Senior Corporate Counsel

Toronto, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 16, 2026
1 position

$150,000–$180,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Lead significant public and private company transactions from planning through execution, and draft and negotiate complex transactional, commercial, and securities documents. Supervise junior counsel, coordinate outside counsel, and advise on securities compliance, corporate governance, continuous disclosure, and cross-border regulatory obligations.

Job details

About Us: ZenaTech, Inc. is a Nasdaq-listed emerging technology company focused on AI drone, Drone as a Service (DaaS), and Enterprise SaaS solutions for mission-critical applications for business and governments. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of drones to streamline legacy processes across various industries including defense, agriculture, and warehouse and logistics. We focus on applications including inspections, security, inventory management, environmental monitoring, border control, land surveys, and precision agriculture improving crop yields. Job Overview: ZenaTech is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to join our in-house Legal Department in Toronto. Reporting to senior legal leadership, this role carries significant responsibility for major public and private company transactions and provides specialized senior-level capacity to the team. You will supervise our junior counsels, work directly with other members of our legal team, and coordinate closely with outside counsel on the company's most significant matters. This is an ideal role for a corporate/securities lawyer with meaningful transactional experience who is ready to take ownership of complex, cross-border deals at a Nasdaq-listed technology company. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage significant private and public company transactions, from planning through execution. Supervise, mentor, and review the work of junior counsels. Coordinate and manage relationships with outside counsel on major transactions and specialized matters. Advise on securities law compliance, including obligations applicable to foreign private issuers (FPIs) and companies using the Multijurisdictional Disclosure System (MJDS). Support continuous disclosure, corporate governance, and cross-border regulatory obligations across the company's listings. Draft and negotiate complex transactional, commercial and securities documentation. Qualifications: Licensed to practice law in Ontario (member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario) for approximately 3-6 years. Experience with significant public company transactions, including spin-offs, IPOs, bids and/or direct listings. Experience with MJDS and/or FPI companies, and preparation of securities documents and disclosures, including familiarity with applicable U.S. SEC rules, will be considered a strong asset. Demonstrated ability to supervise and coordinate the work of other lawyers. Experience in AI, data privacy, or related technology-sector legal matters is a strong asset. Excellent judgment, drafting, and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage multiple major transactions simultaneously. Why Join Us? Opportunity to work on cutting-edge drone technology and AI-driven innovations in a fast growth company with outstanding personal growth potential. Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of drones across multiple industries in a collaborative work environment with a mission-driven team. If you are a forward-thinking professional passionate about driving innovation and building high-impact partnerships, we invite you to apply and be part of our groundbreaking journey. Artificial Intelligence We use artificial intelligence to review and screen applications and materials. However, every candidate we move forward with is reviewed and selected, and all final hiring decisions are made, by a member of our hiring team. “We are an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity utilizing hiring practices on merit and business needs. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and all others of legally protected status.” This posting is for an existing vacancy.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Must be licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario, with approximately 3–6 years of legal experience and experience in significant public company transactions. Experience with MJDS or foreign private issuers, securities disclosures, U.S. SEC rules, and supervising lawyers is valued; technology-sector, AI, or data privacy experience is an asset.