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    Legal Counsel, Commercial Law - Toronto, ON, Canada - Thentia

    Thentia
    Thentia Toronto, ON, Canada

    2 weeks ago

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    Legal Counsel Location :
    Toronto, Ontario, at 60 Adelaide Street East

    In Office :
    This position is expected to be in office 4 days per week


    Thentia is a fast-growing, venture capital-backed software as a service (SaaS) company that is emerging as a world leader in government technology with a platform that is transforming and modernizing how regulatory organizations are conducting business.

    Canadian, and global markets.

    Our solutions directly impact public trust and regulatory integrity, helping regulators and agencies meet 21st century standards by leveraging predictive analytics, Big Data, AI, and other innovative capabilities.

    We are seeking an articulate Corporate Legal Counsel to join our Legal and Compliance Team.

    The Corporate Legal Counselwill have the opportunity contribute across a wide range of legal matters and jurisdictions to support our unique and innovative industry.

    You will work closely with our Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel and the legal team and be involved in various legal matters related to intellectual property, commercial contracts, employment, and regulatory compliance.

    This position is located in Toronto and if hired, will be expected work in office 4 days per week.

    Legal Research and Analysis:

    Conduct comprehensive legal research on various topics relevant to the software industry, including intellectual property law, data protection, privacy regulations, licensing agreements, and other applicable laws and regulations.


    Legal Advisory:

    Provide timely and strategic legal advice to internal stakeholders on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, and advise on contract negotiations, regulatory compliance, and risk management.


    Contract Review and Drafting:

    Assist in reviewing, analyzing, and drafting a wide range of contracts, such as software development agreements, licensing agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and service agreements.


    I ntellectual Property Support:

    Collaborate with the legal team to manage and protect the company's intellectual property assets, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents.

    Assist in conducting trademark searches, filing applications, and responding to office actions.

    Litigation Management:
    Collaborate with external counsel in managing litigation matters, including dispute resolution, litigation strategy, and risk mitigation.

    Compliance and Regulatory Matters:

    Assist in monitoring and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, such as data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, PIPEDA), consumer protection laws, and industry-specific regulations.

    Support the legal team in conducting due diligence reviews for potential business partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions.
    Maintain accurate and organized legal documentation, including contracts, correspondence, and other legal records.

    Policy Development:
    Contribute to the development and maintenance of corporate policies to align with legal requirements and industry best practices.

    Legal Support:
    Provide assistance to the legal team in day-to-day legal operations, including preparing legal memos, presentations, and reports.

    Collaboration and Communication:
    Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including software developers, product managers, and executives, to provide legal guidance and support.

    Must have been called to Bar within which you practice and a minimum of 3-year corporate law experience.
    Proficient in conducting legal research, analyzing statutes, case law, and legal precedents.
    Prior experience with reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts is an asset.
    Working knowledge of intellectual property law concepts.
    Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
    Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
    Familiarity with the software industry and an aptitude for understanding technical concepts and terminology would be advantageous.

    Vacation, paid holidays and time off, and wellbeing days
    Opportunity for discretionary performance bonuses (or sales commissions, based on role)

    We work hard, smart, diligently, and are looking for people who are motivated to be part of building something great and who want to make an impact in a unique industry.

    Check out our company website ( as you consider if we're the right place for you.

    Thentia is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

    We are building products for a diverse world and are committed to building and fostering an environment where our employees feel included, valued, and heard, which enables us to make commerce better for everyone.

    We strongly encourage applications from racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities.

    We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, provincial, or local laws in the regions we operate.

    This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, or internships.

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