Articling Student - Toronto, Canada - Thentia

Thentia

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

About Thentia**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. As a company of builders, thinkers, and owners, Thentia gives employees the opportunity to create amazing solutions, showcase their talents, and benefit from our shared success as we scale up in the U.S., 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. Internally, our culture fosters collaboration, inclusivity, intellectual curiosity, and professional development. We lead by our values of customer focus, integrity, accountability, adaptability, achievement, purpose, teamwork, and authoritativeness.

About T
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We are seeking an articulate and ambitious Articling Student to join our Legal and Compliance Team. The Articling Student, will have the opportunity to gain valuable legal experience in a 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 offers an excellent opportunity to develop practical skills, expand legal knowledge, and contribute to the growth and success of our organization.

Responsibilities

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.
Contract Review and Drafting: Assist in reviewing, analyzing, and drafting a wide range of contracts, such as software development agreements, licensing agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and service agreements.
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.

Due Diligence: Support the legal team in conducting due diligence reviews for potential business partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions.
Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and organized legal documentation, including contracts, correspondence, and other legal records.
Legal Support: Provide assistance to the legal team in daytoday legal operations, including preparing legal memos, presentations, and reports.
Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate effectively with crossfunctional teams, including software developers, product managers, and executives, to provide legal guidance and support.

Qualifications

Must have completed a law degree from an accredited Canadian university, prior to commencement of position, and be eligible for articling in Ontario.
Enrolled or scheduled to enroll in the Law Society of Ontario's Articling Program.
Proficient in conducting legal research, analyzing statutes, case law, and legal precedents.
Prior experience with reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts is an asset.
Strong attention to detail.
Basic understanding of intellectual property law concepts.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to nonlegal stakeholders.
Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and contribute positively to a professional work environment.
Familiarity with the software industry and an aptitude for understanding technical concepts and terminology would be advantageous.

ARTICLING STUDENT SELECTION PROCESS**Thentia's selection process will adhere to the Law Society of Ontario's protocols, as follows:Aug 15, 2023, 5p:
Offer Day, and offers will remain open until Aug 17, 5p

June 2024:
Articling with Thentia would commence

Our C
ommitment
We thank all applicants in advance for applying. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.