Overview
Senior Corporate Counsel Jobs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada at Fish Recruit
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Corporate Counsel to join our legal team. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, the successful candidate will focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, and will serve as a strategic advisor to the business.
The Senior Corporate Cousel will be assigned to the Greater Toronto Area with a hybrid set up.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the review, negotiation and drafting of a variety of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, technology licensing agreements, partner agreements, and customer contracts
Assess risk and propose practical strategies to mitigate risk and meet business objectives
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contractual terms are aligned to business needs
Update contracting processes to improve efficiency, consistency and risk management
Assist the Chief Legal Officer with other projects and matters as needed
Skills and Qualifications
Law degree (LL.B., J.D., or equivalent) from an accredited school
Membership in the Bar of a Canadian province and/or U.S. state
6 to 10 years in corporate law (a combination of private law practice and in-house legal experience is preferred)
Strong background in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and experience in corporate legal matters
Experience in financial services is an asset
Experience in both Canadian and U.S. legal systems is highly desirable
Ability to identify legal risks and provide pragmatic solutions that align with business goals
Strong ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while providing clear and practical legal advice to internal stakeholders
Ability to manage complex legal matters and work collaboratively across departments
Ability to lead negotiations and develop strategies to overcome potential obstacles
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Additional Information
The company is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities up to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment, assessment, and selection process. If you are selected for an interview, please notify the company if you require accommodation in respect of the materials or procedures used at any time during this process. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to determine how to meet your needs.
Title: Senior Corporate Counsel
Company: Fish Recruit
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Category: Law/Legal (Business Law, Legal Counsel, Lawyer, Intellectual Property)
