, HR, IT, Finance and business leaders to provide practical legal guidance and manage legal and compliance risks. Assist with compliance investigations, policy development, governance initiatives, employee training and internal reporting. Participate in privacy, data protection, cybersecurity and vendor risk reviews while supporting organization-wide legal and compliance initiatives. As responsibilities expand over time, the successful candidate will gain exposure across commercial law, compliance, governance, privacy, internal investigations and audit functions while working closely with senior leadership.

Qualifications and pre-requisites

Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with membership in a Canadian Law Society (or equivalent international qualification considered). Approximately 4- 6 years of experience in commercial law, corporate law, compliance or related in-house legal functions. Experience reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements including vendor agreements, technology agreements, SaaS agreements, NDAs and service agreements. Understanding of commercial risk allocation, liability provisions, indemnities and contract negotiation. Exposure to compliance, governance, privacy, regulatory or risk management initiatives is considered an asset. Excellent legal drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build relationships across multiple business functions. Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong initiative, curiosity, sound judgment and a desire to learn across multiple areas of legal practice. Teamwork, collaboration and a continuous improvement mindset.

Additional information or perks

Hybrid work environment. Competitive profit-sharing program in addition to base salary. Comprehensive benefits and pension program. Opportunity to work closely with senior executive leadership. Broad exposure across commercial law, compliance, governance, privacy and enterprise risk management. International business exposure and occasional travel opportunities. Excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking to build a long-term in-house legal career with significant growth and development. isgSearch does not use artificial intelligence throughout the hiring process.