Location: Ottawa or Toronto
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
IMPORTANT - Ottawa Candidates: Must be eligible to obtain Reliability Clearance (Canadian Citizen, or Permanent Resident AND have resided in Canada for the last 5 consecutive years) This role is ideal for a lawyer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working closely with business partners, and is passionate about leveraging technology and AI to improve legal operations and contract management processes.
What You'll DoCommercial Contracts & Sales Support
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including Master Services Agreements, staffing and contractor agreements, and other customer-facing legal documents.
- Act as a key legal partner to the Sales team, providing practical guidance on contracts, customer requests, and legal risks.
HR & Employment Support
- Partner with HR to provide legal guidance on employment agreements, policies, employee relations, and employment law matters.
- Support employment-related disputes and regulatory matters and advise on compliance with applicable legislation.
Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
- Provide legal guidance across compliance, privacy, intellectual property, corporate governance, risk management, and regulatory matters.
- Identify and assess legal risks and provide practical recommendations to support the business.
Legal Operations & Technology
- Maintain legal records, contracts, corporate filings, business permits, and other regulatory requirements.
- Leverage AI and technology to improve contract management, legal processes, and operational efficiency.
Qualifications- J.D. or LL.B. from a recognized Canadian law school (or equivalent)
- Active membership in good standing with Law Society of Ontario
- 1-5 years of legal experience gained in private practice, in-house, or a combination of both
- Proven experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts
- Knowledge of Canadian employment law is strongly preferred
Who You Are- Business-minded and solutions-oriented
- Collaborative and highly responsive
- Professional, trustworthy, and accountable
- Comfortable navigating multiple areas of law
- Skilled at building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels
- Curious about technology and process improvement
- Results-focused with strong attention to details
Compensation: The salary for this position will vary based on location, experience, and qualifications.
The expected annual salary range is $100,000-140,000 + bonus.
