Provide business-focused legal advice on technology transactions, such as SaaS, software licensing, software development, technology partnerships and services engagements.
Support internal compliance initiatives on topics such as privacy, open source, marketing, export compliance and others.
Support M&A activity, including overseeing due diligence and assisting with post-acquisition integration activities.
Work with product teams on development of new products and features and advise on intellectual property, open source, data protection and similar topics.
Assist with management of legal entities in various global jurisdictions.
Coordinate with outside legal counsel in different parts of the world.
Requirements
Active member in good standing with Law Society of Ontario.
7+ years of relevant experience in a top-tier law firm or corporate legal department in SaaS/software.
Extensive experience drafting and negotiating technology-related agreements, including software licenses, SaaS agreements, technology development contracts and partner agreements.
Knowledge of data privacy requirements and experience with data protection agreements.
Exceptional negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills with ability to support fast-paced sales and partner transactions and advise internal sales clients.
Business-minded individual with a commercial mindset.
Proven ability to work under tight deadlines and deliver results.
Creative problem-solving skills and a collaborative team player.