General Counsel

4 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada CoolIT Systems Full time

General Counsel

ABOUT COOLIT SYSTEMS INC.

Founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2001, CoolIT Systems is the leading Direct Liquid Cooling technology provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers. We design and manufacture solutions used by the largest tech companies globally.

Recognized as one of “The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2023” by Financial Times and honored with the Deloitte Fast 50 Clean Technology award in 2022, as well as the Deloitte Fast 500 distinction in both 2021 and 2022, CoolIT's rapid growth is capturing global attention.

As demand for generative AI, high performance computing and cloud solutions rapidly expands, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Role:

As the General Counsel, you will be a key executive responsible for overseeing all legal matters pertaining to our operations, strategic initiatives, and corporate governance. Reporting directly to the CEO and collaborating closely with senior management and external stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our legal strategy, ensuring compliance with regulations, and safeguarding our business interests.

Responsibilities:

  • Draft and review a wide range of contracts, including commercial agreements, licensing agreements, and vendor contracts.
  • Oversee and negotiate complex transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and financing agreements.
  • Advise on IP strategies to protect and leverage our technological innovations and assets.
  • Manage the company’s intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
  • Manage and oversee litigation matters, working closely with external counsel as necessary.
  • Implement strategies to mitigate legal risks and resolve disputes efficiently and effectively.
  • Provide expert legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, risk management, and contractual matters.
  • Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance across all business functions.
  • Implement policies and procedures to enhance risk management across the organization.
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to support business objectives while managing legal risks.
  • Establish a corporate legal team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; admitted to practice law in Canada and/or the U.S.
  • Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with prior experience as a General Counsel in a technology company or a Private Equity backed environment.
  • Strong understanding of corporate law, commercial transactions, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.
  • Proven track record in managing complex legal matters, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and litigation.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with human resources and labor relations.
  • Experience with contract management.

Skills:

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to provide practical and business-oriented legal advice.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong contract management knowledge

WHY COOLIT?

We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that will maintain and strengthen our culture while aligning to our vision and values.

We are a company that is full of vibrant, innovative people who love what we do. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

  • Vacation and flex days, and paid company-wide shutdown during the holiday season.
  • Comprehensive benefits including Dental, Drugs, Optical, Paramedical and Health Spending. These costs are covered by CoolIT and are enacted from your first day.
  • Dress for your day – in a casual yet professional environment.
  • Retention rewards like “The Big Coffee Break” that reward tenure with additional vacation time and a monetary bonus.
  • Employee ownership program.

We thank every candidate in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo background checks including criminal records check and education.

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