Location: Montreal, Hybrid
The opportunity:Valnet is seeking a Legal Counsel to manage and advise on various legal matters, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), corporate affairs, commercial contracts, intellectual property matters, litigation/dispute management, employment matters, data privacy and compliance. The Legal Counsel will report directly to the General Counsel and VP, Legal Affairs and will be an integral member of the team. This is an exciting opportunity with a successful and fast growing company for a tech-savvy lawyer looking to have a broad, varied and intellectually stimulating practice within a dynamic Legal Department.
Responsibilities:- Support the M&A team on acquisitions, including pre-acquisition documents (NDAs, LOIs, etc.), due diligence and drafting of closing documents and post-acquisition integration/matters.
- Draft, review and negotiate various commercial agreements, including, services, licensing, sales and advertising agreements, and analyze/advise business units on specific clauses and issues in contracts.
- Advise the business on complex legal, regulatory and contractual issues.
- Develop and implement new technological solutions, leveraging AI and other tools, to enhance the Legal Department's response time, efficiency and quality of work product.
- Draft and review employment and freelance contracts as well as advise on other employment-related matters.
- Provide support to other lawyers; collaborate with and supervise paralegals.
- Create new contract templates and update existing templates to ensure compliance.
- Assist in managing the Company's contract management platform.
- Draft cease and desist letters and take down notices.
- Manage copyright issues related to the Company's websites and video channels, including involving and managing external counsel if needed.
- Assist in managing the company's trademark portfolio, including supporting the registration process for new trademark applications.
- Ensure compliance with corporate, employment and other legal/regulatory requirements.
- Draft and revise website terms and privacy policies.
Requirements:- BCL, LLB or JD degree.
- Member of the Quebec Bar in good standing.
- Common Law degree and/or qualification in a U.S. state considered an asset.
- 2-5 years of experience at a reputable law firm and/or in an in-house legal department.
- Experience in M&A, commercial contracts, intellectual property and/or litigation required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and French.
- Team player, with strong interpersonal skills.
- Business savvy, with management skills.
- Hardworking and motivated individual who is a self-starter and can work independently.
- Entrepreneurial and highly adaptable.
- Strong drafting and communication skills, and impeccable attention to detail.
- Ability to meet deadlines and balance a variety of requests and mandates in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:- Full health insurance plan (including medical, dental, and vision).
- Daily on-site lunches, snacks, and coffee provided.
- Fitness subscription reimbursement program.
- Competitive compensation plan and bonus structure.
